Albania Economia

✨The Technological Albania Europe Doesn’t Expect

🇦🇱 Albania’s & ecosystem is evolving fast:
➡️ over 40,000 professionals
➡️ more than 3,000 active companies
➡️ first place in Central and Eastern Europe for computer science graduates per capita.

Albania is no longer a “low-cost destination,” but a partner capable of co-designing, integrating seamlessly into European teams, and delivering strategic value — just as Europe faces a severe shortage of digital skills.

It’s a young, close, and increasingly mature sector, earning its place through quality, methodology, and reliability.

👉 In the interview published by Albania Economia Magazine, Stavri Pici, of Armundia Factory and coordinator of the ICT & BPO group for both the Camera di Commercio Italiana in Albania - CCIA and Confindustria Albania shares this transformation:

The Technological Albania That Europe Doesn't Expect | Albania Economia Albania Economia, le migliori storie d'impresa.

As part of the Conversations Across series, this conversation led by Besara Kaja features Aina Hoti, one of the most prominent figures in the Albanian diaspora in , known for her remarkable work in promoting Albanian , , and abroad.
Aina Hoti is the founder of Swiss Albania Event and a passionate advocate dedicated to preserving Albanian heritage and fostering community pride among Albanians living outside their homeland.
Through cultural events, exhibitions, and initiatives, she creates bridges that connect the diaspora to its roots, showcasing the richness of Albanian art, music, and traditions on an international stage. In this interview, Aina shares insights into her motivations, her vision for the future, and the vital role of younger generations in keeping Albanian culture alive abroad. The conversation also highlights , the upcoming ’s in October, building networks, and inspiring positive change within the diaspora community.

Read now:

Aina Hoti: Bridging Albanian Traditions and Women's Empowerment in the Diaspora | Albania Economia Albania Economia, le migliori storie d'impresa.

Albania Economia Magazine interviewed Cristiano D'Auria, founder of 'Auria Packaging, who brought his family’s tradition into the packaging industry in Albania through DPrint Europe, with offices in Tirana and Durrës.

Founded in 2017, DPrint Europe is now one of the country's most innovative companies, recognized with the Imprese Vincenti 2024 award, the Premio Impresa Ambiente, and the Intesa Sanpaolo for innovation and .

Since 2024, DPrint Europe has been part of Mosaiq Group, a fund that brings together top-tier companies in the luxury packaging sector.

Alongside him, Sebastian Suhl, of Mosaiq Group, shared his vision for the future of luxury packaging. With a career spanning key roles at Prada, Givenchy (part of the LVMH Group), Trussardi, Valentino, and Marc Jacobs, Suhl is leading the group towards an integrated and sustainable model, aiming to solidify its position as an industry leader.

A must-read interview for anyone interested in the future of luxury packaging:
👉 https://www.albaniaeconomia.com/cristiano-dauria-and-sebastian-suhl-the-new-era-of-luxury-packaging/

Cristiano D'Auria and Sebastian Suhl: The New Era of Luxury Packaging | Albania Economia Albania Economia, le migliori storie d'impresa.

Eight years of growth, innovation, and opportunity! 🇮🇹🇦🇱

Albania Economia Magazine interviewed Sergio Fontana, President of Confindustria Albania, to reflect on his tenure from 2017 to today.
A journey that has seen Albania evolve into an increasingly attractive hub for Italian investors, thanks to reforms, digitalization, and new development opportunities.

📌 What were the biggest challenges?
📌 Which sectors have seen the most significant growth?
📌 How has the profile of Italian entrepreneurs in Albania changed?

Find out more in the full interview:

Eight Years of Development and Innovation: The Role of Confindustria Albania in Strengthening Italian Businesses | Albania Economia Albania Economia, le migliori storie d'impresa.

