Six people under 30 influencing the strategy of the biggest bank, attracted the attention of the media, politicians and leaders.
Future Mindset Board
Oldest bank. Youngest leaders.
Client
- Česká spořitelna
Office
- Prague
Tomáš Salomon
Chairman of the Board, CEO at Česká spořitelna
Česká spořitelna, a 200-year-old bank, faced a critical growth issue: its traditional customer base was aging, while younger consumers lacked connection with the brand. In a highly competitive Czech banking market, future growth depended on attracting a new generation and increasing brand differentiation. Yet young people felt excluded from leadership and decision-making roles in society — including within institutions like banks. The challenge was not only to recruit younger clients, but to make the oldest bank feel genuinely relevant, progressive, and empowering for future leaders.
Young people make up nearly 30% of the population, yet their voices are rarely represented in leadership. Research revealed a strong desire among Gen Z audiences to participate, influence change, and gain real-world experience — not just be marketed to. This insight inspired Česká spořitelna to rethink its role: instead of speaking to young people from above, the bank could open its doors and give them real influence. By empowering young voices inside the organization itself, the brand could demonstrate authenticity while building stronger emotional relevance with future customers.
The bank launched the Future Mindset Board — a group of six young leaders embedded directly within Česká spořitelna. Rather than a symbolic initiative, the board actively participated in strategic discussions, influenced projects, and collaborated with internal teams and external experts. Recruitment focused on OOH, digital channels, and influencer partnerships, followed by continuous content featuring board members and their impact. The initiative transformed the brand from a traditional financial institution into a platform that gives young people visibility, influence, and a real seat at the table.
The project significantly exceeded expectations. While the original goal was to attract 600 applicants, the Future Mindset Board received 2,488 applications — surpassing the target by 415%. The initiative also delivered strong brand impact among younger audiences: brand difference increased by 18% and consideration by 26%. Beyond brand metrics, the campaign sparked broader public conversation about youth representation and leadership, generating CZK 6 million in earned media. By giving young people genuine influence, Česká spořitelna strengthened both cultural relevance and long-term business growth potential.
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Effie Czech Republic
Financial Services
Gold
Effie Czech Republic
Special Award
The Best of Creativity
ADC Czech Creative Awards
Creating culture
Gold
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Campaign
Silver
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Direct
Silver
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