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In spring 2024, on April 18th, we will continue our regional journey initiated in Belgrade by heading to the capital of Macedonia. The gathering aims to unite top experts from the industry, manufacturing, and technology sectors as we promote partnership and regional cooperation.

“PIT North Macedonia 2024, from April 18th to April 19th, 2024, in Skopje.”

“The focus on digitalization and automation of production has been longstanding within manufacturing companies, with experts in these fields consistently elaborating on the benefits they bring. Furthermore, there exists significant untapped potential for cooperation between Bosnia and Herzegovina and Macedonia. Despite potential arguments against mixing emotions with business, we firmly believe that the strong friendship between the Macedonian and Bosnian-Herzegovinian people greatly contributes to the deepening of economic cooperation.

At the upcoming conference in Macedonia, representatives from companies that have undergone digital transformation and automation will share their experiences on how these changes have positively impacted productivity. Additionally, discussions will surround the latest technological advancements, industrial trends, and strategies for organizational optimization in the production process, with successful companies from previous PIT conferences serving as inspiration to all attendees.

The decision to come to Macedonia is rooted in the belief in untapped cooperation potential between Bosnia and Herzegovina and Macedonia, alongside the understanding that emotional ties can enhance economic collaboration. Economic indicators from 2000 to 2021 reveal a continuous GDP growth in Macedonia, albeit still below the global and developed country averages. This, coupled with Macedonia’s significant trade deficit akin to Bosnia and Herzegovina, underscores the need for analyzing and proposing measures to reduce it.

The gathering of experts, industrialists, and successful businessmen is thus crucial for intensifying industrial production, as it provides an opportunity to discuss not only manufacturing, technology, and industry but also demographic trends and the alignment of the education system with industry needs. Over the past thirty years, the region has accumulated a significant creative energy poised to foster new ideas, intensified industrial production, and increased business optimism, consequently improving the standard of living and reversing negative demographic trends.

Attending industrial conferences offers exclusive access to the latest research, insights into industrial trends, and technological advancements, while also facilitating the establishment of essential business contacts and acquaintances. As we navigate through the antechamber of the European Union, embracing new technologies and learning from industry leaders become paramount for our collective growth and development..

Finally, let us remember the great statesman and leader Boris Trajkovski, who knew that regional cooperation was in everyone’s interest. With that goal in mind, on the 26th of February 2004, he traveled to a business forum in Mostar, Thus let this conference be a continuation of President Trajkovski’s vision.

Boris Trajkovski, Dimka Ilkova-Bošković, Risto Blaževski, Anita Lozanovska, Mile Krstevski, Boris Velinov, Ace Velinovski, Marko Markovski, and Branko Ivanovski. Bosnia and Herzegovina have not and will never forget you.

Thank you, friends, for showing us the path we should take. Therefore, we invite you to PIT Macedonia to open a new chapter of partnership and cooperation.

See you in Skopje on April 19, 2024.

In spring 2024, on April 18th, we will continue our regional journey initiated in Belgrade by heading to the capital of Macedonia. The gathering aims to unite top experts from the industry, manufacturing, and technology sectors as we promote partnership and regional cooperation.

 

“The focus on digitalization and automation of production has been longstanding within manufacturing companies, with experts in these fields consistently elaborating on the benefits they bring. Furthermore, there exists significant untapped potential for cooperation between Bosnia and Herzegovina and Macedonia. Despite potential arguments against mixing emotions with business, we firmly believe that the strong friendship between the Macedonian and Bosnian-Herzegovinian people greatly contributes to the deepening of economic cooperation.

 

At the upcoming conference in Macedonia, representatives from companies that have undergone digital transformation and automation will share their experiences on how these changes have positively impacted productivity. Additionally, discussions will surround the latest technological advancements, industrial trends, and strategies for organizational optimization in the production process, with successful companies from previous PIT conferences serving as inspiration to all attendees.

 

The decision to come to Macedonia is rooted in the belief in untapped cooperation potential between Bosnia and Herzegovina and Macedonia, alongside the understanding that emotional ties can enhance economic collaboration. Economic indicators from 2000 to 2021 reveal a continuous GDP growth in Macedonia, albeit still below the global and developed country averages. This, coupled with Macedonia’s significant trade deficit akin to Bosnia and Herzegovina, underscores the need for analyzing and proposing measures to reduce it.

