IMPAKT DAYS 2026 - Global Entreprenuship Week Bosnia and Herzegovina

IMPAKT DAYS 2026 – Five Cities. One Week. One Entrepreneurial Future.

16–20 November 2026 | Bosnia and Herzegovina

IMPAKT DAYS 2026 is a nationwide entrepreneurship initiative organised by Investment Foundation Impakt as part of Global Entrepreneurship Week (GEW), bringing together aspiring entrepreneurs, startups, established businesses, young people, educational institutions, policymakers and development partners across Bosnia and Herzegovina.

As the official national partner of the Global Entrepreneurship Network (GEN) for GEW 2026 in Bosnia and Herzegovina, IMPAKT is launching the first edition of IMPAKT DAYS to inspire entrepreneurial thinking, strengthen local entrepreneurship ecosystems and create opportunities for meaningful collaboration.

Five cities. Five themes. One shared mission: to turn entrepreneurial potential into sustainable economic opportunities.

Programme Highlights

The initiative features five events across Bosnia and Herzegovina, each addressing a specific dimension of entrepreneurship:

  • 16 November | Tuzla – START: Inspiring young people and aspiring entrepreneurs to explore entrepreneurship, develop business ideas and take their first steps towards starting a business.
  • 17 November | Kreševo – SKILLS: Connecting education and business through entrepreneurial skills development, practical learning and dialogue on the competencies needed in today's economy.
  • 18 November | Istočno Sarajevo – IMPACT: Exploring how entrepreneurship, innovation and cooperation between young people, educational institutions and businesses can generate positive economic and social impact.
  • 19 November | Ljubuški – GROW: Supporting women entrepreneurs and local SMEs through knowledge sharing, business development insights and opportunities for professional connections.
  • 20 November | Sarajevo – CONNECT & IMPAKT AWARDS 2026: A national gathering bringing together entrepreneurs, institutions and development partners to strengthen cooperation, celebrate entrepreneurial achievements and recognise outstanding contributions to entrepreneurship in Bosnia and Herzegovina.

What to Expect

Each local event will feature an inspiring entrepreneurial success story, moderated discussions with entrepreneurs and relevant stakeholders, practical learning sessions and networking opportunities.

Participants will have the opportunity to:

  • Gain practical insights from real entrepreneurial experiences and success stories.
  • Explore opportunities for starting, developing and growing sustainable businesses.
  • Strengthen entrepreneurial skills and discover new approaches to innovation, digital transformation and sustainable business development.
  • Connect with entrepreneurs, mentors, educational institutions, local authorities and potential partners.
  • Share challenges, identify opportunities and contribute to shaping a stronger entrepreneurship ecosystem.

IMPAKT AWARDS 2026

The initiative will conclude in Sarajevo with the inaugural IMPAKT AWARDS, recognising individuals, businesses and communities making an outstanding contribution to entrepreneurship in Bosnia and Herzegovina.

Six award categories will celebrate achievements in social entrepreneurship, emerging businesses, women's entrepreneurship, green entrepreneurship, entrepreneurial leadership and entrepreneurship-friendly local communities.

About the Organiser

Investment Foundation Impakt has been supporting entrepreneurship and local economic development in Bosnia and Herzegovina since 2019. Through its entrepreneurship incubation, acceleration, mentoring and business support programmes, IMPAKT has contributed to the establishment and growth of more than 700 businesses, supported the creation of over 1,000 jobs and worked with more than 60 local communities.

Building on this experience, IMPAKT DAYS 2026 aims to connect local entrepreneurial talent with knowledge, opportunities and partnerships, while strengthening the role of entrepreneurship as a driver of inclusive and sustainable economic development.

Join us in celebrating entrepreneurship, connecting communities and inspiring the next generation of entrepreneurs across Bosnia and Herzegovina. www.impakt.ba

IMPAKT DAYS 2026 – START. SKILLS. IMPACT. GROW. CONNECT.