S2E11: Business in BiH, the US and NL with Sanin Saracevic

S2E11: Business in BiH, the US and NL with Sanin Saracevic

Author: Western Balkans Business Group October 14, 2020 Duration: 54:41

What does your path look like when you make your way from Bosnia and Herzegovina during the war, and wind up building and scaling a successful IT company in the United States 20 years later? What are the lessons learned from that process and what do you have to keep in mind when you want to do international business? Sanin Saracevic, CEO of Maestral Solutions takes us through the years and tells his story as a successful entrepreneur. Having built his company in the US and now settling in the Netherlands, he is somebody who showed that everything is possible if you are willing to work for it and persevere. 


Hosted by Sanir Pasalic and Sandro Slijepcevic, The Balkan Talks is a podcast that moves beyond the headlines to explore the real-world dynamics of business and current affairs in the Western Balkans. This isn't a dry economic briefing; it's a series of conversations that get into the specifics of how markets, policies, and innovation are taking shape across the region. Each episode features discussions with guests who bring direct, on-the-ground experience, offering listeners a nuanced perspective that is often missing from broader coverage. The dialogue focuses on practical insights and emerging trends, from local startups and investment climates to regional trade and infrastructure developments. The goal is to provide context and depth, turning complex topics into accessible and engaging discussions. Produced by the Western Balkans Business Group, the podcast serves as an audio forum for anyone with a professional or personal interest in this part of Europe. By tuning in, you'll hear analysis that connects the dots between news events and their business implications, fostering a deeper understanding of the opportunities and challenges at play. The hope is that these conversations not only inform but also spark curiosity, encouraging listeners to explore the subject further with a more informed point of view.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 25

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