 

The gathering of experts, industrialists, and successful businessmen is thus crucial for intensifying industrial production, as it provides an opportunity to discuss not only manufacturing, technology, and industry but also demographic trends and the alignment of the education system with industry needs. Over the past thirty years, the region has accumulated a significant creative energy poised to foster new ideas, intensified industrial production, and increased business optimism, consequently improving the standard of living and reversing negative demographic trends.

Attending industrial conferences offers exclusive access to the latest research, insights into industrial trends, and technological advancements, while also facilitating the establishment of essential business contacts and acquaintances. As we navigate through the antechamber of the European Union, embracing new technologies and learning from industry leaders become paramount for our collective growth and development..

 

Finally, let us remember the great statesman and leader Boris Trajkovski, who knew that regional cooperation was in everyone’s interest. With that goal in mind, on the 26th of February 2004, he traveled to a business forum in Mostar, Thus let this conference be a continuation of President Trajkovski’s vision.

 

Boris Trajkovski, Dimka Ilkova-Bošković, Risto Blaževski, Anita Lozanovska, Mile Krstevski, Boris Velinov, Ace Velinovski, Marko Markovski, and Branko Ivanovski. Bosnia and Herzegovina have not and will never forget you.

 

Thank you, friends, for showing us the path we should take. Therefore, we invite you to PIT Macedonia to open a new chapter of partnership and cooperation.

 

See you in Skopje on April 19, 2024.

Premium sponzori

09:00 – 9:30

Participant Registration

09:30 – 09:50

Welcome speeches

  • Biljana Peeva - Gjurikj, project manager of the “Private Sector Regional Integration Support Activity”, Economic Chamber of North Macedonia
  • Derrick Pfeffer, Private Enterprise Officer at USAID North Macedonia
  • Samira Avdić, CEO of Bravaria Industrial Marketing Sarajevo,BiH
  • Visar Perani, Country Officer for Kosovo and North Macedonia IFC – International Finance Corporation/ World Bank Group, Kosovo

09:50 – 10:10

Green Agenda of Western Balkans: ESG Standards, Circular Economy and Carbon Footprint

  • Ljubomir Pejovski, Environment Director at Makstil AD Skopje, DITH Group

10:10 – 10:30

Presentation of the Study for Mapping Regional Trade and Investment Potential in the Manufacturing Sector

  • Prof. Darko Lazarov Ph.D., International Institute for Business Analysis (IIBA)

10:30 – 11:15

Panel discussion: How can companies from Western Balkans benefit from regional trade

Participants of the panel:

  • Ljupcho Veleski, Export Direcctor, Vitaminka AD Prilep, Skopje, North Macedonia
  • Katerina Zdraveska, CEO, KAZ Group, Skopje, North Macedonia
  • Haris Alikadić, Middleman, General Manager at Swibotec doo Cnc manufacturer, Sarajevo, BiH
  • Danica Selaković, Regional Chamber of Commerce Užice, Chamber of Commerce of Serbia, Užice

11:15 – 11:45

B2B meetings among companies from North Macedonia and the region (WB, HR, SLO etc.)

11:45 - 12:00

Presentation 1: Coaching as a leadership style.Yes or no?

  • Dr.Jelena Pavlović, Professor of Organisational Developmnet, Routledge Coaching Psyhology Author, Founder of Kouching centar, Belgrade Serbia

12:00 - 12:15

Presentation 2: The Smart Learning Factory – Skopje, a hub for fostering productivity and innovation in the company and society

  • Prof. Robert Minovski , PhD, Smart Learning Factory,Skopje,North Macedonia

12:15 - 12:30

Presentation 3: Inno Fab Lab, a place where young people prototypes and companies increase innovation capacities

  • Prof. Igor Jordanov, PhD, Faculty of Technological Mettalurgy,Skopje,North Macedonia

12:30 - 12:45

Presentation 4: Partnership among academy and industry: Collaboration potentials with FEEIT

  •  Prof.Zivko Kokolanski, PhD, Vice Dean for finance and industry cooperation at FEEIT – Faculty for electrical Engineering and Information Technologies, Skopje

12:45 - 13:05

Presentation 5: EIT Manufacturing possibilities for local business systems

  • Mrs Xanthi Bampoula, Business Development Manager EIT Manufacturing South East

13:05 - 13:55

Lunch & Refreshment Break with B2B Meetings

13:55 - 14:10

Presentation 6: Do we require the assistance of consultants to streamline and enhance our operational processes? Exploring the efficacy of external expertise in process optimization

