ICT for Kosovo’s Growth: Regional B2B Meeting in Gjilan

On April 28th, 2021, ICT for Kosovo’s Growth organized a Regional B2B meeting in Gjilan. ICT businesses met with non-ICT companies in the development and exporting sectors. The event was open to the public, and participants followed anti-COVID measures.

Keynote Speeches

Mayor Lutfi Haziri of Gjilan opened the event. He discussed the challenges businesses face and highlighted the importance of digitalization. He also spoke about the creation of a Food Institute in the region. Moreover, he emphasized the support local authorities provide to businesses.

Mr. Agron Namani, CEO of ASK Food, shared his company’s success story. He explained how integrating technology and digitalization improved their operations. He praised the event for offering networking and cooperation opportunities.

Next, Mr. Art Navakazi from STIKK spoke. He explained that STIKK connects technology leaders and helps its members grow. He emphasized how the organization supports businesses in advancing technology.

B2B Meetings and Collaboration

After the speeches, participants had prearranged B2B meetings. A total of 31 meetings took place. These discussions focused on integrating ICT into agriculture and food production businesses in Gjilan, a region known for its strong sector.

9 ICT companies and 10 production companies participated in the meetings. They explored potential business opportunities and exchanged ideas. This led to discussions about cooperation and partnerships.

Outcomes and Feedback

The event concluded with a consensus: all participants agreed on the need to integrate technology in production and management systems. This collaboration set the stage for future ICT integration in the region.

The attendees appreciated the event format. They valued the opportunity to discuss their needs from an ICT perspective. The meetings also allowed them to visualize how the technology would fit into their operations.