Sustainable Regeneration: Andrea Michelini talks about the
Andrea Michelini, of MAU Architecture, has won the competition for the regeneration of the Cerovo Creative Hub, an ambitious project that will transform an abandoned military site into a creative and multidisciplinary space. ✨
Michelini emphasizes the importance of this hub in revitalizing the region's cultural and economic heritage, realized through an international team of Italian, Albanian, and Montenegrin talents. 🌐👷‍♂️👷‍♀️
With a focus on sustainability and innovation, the project will utilize prefabricated materials and renewable technologies to ensure high while celebrating Montenegrin culture. ♻️
The Cerovo Creative Hub will not only stimulate economic development but also become a landmark for cultural tourism, creating new opportunities for local artists and entrepreneurs.
Winning the UNDP competition highlights the appreciation for Michelini and his team's innovative approach. 🏆

To learn more, read the full interview here:

Cerovo Creative Hub: a sustainable future for an abandoned military site | Albania Economia Albania Economia, le migliori storie d'impresa.

🌐 Armundia Group expands its horizons 🌍

Armundia Factory, based in Tirana, Albania, is now offering its ICT and BPO services to a broader range of industries including Public Administration, manufacturing, telecommunications, healthcare, and education. This expansion reflects their commitment to driving digital transformation for companies of all sizes.

Thanks to a highly qualified high-velocity talent team, made up of 60 professionals with an average age of 28, all graduates mainly in economics and IT, Armundia Factory presents itself as a global technological partner, poised to accompany organizations at every stage of their digitalization journey.

For the global launch, Pici, CEO of Armundia Factory, announces that , an AI-based data reporting tool born from the partnership with Flow Immersive, a Californian company, will soon be presented to clientele and , enhancing data visualization and decision-making capabilities.



Read more:
https://www.albaniaeconomia.com/armundia-factory-ict-and-bpo-services-company-of-armundia-group-expands-its-offering-to-all-industries/

Armundia Factory, the ICT and BPO services company based in Tirana, Albania and 100% controlled by Armundia Group, a tech leader in ICT solutions and digital services for banking and insurance, started in Italy and expanded globally. They now have offices in Rome, Milan, Empoli, L’Aquila, Armundia Luxembourg, Armundia United Kingdom, and Tirana. the Group serves its clients in eleven countries (Italy, Croatia, Hungary, Slovakia, Slovenia, Switzerland, Luxembourg, United Kingdom, Ireland, Albania, and Saudi Arabia) with more than 75 references.

Armundia Factory, ICT and BPO services company of Armundia Group, expands its offering to all industries | Albania Economia Albania Economia, le migliori storie d'impresa.

🎙️ We are delighted to introduce the third episode of the " in " podcast series, a collaboration between Tumo Tirana and Albania Economia! 🌟

🎬 📹 With Erion Veliaj

🚀 🌱 What did the , Ana and Roland, ask the Mayor of the capital?

🎧 📹 Find out now!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GUJK4b_aX7A&t=15s

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Thanks to Shqipe Berisha Imelda Zeqo

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🎙️ A new rule has been introduced in the "Young Journalists in Albania": each episode's guest nominates the next one! Who will be the nominated by Luca busi?

Find out now! Luca Busi, President of Coca-Cola Bottling Shqipëria (CCBS), described as a "young spirit" by our young journalists Ana and Roland, shares his inspiring entrepreneurial journey. 🌟

Join us in this exciting adventure as we empower the next generation of storytellers, in collaboration with the Tumo Tirana 🇦🇱

🚀 🌱 Unlock the potential of young budding ! This project is not just about reporting; it's about promoting a synergy of visions. Together, we are shaping the future of communication and storytelling.

🎧 Watch Ana and Roland's interview now! 🎬 📹 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ceHkpiZL4fs&t=9s

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⚡ We’re proud to announce our Jury for the WMF International Roadshow 🇦🇱Albania!

Our jury is made up of , professionals, and top-notch who will provide valuable insights and feedback to help you build and grow your startup like a pro.