  • Idriz Selimović, Consultant Lean manufacturing Praktischlean, Novo Mesto, Slovenia

14:10 - 14:25

Presentation 7: Global Markets positioning by innovative culture

  • M-sci Marta Naumovska Grnarova, CEO of Zavar Company, Founder of Zavar Design,
    Founder and President of MAMEI, Skopje, North Macedonia

14:25 - 14:35

Presentation 8: Success story of women Re qualification from different backgrounds in production of electrical cabinets

  • Ana Kanceska, Rade Končar TEP, Skopje, North Macedonia

14:35 -14:50

Panel 1:1

  • Prof. Dimitar Dimitrov, PhD, FEIT – Faculty for electrical Engineering, Skopje, North Macedonia

14:50 - 15:05

Presentation 9: How do we produce CNC machines for the regional market in Bosnia and Hercegovina?

  • Haris Alikadić, Middleman General Manager at Swibotec doo Cnc manufacturer, Sarajevo, BiH

15:05 - 15:45

Power panel: Digitalizing Production for Ordinary Mortals: How to use technology for Success?

Moderator:

  • Aleksandar Mededović, Senior Expert – Digital Platforms & FDI Engagement, IFC – International Finance Corporation

Participants of the panel:

  • Katarina Miloševska, Manager and Co-owner of Infoverse, Skopje, North Macedonia
  • Vasko Karangeleski, founder and CEO at BRULZ, Skopje, North Macedonia
  • Tarik Kadrispahić, CEO & co-founder of Targer E&C, Sarajevo, BiH

 

15:45 - 16:00

Refreshment Break and B2B Meetings

16:00 - 16:20

Presentation 10: Three Forgotten Business Lessons – How to Propel Business Growth from Within

  • dr.Dragana Vujović Đermanović, GRWTH Guide @ PSG| Mentor,Businesswoman,PhD,Serbia

16:20 – 17:00

Human Potential Panel: How to Attract and Retain Workers?

Moderator:

  • Aleksandar Međedović, Senior Expert – Digital Platforms & FDI Engagement, IFC – International Finance Corporation

 

Participants of the panel

  • Elena Mladenovska Jelenkovic, CEO at M6 Educational Center,Skopje North Macedonia
  • Lejla Kraljević, Co-founder of Derubis Caravans, Vitez BiH
  • Mirsad Jašarspahić ,President, Chamber of Commerce of the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina, Sarajevo, BiH
  • Dubravko Jasic, Chief Quality Officer at Gir, Kraljevo, Srbija

17:00 – 17:20

Conclusion of the First D of the Conference, Closing Speeches and award Ceremony

09:00 – 10:30

Workshop 1A (Parallel with 1B) – Practicing Market Entry through New Product Development Moderators:

  • Samira Avdić, CEO of Bravaria Industrial Marketing, Sarajevo, BiH
  • Marta Naumovska Grnarova, CEO of ZAVAR Company Founder of ZAVAR Design Founder and President of MAMEI, Skopje, North Macedonia

09:00 – 10:30

Workshop 1B (Parallel with 1A) – Lean, Six Sigma, and Continuous Improvements: Practicing Process Optimization Moderators:

  • Tarik Kadrispahić, CEO & co-founder of Targer E&C, Sarajevo, BiH
  • Idriz Selimović, Consultant Lean manufacturing Praktischlean, Novo Mesto, Slovenia

10:30 - 11:00

Refreshment Break and B2B Meetings

11:00 – 12:30

Workshop 2A (Parallel with 2B) - Practicing Digitalization: Production Transformation in the Digital Age Moderator:

  • Katarina Miloševska, Manager and co-owner of Infoverse, Skopje, North Macedonia
  • Blagoja Milosevski, Planum konsalting, CEO, Management Consulting Services za digitalization, Skopje, North Macedonia

11:00 - 12:30

Workshop 2B (Parallel with 2A) - Regional Partnerships in Innovation and Development: Driving Growth in the Manufacturing Sector Moderator:

  • Aleksandar Međedović, Senior Expert – Digital Platforms & FDI Engagement, IFC – International Finance Corporation

12:30 – 13:00

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