Our advisors – Bosnia and Herzegovina
No matter what your goals are, our expert advisors will work closely with you to help you find the right funding option and lead you to success.
No matter what your goals are, our expert advisors will work closely with you to help you find the right funding option and lead you to success.
Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina
The Foreign Trade Chamber of Bosnia and Herzegovina

Mersiha Selmanović
The Foreign Trade Chamber of Bosnia and Herzegovina
mersiha.selmanovic@komorabih.ba
Specialist: Internationalization
Experience in internationalisation of SMEs, establishing business cooperation among Bosnian and foreign companies, managing everyday correspondence with Bosnian enterprises and business support organizations. Organization of B2B meetings, seminars, workshops, business events, and business missions.

Amir Hujić
The Foreign Trade Chamber of Bosnia and Herzegovina
amir.hujic@komorabih.ba
Specialist: Access to Finance, EU funding
Project manager with 15 years of experience in coordination, women entrepreneurship, particularly in organizing multi-sectoral business missions and EU funding.
University of Sarajevo

Maja Arslanagić-Kalajdžić
University of Sarajevo
maja.arslanagic@efsa.unsa.ba
Specialist: Sustainability, Resilience
Professor of marketing and Head of the Centre for Research and Development at the University of Sarajevo. As the representative of the University, responsible for research and development activities, as well as advising and assessing innovative companies in the country. Research interests focus on sustainability, with additional work on analyzing the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on SMEs in BiH, assessing their situation and resilience.

Melika Husić-Mehmedović
University of Sarajevo
melika.husic@efsa.unsa.ba
Specialist: Scale-Up, Innovation
Extensive experience in project management, with involvement in numerous national and international projects. Project manager since 2017, working with innovative companies in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Expertise in innovation strategies, consulting for innovation improvement, and projects related to the green economy and social entrepreneurship.

Selma Kadić-Maglajlić
University of Sarajevo
skm.marktg@cbs.dk
Specialist: Innovation, Technology Transfer
Extensive experience in project management, with involvement in numerous national and international projects, working with innovative companies in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Significant expertise in coaching and advising innovative startups, actively engaged in training and mentoring activities as a key trainer for large profit organizations and as an evaluator for innovative business ideas and startups.
INTERA Technology Park

Vedran Šimunović
INTERA Technology Park
vedran.simunovic@intera.ba
Specialist: Internationalization, SME support, Innovation
CEO of INTERA Technology Park who provides business support, business model innovation, internationalization and capacity building services to SMEs since 2016. Mentoring SMEs in Federal mentoring program and in Proof of Concept project. Organizes b2b meetings, workshops, hackathons and other start-up events. Advises in digitalization, digital transformation and smart city initiatives.

Vlado Grubišić
INTERA Technology Park
vlado.grubisic@intera.ba
Specialist: Sustainability, Digitalisation, Technology and R&D Partnering
R&D Engineer with background in mechanical engineering, project management, and education. Works on transnational partnerships, improving organizational structures, and fostering innovation within SMEs. Supports digitalization and resilience initiatives, helping SMEs adapt to market changes and enhance international collaboration.
BIT Center

Robert Martić
BIT Center
robert@bit.ba
Specialist: Internationalization
Innovation Capacity support and director with over 20 years of experience in project implementation, business, and entrepreneurship. Engaged in project development and implementation, including the establishment of formal and operational structures for innovation infrastructure, ranging from business incubators to technology parks. Experienced in comprehensive project management, contributing significantly to the preparation and implementation of all projects executed by BIT Center.

Vedrana Ajanović
BIT Center
vedrana@bit.ba
Specialist: Digitalization, Internationalization
Works daily with IT companies at BIT Center, supporting them through various phases of development and maintaining communication with BIT Center partners at both national and international levels.
Zenica Development Agency

Alma Bečirović
Zenica Development Agency
alma@zeda.ba
Specialist: Internationalization
Active member of EEN experienced in establishment business cooperation among B&H and foreign companies, assisting and advising SMEs on product conformity, CE marking, in accordance with EU standards and EU legislation in order to allow them to become active in the Single Market and beyond. Manager of LIND Laboratory for product safety testing / an accredited test laboratory within Zenica development Agency ZEDA Ltd.
Republika Srpska
ONEX- Evropska mreža preduzetništva Republike Srpske

Bojan Čudić
DIGITAL INNOVATION HUB ONEX
bojan.cudic@onex.digital
Specialist: SME support, Access to finance, EU funding programs, Business partnering
Strong background in fostering innovation and financial access for SMEs. Experienced in EU funding mechanisms, technology transfer, and resilience building. Supports enterprises in developing sustainable business models and connecting with suitable partners across the EU.

Dejan Radmanović
DIGITAL INNOVATION HUB ONEX
dejan.radmanovic@onex.digital
Specialist: Digitalisation, Internationalization
Extensive expertise in managing international projects with SMEs, focusing on digital transformation and internationalization in Southeast Europe. Skilled in EU project development and supporting SMEs to adopt innovative solutions and strengthen competitiveness.

