Global Entrepreneurship Week (GEW Albania 2024) returns to Tirana from November 18-25, bringing together innovators, entrepreneurs, and businesses from around the world for a series of impactful events.

Under the special patronage of the Minister of State for Entrepreneurship and Business Climate, Ms. Delina Ibrahimaj, along with the State Agency for Startups, more than 50 events will take place in Tirana. These events are supported by 35 partners from the public and private sectors, academia, and international organizations operating in the country.

The focus of GEW Albania 2024 will be to enhance collaboration among all stakeholders, foster networking, diversify alternative funding options, empower the supporting ecosystem, and most importantly, transform the business culture by embracing global innovations and creating added value for the economy.

Key Sessions and Highlights

During the week, various sessions will include:

• Skill-building and inspiration from national and international entrepreneurial success stories.
• Motivational talks by dynamic speakers and mentoring sessions.
• Training programs with diverse partners.
• Discussions with women entrepreneurs, ambitious youth, and business leaders.
• Industry panel discussions, presentations, and reports.
• Visits to businesses and dedicated meetings with local and foreign corporate leaders.

Bringing the World Together in Tirana

This significant event will unite business founders, investors, experts, and entrepreneurship enthusiasts from around the globe, providing opportunities for networking, learning, and collaborating to develop new ideas and projects.

Throughout the week, Albanian citizens and professionals will have the opportunity to participate in a variety of activities, including seminars, training sessions, panel discussions, and mentoring sessions held at some of Tirana’s most prominent venues.

What to Expect During GEW Albania?

• Panel Discussions and Presentations by experts in business and innovation.
• Mentoring and Training Sessions for entrepreneurs aiming to develop and improve their ideas.
• Networking and Collaboration Opportunities to connect entrepreneurs and investors from Albania and the region.
• Workshops and Practical Activities designed to enhance business technical and managerial skills.

All sessions aim to inspire, motivate, empower, connect, and share entrepreneurial knowledge with students, aspiring entrepreneurs, mentors, and business partners.

Join Us!

We invite you to stay tuned for more details and updates about this week dedicated to entrepreneurship. Be part of seminars and dedicated networks designed for entrepreneurs, businesses, and startups.

Building Albania’s Entrepreneurial Future

Albania boasts successful stories of new ventures and continues to strengthen its ecosystem through a model legal framework and ongoing financial support. Our mission is to develop this vision further.

The Albanian Government is increasingly committed to supporting innovative entrepreneurship and improving the economic environment. This is achieved through financial access via grant schemes, capacity building for facilitators, and talent development, all contributing to a primary goal—sustainable economic growth.

This is an excellent opportunity to position Albania as a dynamic hub for innovation and economic development by uniting professionals and leaders from across the globe for a week of learning and growth.