The Board of Trustees of the Trenčín 2026 project entrusted the project management to Stanislav Krajči, formerly Manager for Participation and Strategic Programmes. The reason for the change in the project management is the departure of the director Ján Sudzina, who resigned as the director of the Creative Institute Trenčín at the end of March due to health reasons.
The Creative Institute Trenčín is a non-profit organisation responsible for the implementation of the European Capital of Culture Trenčín 2026. At the same time, the Board of Trustees is launching the preparation of a selection procedure for a new project director.
Uninterrupted implementation and continued progress
The European Capital of Culture Trenčín 2026 project is proceeding according to plan and its preparation and implementation are in no way endangered by the resignation of the director. The Trenčín 2026 team has a solid foundation and is ready to continue all planned activities.
Next steps
“Our aim is to ensure the smooth running of the project during this transition period and to prepare the selection process for the new director. The Trenčín 2026 project is strategic for the city, the region and the entire Slovak Republic and we will continue to oversee its stable development,” said Bohunka Koklesová, Chairwoman of the Board of Directors of the Creative Institute Trenčín.
Stanislav Krajči has been working in the Trenčín 2026 team as a manager for participation and strategic programmes. He has extensive experience in community work and cultural projects and is a solid part of the Trenčín 2026 team. His role will be to ensure continuity and stability during the transition period.
At the same time, the Board of Directors is starting to prepare a selection procedure for a new Director of the Creative Institute Trenčín. The aim is to ensure that the new leader can build on the work done so far and continue to prepare for 2026 as soon as possible.
Trenčín 2026 – European Capital of Culture brings changes to the city and the region to improve the public space, involve citizens in urban life and strengthen cultural links with Europe. It focuses on improving public space and actively involving citizens in the city. It provides opportunities for cultural development and strengthens international links with Europe. Planned activities continue to proceed according to schedule and ensuring their implementation remains a priority for the team.
Trenčín 2026 is financially supported by the City of Trenčín, the Trenčín Self-Administration Region and the Ministry of Culture of the Slovak Republic. The project partner is the European Union.
