DRIVE 2024: Do not miss the biggest HR event of the year in BiH

Changes in the labor market bring new challenges, and new generations of employees increasingly reject traditional business models, setting their own trends. In a dynamic environment that requires constant increases in productivity, cost reduction and business growth, key questions about maintaining satisfaction and productivity in the workplace are becoming more important than ever!

These topics are only part of what awaits you at this year’s  DRIVE Leadership & Talent conference , which will be held on October 3, 2024 at the Hills Hotel in Sarajevo, organized by  Kolektiv/ MojPosao.ba .

The DRIVE conference is intended for everyone whose job involves managing and developing people. For the 12th year, it gathers leading experts and inspirational speakers in the field of human resources management, talent management and leadership, who come from all over the world, with a focus on the region and the HR community of Bosnia and Herzegovina.

With this year’s slogan ” Keep the DRIVE” , this prestigious event will bring together international and domestic experts to share their expertise on digital transformation, employer branding and creating sustainable, healthy work environments.

Introducing distinguished speakers

Adrian Furnham , psychologist, professor and author of over 1300 scientific papers and 95 revolutionary books in the field of psychology. One of the 20 most influential experts in the field of HR according to the choice of HR magazine and the recipient of a lifetime achievement award in HR. Columnist for the Financial Times, Sunday Times and Daily Telegraph. As a trusted consultant and trainer for government institutions, multinational corporations and respected media houses, he brings a wealth of practical wisdom to HR professionals.

The second lecturer is  Aco Momčilović , co-founder of the Global AI Ethics Institute and an expert in human resources. With extensive experience in human resource management, including work at companies such as Rimac Automobila and AirQ from Abu Dhabi, Momčilović will provide unique insights and strategies.

Stefan Müller-Nedebock , Director of Global Clients at UNIVERSUM (part of the StepStone Group and the Axel Springer family), a global company specializing in employer branding and labor market research, will reveal to you the secrets of attracting talent in 2025, and share trends in the talent market.

Blanka Lasić , experienced human resource management consultant, business coach, social skills coach, facilitator, lecturer and speaker. With extensive experience in leading people and organizations, Blanka will share her insights and methods for unlocking the potential of individuals and teams. Special emphasis is placed on the topic of change management in uncertain times.

Prof. dr.  Almir Maljević , university professor and entrepreneur, whose works have been published in several foreign languages, will speak on the topic: “Well-being as a priority: Tactical guide for HR leaders and managers”. In the segment of “corporate well-being”, this speaker, with his PFHSC team, has been intensively cooperating with the most desirable employers in Bosnia and Herzegovina for five years.

In a world where the job market is increasingly global and talent is increasingly mobile, conference attendees will also gain insight into how companies can adapt their HR strategies to attract and retain top talent, regardless of their location. Mersiha Mima Mehić , general director of Kolektiv/MojPosao.ba, will speak more about this topic. 

In addition to prominent speakers, the conference will also host numerous regional experts who will share their knowledge and experience in the field of human resources through expert workshops and inspiring panels.

Awards for the Best HR Practice in Bosnia and Herzegovina!

We especially highlight the part of the conference dedicated to the best HR practices in Bosnia and Herzegovina. The five best-rated projects by the jury will be presented to the audience of the DRIVE conference, and the goal is to recognize and reward the best HR practices, and to motivate companies to introduce positive changes.

Still haven’t secured your place at the conference?

Find out more about the program and registration at  www.drive.ba .

Exclusive sponsor of the conference:  Sparkasse Bank .

Official vehicle of the conference:  Toyota .

Official water of the conference:  Olympia .

Conference sponsors:  UNFPA ,  NELT ,  BH Telecom ,  EOS Matrix ,  Complex ,  Nostro .

Professional partners:  PFHSC ,  Yellow Brick .

General media sponsors of the conference :  N1 ,  RSG and Antena radio ,  Business Magazine ,  radiosarajevo.ba ,  Akta.ba

Media partners:  Beauty&Health ,  PIT.ba ,  Dnevni Avaz ,  Manager.ba .

Friends of the conference:  Woman.Comm ,  HRM association ,  Bravaria Industrial Marketing ,  USAID .

Source: akta.ba