In the Slovak tax world, SaS has sparked a discussion about the so-called “Estonian tax”—a model under which companies do not pay income tax at the time profits are generated, but only when those profits are distributed outside the business. Profits retained within the company, reinvested in further growth, or used to cover past losses would thus not be subject to ongoing taxation. The SaS proposals also include a return to a flat tax and the abolition of the transaction tax.
We invite you to the next Highgate Business Brunch, where Peter Varga will discuss the Estonian tax, the flat tax, the transaction tax, and the broader framework of the tax and social security system in Slovakia with Marián Viskupič from the SaS political party. There will also be time for questions from the audience and an open discussion with entrepreneurs, managers, and experts.
The interview will be followed by a presentation by Peter Varga on the topic: “When Can a Seller at Eurovea Be a Contractor?” In addition to an interesting legal perspective applicable to a wide range of professions that utilize contractors, he will also offer up-to-date practical insights on the “Švarc system.”
The event will conclude with a discussion between Peter Varga and Peter Šebo from the transakcio.sk platform. The topic will be a practical solution that can help entrepreneurs legally eliminate or significantly reduce the impact of the transaction tax. Peter Šebo will explain how the project works from a business perspective, and Peter Varga will provide the legal rationale for the conditions under which such an approach can be justified.
Date: 29. 7. 2026 | 9:00 a.m. – 11:45 a.m.
Venue: Lab28 | Nivy Tower
PRICE:
🟢 Early Birds: 50 € + VAT | the first 20 tickets at a discounted price
🟢 Full Price: Once Early Bird tickets are sold out, the price will increase to 80 € + VAT.
We look forward to seeing you. Attention, capacity is limited to 50 seats!
For whom the event is intended:
The event is primarily intended for business owners and entrepreneurs. In the event of full capacity, the organizer reserves the right to confirm registrations of this group of participants on a priority basis.
8:30 – 8:50 | Registration and morning coffee
9:00 – 9:45 | Tax reform proposals from SaS
Format: Highgate Talks LIVE podcast + Q&A
Moderator: Peter Varga
Guest: Marián Viskupič – Vice Chair of SaS
9:45 – 10:00 | Networking break
10:00 – 11:00 | When can a salesperson at Eurovea work as a self-employed individual?
Format: Lecture + Q&A
Speaker: Peter Varga
11:00 – 11:15 | Networking break
11:15 – 11:45 | How to Legally Avoid the Transaction Tax
Format: Highgate Talks LIVE Podcast + Q&A
Host: Peter Varga
Guest: Peter Šebo – founder of the transakcio.sk platform
Peter Varga
Partner Highgate Group
Peter Varga worked for five years in the Bratislava office of Dentons, a major international law firm, where he advised clients on cross-border financing and international tax law. Peter is a co-founder and partner of Highgate Group, where he specializes primarily in transactional tax advice and creating efficient tax and legal structures for Slovak and international clients, including in the areas of M&A, private equity and venture capital investments. He also advises clients on setting up Slovak and cross-border investment funds and represents clients in proceedings before the National Bank of Slovakia and the Financial Administration. He regularly lectures, writes articles and also participates as an advisor in several legislative projects.
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Marián Viskupič
Poslanec Národnej rady SR | Podpredseda Výboru NR SR pre financie a rozpočet | Poslanec Trnavského samosprávneho kraja | Poslanec obce Šúrovce
In the past, he has held various management positions in the private sector and in public administration.
“I have long been involved in issues related to the economy, public finances, taxes, and the business environment. I believe that responsible government fiscal management, a high-quality business environment, and sound public finances are the foundation for restarting the Slovak economy and raising the standard of living in Slovakia.”
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Peter Šebo
Founder of the transakcio.sk platform | Marketer of the Year 2025 | Founder & Chief Digital Officer at PS:Digital
Digital marketer, AI enthusiast, founder of the PS:Digital agency, and co-organizer of the Marketing RULEZZ conference. He gained experience as an editor at Stratégie and Zoznam. Since its founding in 2014, PS:Digital has become one of the leaders in the Slovak digital scene, winning awards for creativity and effectiveness. He actively lectures at universities and conferences. He is a co-creator of the most-listened-to marketing podcast, Buzzworld by Gabo and Peťo, and of the successful project with Barbora Okrúhľanská, Digitálni rodičia, which has repeatedly won the Podcast of the Year award in the leisure category. In 2025, he was named Marketer of the Year and leads his own educational project, AI Fitko.
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Martin Markovič
Chief Financial Officer at PS:Digital | Expert in financial management and controlling
Martin Markovič is the Chief Financial Officer of PS, with more than 25 years of experience in marketing, media, and finance. After working at an advertising agency and spending eight years in media auditing for the CEE region, he has been leading the financial management of PS and the entire group since 2017. He specializes in financial management, controlling, process optimization, and the implementation of solutions that increase corporate efficiency. In his work, he also focuses on the impact of legislative and tax changes on cash flow, internal processes, and strategic management decision-making.
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Contact person:
Alexandra Rafajová
Tel: +421 948 117 518
E-mail: events@highgate.sk
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