Titan Albania is organising BALKANOMICS , a pioneering regional conference dedicated to driving economic growth, sustainability, and innovation in the Western Balkans in strategic partnership with USAID, the EU, Titan Albania and a network of leading private sector companies
Economic Growth and Stability
Balkanomics contributes to the economic prosperity of the Western Balkans by supporting initiatives that foster stable and inclusive growth. The Conference discovers investment opportunities that align profit with purpose. Participants can share and learn about innovative instruments and investment strategies that drive sustainable growth while ensuring robust returns.
The Conference brings insights from successful case studies and expert panels on implementing ESG practices – Understanding how businesses in the Western Balkans can enhance their competitive edge through sustainability.
The Western Balkans are ready to embrace ESG principles that promise sustainable and equitable economic growth. As for leaders and investors, the involvement in this conference catalyzes transformative changes, driving the integration of ESG into the region’s economic framework.
Balkanomics engages with high-level policymakers, industry leaders, and forward-thinking investors. It offers an unparalleled opportunity to build meaningful relationships, forge strategic partnerships, and discuss the latest trends and challenges in the intelligent investment, smart economic growth, ESG domain etc
About BALKANOMICS:
Previous Sessions (June 24-25, 2024): The first two days of the conference, which occurred in June 24th and 25th 2024 featured 33 distinguished international, regional and local speakers including David Wisner, Chargé d’Affaires at the U.S. Embassy, Silvio Gonzato, EU Ambassador to Albania, Mischere Kawas, Head of USAID, Ignacio Estevez, Palladium representative, Delina Ibrahimaj, Minister of State for Entrepreneurship and Business Climate, Gavin Ryan, a Global Private Equity expert, Ana Luisa Pinto, Economic Officer, Europe & Eurasia Bureau at USAID, Ilva Tare, Senior Fellow at Atlantic Council, Andrew Williams, Policy Officer with European Commission for Enlargement Negotiations, Arta Statovci, AI Expert and Patricia Purcell, Senior Adviser, Environmental Finance at UNDP among others.
Upcoming Third Day (September 16, 2024) The third day will showcase major decarbonization efforts from Albania and neighboring countries, illustrating the impact and best practices of ambitious climate initiatives. This aims to inspire similar efforts in the Western Balkans, emphasizing sustainable practices and the benefits of large-scale environmental projects. Balkanomics will delve into the integration of ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) principles in modern architecture, exploring how sustainable and socially responsible designs can shape future urban landscapes. The conference will mark a historic milestone with the launch of the first ESG network in Albania – a groundbreaking initiative including some of the 10 largest companies in Albania. This network, the first of its kind in the Western Balkans, aims to foster collaboration among businesses, policymakers, and civil society to advance ESG practices across the country.
Conference Format: Co-hosted by Enio Jaco, CEO of CBS, founder of Balkanomics and former President of the American Chamber of Commerce in Albania, and Blendi Salaj, a renowned journalist and moderator, the conference features an innovative format with fireside chats, dynamic panel discussions, and keynote sessions
