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Empower Partners is proud to announce that our Managing Partner, Rexhep Ilazi, will be moderating Session 2, "Workforce Development and Public–Private Partnerships," at the upcoming Wood Industry Convention 2025. The event, organized by the Association of Wood Processors of Kosovo, is a vital platform for dialogue, innovation, and collaboration in one of Kosovo's most promising sectors.

Rexhep Ilazi brings a deep legacy of engagement with Kosovo's wood industry. His involvement dates back to his leadership roles in USAID-funded projects, where he was instrumental in conceptualizing and supporting the first edition of this convention. Today, his work continues to connect the industry with key resources for growth—including investment, export channels, and diaspora partnerships.

The topic of this session—workforce development and public–private partnerships—is of particular urgency. As the wood processing sector in Kosovo expands, the need for skilled labor and strategic collaboration between public institutions and private enterprises becomes critical. This session aims to foster actionable discussions that address these needs and provide real-world solutions for the sector's future.

Empowering the Industry

Empower Partners remains deeply committed to supporting sustainable growth in Kosovo's wood industry. Through strategic advisory, project implementation, and cross-sector partnerships, the firm helps unlock new opportunities that drive both economic development and international competitiveness.

Empower Partners is proud to announce that David King, a distinguished member of our Advisory Board, was a featured speaker at the upcoming Kosovo Finance Forum 2025. The event, known for convening leading voices in finance and investment, took place in Pristina and spotlight strategies to enhance capital access for businesses in the region.

David will discuss the growing importance of alternative investment funds in broadening the financial ecosystem beyond traditional banking. His talk will emphasize how non-bank financial instruments can catalyze private sector development by unlocking new investment opportunities.

With many businesses in Kosovo poised for growth but often limited by access to finance, David's insights will highlight how alternative finance can bridge this gap. Empower Partners believes these financial tools are essential for fostering a vibrant, resilient economic landscape.

The Kosovo Finance Forum 2025 is a key platform for thought leadership in finance and policy. Empower Partners is honored to contribute to the dialogue shaping the future of investment in Kosovo and beyond.

We are pleased to share that our Managing Partner, Rexhep Ilazi, will be moderating a high-impact panel on innovative industrial models in construction at the upcoming Balkonnect Festival 2025. The event will be held on May 23rd at Strauss Hall, Emerald Hotel, from 11:30 to 13:00.

The panel will bring together leading experts and innovators to discuss the future of construction through the lens of sustainability and technology. Key topics include the integration of material synergies, advancements in hybrid construction techniques, and the transformative potential of 3D printing in building processes.

As a long-standing advocate for forward-thinking development, Rexhep Ilazi will guide the conversation toward practical, research-backed insights that bridge theory with real-world application. This includes examining the role of R&D in driving innovation and the importance of collaboration across the construction value chain.

The session promises to be a compelling discussion for professionals passionate about shaping the built environment of tomorrow. It reflects Empower Partners' ongoing commitment to industry leadership, knowledge-sharing, and sustainable progress.

We are proud to announce that Artan Sadiku, Managing Partner and Head of Financial & Investment Services at Empower Partners, will be a featured speaker at the Kosovo Finance Forum 2025. This highly anticipated event brings together leading voices in finance, investment, and economic policy to discuss the evolving landscape of financial markets in Kosovo and beyond.

Artan will contribute to a vital panel on Alternative Financing and Investment Funds, a topic increasingly relevant as Kosovo's financial ecosystem matures. Drawing from his deep expertise, he will highlight how innovative fund structures are reshaping capital access for businesses and entrepreneurs, helping unlock new pathways for economic growth and resilience.

His presentation will delve into practical strategies for deploying alternative financing mechanisms and structuring investment funds that cater to diverse market needs. Artan will also discuss Empower Partners' active role in supporting financial innovation and fostering investor confidence through transparent, adaptive models.

This engagement underscores Empower Partners' commitment to thought leadership and our active participation in advancing Kosovo's financial sector. We invite all industry professionals, stakeholders, and aspiring financiers to join the discussion and be part of shaping a more dynamic and inclusive financial future.

Honored to be part of the Diaspora Economic Conference 2025, organized by the Global Albanian Diaspora Network -- and proud to be a co-sponsor of this important event!

📣 Our CEO, Skender Rama, addressed a distinguished audience of diaspora leaders and investors, emphasizing the power of diaspora capital to shape Kosovo's economic future.

At Empower Partners, we are dedicated to helping diaspora businesses navigate their investment journey -- from tailored investment advisory to securing local financing and building strategic partnerships on the ground.

🤝 Let's continue to turn global connections into local impact.