INN Fest-2018

First Edition of Innovation Festival was held on 18 – 20 Sept 2018 at Tirana International Hotel. For the first time, a three-day event brought together entrepreneurs, startups, investors, and policymakers to celebrate creativity, technology, and entrepreneurship.

Day 1

Focused on Start-ups and Tourism, featuring inspiring success stories from Albanian entrepreneurs who expanded globally, including Softmogul and Gjonaj Group Holdings. Key discussions revolved around intrapreneurship, business model innovation, and smart destination development.

Day 2

Turned to Telecommunication, Insurance, and Energy Innovation, hosting high-level speakers from Albania, Kosovo, and North Macedonia. Sessions explored leadership for innovation and opportunities for startups to enter international markets.

Day 3

Addressed Finance, Education, and ICT/Technology Innovation, with key insights from PricewaterhouseCoopers and leading experts on how digital transformation and global trends are reshaping the future of business and society.

Across all days, participants engaged in sector presentations, 1:1 meetings, and networking sessions, strengthening partnerships and paving the way for future collaboration in the Western Balkans innovation ecosystem.