Episodes

  • EBRD Starventure Mentor Stephan: The importance of perseverance and reinvention
    Jan 10 2024

    Join us on the EBRD Star Venture podcast as we chat with one of our mentors: Stephan Soroka🇺🇦, Partner Wear Your Brand.


    Stephan takes us through his journey in the courier industry, serving giants like Uber Eats and Delivery Hero with top-notch gear and digital solutions.


    He shares the importance of perseverance, staying open to reinvention, and being customer-focused.



    Tune in for inspiration and insights from Stefan Soroca, a true industry innovator!

    #EBRDStarVenture #Entrepreneurship

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    19 mins
  • EBRD Star Venture Startup: Mily Tech on thinking globally
    Dec 15 2023

    🚀 Exciting Episode Alert! 🎙️


    In today's EBRD Star Venture Podcast, meet Miloš Zlatković from Mily Technologies, a top regional startup! 🌟


    Miloš, a mathematician turned entrepreneur, shares his journey from Denmark to founding Mily Tech, a game-changer in logistics tech. 🌐


    When it comes to founding a business in emerging markets, Miloš emphasized the need to think globally from day one and learn from different parts of the world to adapt and grow effectively. 🌎


    Find out more as Miloš reveals his unique approach to inspiration, his favorite book packed with wisdom, and his key piece of advice for entrepreneurs in emerging markets.


    #EBRDStarVenture #LogisticsTech #GlobalExpansion 🌍🚀

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    13 mins
  • EBRD Star Venture Bedri : Advice for emerging market startups
    Dec 13 2023

    🎙️ Exciting EBRD Star Venture Podcast Alert! 🚀


    Join us here for an engaging conversation with Bedri Allkja, co-founder and CTO of Datalix, one of our standout startups from the Western Balkans region. Bedri shares the remarkable journey of Datalix, an innovative solution that streamlines company information retrieval, making business processes efficient and cost-effective.


    From a challenging start to launching successfully this summer, Datalix is gaining traction with paying customers and glowing feedback. Discover how mentorship and the EBRD StarVenture program played a pivotal role in their growth.


    🌟 Learn from Bedri's experiences, the challenges they've overcome, and the inspiration behind their journey, with valuable advice for emerging market startups. Don't miss out on this insightful podcast episode! 🚀💡 #EBRDStarVenture #StartupSuccess #InnovationJourney #EntrepreneurialInspiration

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    12 mins
  • Milos from Omorika Ventures : Western Balkans Investor Insights
    Dec 7 2023

    🚀 Dive into the world of startups, investments, and the secrets behind successful entrepreneurship with Miloš, Founding Partner of Omorika Ventures.


    Here's what you'll discover:


    1️⃣ Omorika's Secret Sauce: What sets Omorika apart in venture capital.


    2️⃣Inside scoop on Western Balkans region: ( SPOILER: it is poised for growth)


    3️⃣ Investor Insights: Miloš shares common pitching mistakes and his one-word advice for entrepreneurs.


    4️⃣ Success Stories and Long-Term Vision: Learn how Omorika supports startups.


    Unlock valuable startup insights from Miloš and explore Southeast Europe's entrepreneurial landscape. Listen now! 🌐🚀 #Startups #Investment #SalesSkills #Entrepreneurship #BalkansStartups

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    24 mins
  • EBRD Starventure Startup loop : Achieving success in emerging markets
    Dec 6 2023

    🎙️ Discover the inspiring journey of Lazar Grujicic from loop, a startup in the Western Balkan region, in our latest EBRD Star Venture Podcast episode!

    Lazar Grujicic shares his transition from civil engineering to entrepreneurship to Ed-tech and then after on how he supported firstly the vision of Aleksandar Hangimana, and the rest of the partners Nikola Obradovic and Božica Vujošević in founding a unique digital platform connecting job seekers and companies.

    Learn valuable lessons on persistence, overcoming challenges, and achieving success in emerging markets. Tune in for insights that will fuel your entrepreneurial spirit! 🔥

    #EBRDStarVenture #StartupSuccess #EntrepreneurshipJourney #Inspiration

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    17 mins
  • EBRD Star Venture Startup Uhura : How to get Global recognition
    Dec 6 2023

    🎙️ Exciting News! Dive into our latest Podcast episode featuring Djuro Stojanovic from Uhura Solutions, a dynamic startup representing the Western Balkan region!


    Explore how Uhura leverages AI to enhance document communication, especially in resolving conflicts for large enterprises.


    Uhura walks us through their journey, from Montenegro's startup scene to global recognition, emphasizing the vital role of mentorship and unwavering determination.


    Get inspired by his entrepreneurial insights! 💼🌟

    #StartupSpotlight #EntrepreneurialJourney #MentorshipMatters #InnovationUnleashed

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    11 mins
  • EBRD Star Venture Start-up Flourish: How to grow in an emerging market
    Nov 15 2023

    Join us on the EBRD Star Venture Podcast as we welcome Jasna Pejovic, CEO of Flourish, to our latest episode. Tune in to discover their journey, the invaluable support they received from the Star Venture program, their insights on navigating emerging markets, the challenges and rewards of being a startup in such an environment, and the driving forces behind their motivation

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    13 mins
  • Serge Loncar: Identifying Investment Opportunities in the Western Balkans Region
    Nov 13 2023

    Navigating Challenges and Strategies for Success: Identifying Investment Opportunities in the Western Balkans Region


    We are joined by Serge Loncar, a dedicated professional focusing on aiding pre-seed and seed-stage companies in South Eastern Europe to successfully enter the US market.


    In this episode, Serge sheds light on the challenges faced in the region, including issues like weakened sales affecting business development capabilities, cultural barriers, and more.


    Join us as we explore strategies to overcome these obstacles and unlock the vast investment potential in the Western Balkans.

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    21 mins