Ognjen Zec
DIGITAL INNOVATION HUB ONEX
ognjen.zec@onex.digital
Specialist: Business development, Internationalization, SME support
Specialist in SME business development and internationalization. Experienced in EU project design and implementation, providing strategic guidance for companies entering new markets. Supports SMEs in adopting digital tools, fostering innovation, and accessing EU financial instruments.

Nenad Lakić
DIGITAL INNOVATION HUB ONEX
nenad.lakic@onex.digital
Specialist: Digitalisation, SME support
Expert in digital transformation and innovation for SMEs. Provides consulting on EU funding opportunities and technology adoption. Skilled in connecting businesses with research and innovation networks, enabling sustainable growth and improving competitiveness in regional and EU markets.

Vladimir Blagojević
DIGITAL INNOVATION HUB ONEX
vladimir.blagojevic@onex.digital
Specialist: Coordinate, support, and enhance communication activities, Digitalisation, SME support
Expert in Strategic Communication, Internal Coordination, External Communication, Monitoring and Reporting, Training and Capacity Building within EEN and EU.
University of East Sarajevo

Milomirka Obrenović
University of East Sarajevo
milomirka.skrba@tfzv.ues.rs.ba
Specialist: Internationalization
Expert in development, management and implementation of projects in higher education and science. Expert in strategic management and certified advisor/lead auditor in quality management for companies, higher education institutions and research organizations. Organizes business to business meetings, workshops and other project events.

Vesna Gojković Cvjetković
University of East Sarajevo
vesna.gojkovic@yahoo.com, vesna.gojkovic@tfzv.ues.rs.ba
Specialist: Internationalization, SME support, Knowledge and Technology Transfer
EEN advisor focused on internationalization and SME support. My work includes internationalization of SME in Bosnia and Herzegovina through mentoring and knowledge transfer support. Organization seminars, workshops, training events and Internationalization missions.

Milan Vukić
University of East Sarajevo
milan.vukic@tfzv.ues.rs.ba
Specialist: Internationalization, SME support, Technology Transfer
Specializing in technology advisory that empowers SMEs to scale efficiently and compete on a global stage by implementing the right support infrastructure.

Jelena Simović
University of East Sarajevo
simovicjelena@outlook.com
Specialist: SME support, Sustainability, Technology and R&D Partnering, Resilience, Business
Working at the Faculty of Economics, University of East Sarajevo, with academic and practical background in finance and international cooperation. Contributed to a nationally significant project and participated in regional conferences and forums. Dedicated to supporting SMEs, fostering innovation and sustainability, and connecting enterprises with EU funding opportunities.

Mladen Rebić
University of East Sarajevo
rebicmladen@yahoo.co.uk
Specialist: Sustainability, Innovation
Sustainable development expert with experience in implementing environmental, economic and social solutions. Dedicated to creating sustainable practices in various industries, with the aim of conserving resources and improving the quality of life. Focused on integrating sustainability into business and social processes, as well as creating sustainable solutions through cooperation with international partners and adapting business strategies to global challenges.

Jelena Marjanović
University of East Sarajevo
jelena.marjanovic@ekofis.ues.rs.ba
Specialist: Innovation and Technology Transfer
Professor of entrepreneurship at the Faculty of Economics in East Sarajevo. Lecturer and mentor in the “Accelerator” program intended for beginners in business. Four years of experience in training and providing mentoring support in the field of writing business plans.
CHAMBER OF INDEPENDENT ENTREPRENEURS OF THE REPUBLIC OF SRPSKA

Jovica Selak
Chamber of independent entrepreneurs of the Republic of Srpska
jovica.selak@ksp.rs.ba
Specialist: SME Support, Internationalization
Secretary of the Chamber of Independent Entrepreneurs of the Republic of Srpska with extensive experience in IT and business consulting. Focused on SME support and the internationalization of SMEs, etc.
SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY PARK OF THE REPUBLIC OF SRPSKA

Nikola Dragović
Science and technology park of the Republic of Srpska
n.dragovic@ntprs.org
Specialist: Technology, Research, Innovation, Startup Support
Strategy manager and operations executive with more than twenty-five years of experience in the preparation and implementation of a portfolio of strategic development projects in the field of communal infrastructure, local development, SME development, TVET and more recently, digitalization and innovation. With analytical acuity, strong facilitation skills, and a proven track of training design & provision to various target groups. Often acting independently as a facilitator, trainer and presenter, or as a part of the broader team, always in order to assure growth and meet broader organisation’ objectives. Certified trainer for strategic planning in the public sector, PCM, RBM and the introduction of innovations in the public sector. Member of various professional bodies including Development Council of Republika Srpska and Network of BH Strategy Development Practitioners.

Gordana Marjanović
Science and technology park of the Republic of Srpska
g.marjanovic@ntprs.org
Specialist: Finance, Innovation, Startup Support
Advising startups and small businesses in their growth phase, helping them secure funding—from grants and EU programs to private investors. Attuned to innovation trends and entrepreneurial ecosystems, organize educational workshops, and connect founders with investors, partners, and institutions.
UNION OF EMPLOYERS OF REPUBLIC OF SRPSKA

Milka Marković
Union of employers of Republic of Srpska
milka.markovic@unijauprs.org
Specialist: SME Support
Longstanding experience and knowledge in supporting SMEs in Republic of Srpska in areas of compliance, labour code, labour migrations etc.