Stavri Pici, albanian by birth, Italian by adoption, Stavri studied Computer Engineering and graduated with the highest grades at the La Sapienza University of Rome specializing in computer networks.
He began his professional career in Armundia Group in 2009 as an Analyst and Developer, an experience that allows him not only to test his technical skills, but also to coordinate groups of work and guaranteeing to the customers high standards of quality and efficiency. In 2015, as part of a strategic project of national and international growth, it comes deliberated the foundation of a software house in Albania, Armundia Factory , of which he comes appointed CEO.
Under his guidance, the company has grown steadily to become one of the best known Albanians and sought after by young talents wishing to evolve in a business context very attentive to technological progress.

🤝Organized in collaboration with Camera di Commercio Italiana in Albania - CCIA, Albania Economia Magazine, WMF - We Make Future and with the patronage of Minister of State for Entrepreneurship and Business Climate and Startup Albania Agency.

🚀 Don’t miss the chance to pitch your startup at WMF - We Make Future International Roadshow on 2024, at Piramida Tirana

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⚡ We’re proud to announce our for the 🇦🇱 ! 🚀

Our jury is made up of , professionals, and top-notch who will provide valuable insights and feedback to help you build and grow your startup like a pro.

Giuseppe Oppedisano is Head of Innovation of WMF - We Make Future. Strongly passionate about entrepreneurship and innovation with consolidated experience on leading disruptive ventures/investments/programmes at international level. B.Sc. and M.Sc. Biomedical Engineering (Polytechnic of Milan), triple master’s degree in business and industrial Management (KTH- MIP - UPM), Venture Finance Programme (Oxford University), Advanced Venture Capital Programme (IE Business School). In the first part of his career, he participated in cutting edge international R&D projects (i.e. Bionic Eye Australia). After he covered different roles in multinational companies (Fujifilm, Toshiba, Bombardier) in the R&D, innovation, and business development area. Since 2010 at different title, he is an active player in the PAN European entrepreneurship, open innovation and venture capital ecosystem. He was Programme Director for the biggest digital deeptech ecosystem in Europe (EIT Digital) supporting PAN European digital scaleups in creating societal impact through innovation. He is the Head of innovation and executive committee member at WMF, we Make Future Festival the global largest Digital and social innovation event with +60.000 attendees, 1.000 and 300 in its last edition.

🤝Organized in collaboration with Camera di Commercio Italiana in Albania - , Albania Economia Magazine, WMF - We Make Future and with the patronage of Minister of State for Entrepreneurship and Business Climate and Startup Albania Agency.

🚀 Don’t miss the chance to your startup at WMF International Roadshow Albania on 2024, at Piramida Tirana

✍ Register your startup: link in Bio

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🎙️We are proud to announce the launch of the first episode of "The Pyramid Podcast - Young Journalists," the new collaborative project between Tumo Tirana and Albania Economia Magazine.

👩‍💼 Ana Dede and 👨‍💼 Roland Tahulla, promising young journalists, lead us into the world of Albanian economy with freshness and audacity. We couldn't be prouder of their first big step!

🔗 In this inaugural episode, we'll listen to an exclusive interview with Stavri Pici, CEO of Armundia Factory. What questions will Ana and Roland have for one of the leaders in the Albanian industry? We can't wait to find out!

💡 🖊 The non-profit project "The Pyramid Podcast - Young Journalists" aims to offer TUMO Center Tirana students the opportunity to explore the fundamentals of and through engaging hands-on experiences such as interviews to the of scientific, economic, and social sectors.
It aims to develop and promote an in . In addition, it inspires to pursue educational paths that fulfill their and .

👏 A special thanks to everyone who made this project possible!
We look forward to seeing who the next interview by Tumoians will be and to continue supporting young journalists on their journey. 🌟 🎧

📻 Watch Ana and Roland's interview now! 👇
https://youtu.be/wShtvT-Tbng?si=ZpXTr4WDpMrBIL63

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Don't miss the enlightening between luca busi, President of Coca-Cola Albania CCBS, and Omer Saraci. 🎥

🌟✨In this exclusive conversation, Luca Busi reveals the visionary roadmap of Coca-Cola Bottling Shqipëria outlining the strategic investments and actions necessary to achieve by 2030. 🌱 🌍


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