in this industry. Tere was no polished “perfect leader” act — just honest, human conversations. Tat kind of openness is rare, and it made the whole experience meaningful on a different level. And by the end, strangers felt like friends.


What is your biggest career takeaway from EDP?


Natasa: For me, the biggest lesson was that leadership is really about connection. It’s not about having every answer - it’s about creating an environment where people feel safe and valued enough to bring theirs. In procurement (my area), that means collaborating closely with operations, hotel, F&B, and other teams - working as partners rather than pushing tasks through quickly. Also, I realised how crucial it is to stay close to technology and innovation. In a fast- evolving industry, procurement cannot only react - we need to understand, anticipate and sometimes lead change. Tat combination of human connection and forward-looking curiosity is something I’ll carry with me for a long time.


Edith: For me, EDP reinforced that our industry is evolving far faster than we often realise - and that curiosity is not optional. Te programme strengthened my collaborative, people-centred leadership style but also reminded me of what matters: the growth, confidence and ambition of my team. Leadership, to me, is not just


about business results - it’s about people, community impact, and responsibility. EDP reminded me that we can and should think beyond the casino floor: about how we contribute to our communities, how we build culture, and how we lead with purpose. On a personal level, it also motivated me to invest more in self- development: clearer communication, intentional presence, and reflecting on how I show up as a leader.


What challenged you the most?


Edith: Without a doubt, the final project was the biggest challenge. Working with a team composed of people from very different cultures, backgrounds, approaches and ways of thinking was both stimulating and disorienting. Te late nights, the tension, the debates - but also moments of breakthrough - that’s where real learning happened. It pushed me far outside my comfort zone, in the best way.


Natasa: Te hardest challenge was looking inward. Some sessions pushed me to confront habits, blind spots and knee-jerk reactions - things I might otherwise ignore because work gets busy or it’s uncomfortable to admit. It forced me to pause, reflect, and to become more honest with myself about how I lead, react under pressure, and handle stress. It wasn’t always comfortable - but in a strange way, it felt necessary.


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