Confederation of Industry of the Czech Republic was led by Jaroslav Hanák since 2011. Hanák was reelected in 2015 and 2019 elections.[3] Hanák isn't running for another term. Former Prime Minister of the Czech Republic Mirek Topolánek announced his candidacy on 13 December 2022 during his interview for e15.[4][5] Topolánek is a nominee of EGEM company which is part of EP Industries group.[6]Bohdan Wojnar announced his candidacy on 10 February 2023.[7] Wojnar is nominated by Association of the Automotive Industry.[8]Jan Rafaj announced candidacy on the same day.[9]Miroslav Palát was confirmed as a candidate on 16 February 2023.[10]