LEAD Up

About LEAD Up

A podcast dedicated to the voice of young professionals aiming to contribute to a better tomorrow. An initiative of LEAD Albania fellows and alumni supported by the Albanian-American Development Foundation. Hosts: Eno Muja - Partner/Attorney at Muja Law & LEAD Alumni Sokol Ymeri - Computer Engineer & Program Manager at the AADF

Publisher

LEAD Up

Category

society & culture

Language

sq

Explicit

No

First episode

1 Mar 2023

Latest episode

25 Apr 2023

Latest episodes

7 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   25 Apr 2023

   Technology & Innovation

   This episode is dedicated to the latest developments in technology worldwide and in Albania. With the help of our guests, we will try to explore the latest technologies, their role in our society, and how innovation is an important vehicle for economic development. Episode guests: ⁠Enio Jaço (https://www.linkedin.com/in/eniojaco) - CEO of CBS Creative Business Solutions and President of AmCham in Albania ⁠⁠Shqipe Berisha⁠ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/shqipe-berisha-3644479/) - General Manager at TUMO Tirana Center for Creative Technologies ⁠Genti Selenica (https://www.linkedin.com/in/gentiselenica/) - CEO and Founder at Baboon Delivery | co-Founder MEXT ⁠Kreshnik Skënderi (https://www.linkedin.com/in/kreshnik-skenderi-1805905b/) - Managing Partner at BTech ⁠ChatGPT (https://chat.openai.com/) Hosts: ⁠⁠Eno Muja⁠⁠ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/ACoAACKGe-0BykmH7yqE9ll0xx9MnLzIqWEacic) ⁠⁠Sokol Ymeri⁠ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/ACoAAAMm8RcBW-dQAfC_2PFxicMzRYcQ7RTOsNA)

2. 

   7 Apr 2023

   Tourism

   "Tourism is a social, cultural, and economic phenomenon which entails the movement of people to countries or places outside their usual environment for personal or business/professional purposes." Definition of tourism by the World Tourism Organization In this episode, our guest will talk about tourism and several initiatives in Albania to support the growth of this sector in a consistent and sustainable way. Episode guests: Herida Duro - Director of Tourism Programs Development, Ministry of Tourism and Environment ⁠⁠⁠Dhurata Gazulli - Sustainable Tourism Advisor (SRD) at GIZ Albania ⁠⁠Sofjola Kotelli – Leader Tourism Component (SRD) at GIZ Albania ⁠⁠Dhurata Thanasi - Founder of "Silver Spoon", Senior Consultant at FAO Hosts: ⁠⁠⁠Eno Muja⁠⁠⁠ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/ACoAACKGe-0BykmH7yqE9ll0xx9MnLzIqWEacic) ⁠⁠⁠Sokol Ymeri⁠⁠ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/ACoAAAMm8RcBW-dQAfC_2PFxicMzRYcQ7RTOsNA)

3. 

   30 Mar 2023

   Women in Leadership

   In this inspiring episode of LEAD Up, we celebrate Women in Leadership by exploring their unique journeys to success. Listen as we engage with remarkable women from diverse backgrounds, who share their experiences of climbing the social ladder and breaking through glass ceilings. Together, we'll discuss how societal attitudes towards women in leadership have evolved within Albanian society and the challenges that still remain. Don't miss this special episode, featuring Ines Stasa, an insightful co-host who brings her own perspective to the conversation. Tune in and be inspired! Episode guests: ⁠Fabiola Duro (https://www.linkedin.com/in/fabioladuro/)⁠ - Founder of @INNVEST | @IMAA ⁠⁠Klodiana Beshku⁠ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/klodiana-beshku-ph-d-7a88b6a) - Ph.D. Lecturer at the University of Tirana and Member of Tirana City Council ⁠Ardita Bufaj (https://www.instagram.com/arditabufaj/?hl=en) - Pianist and Lecturer at the University of Arts ⁠Albana Karapanço (https://www.linkedin.com/in/albana-karapan%C3%A7o) - Senior Legal Associate at PwC and Chair of the Regulatory, Legal & IPR Committee at the AmCham Albania Joana Dhiamandi⁠ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/joana-dhiamandi-31807b56) - Architect, Founder of Dhiamandi Studio, and Co-Founder of WeWomen Organization Hosts: Ines Stasa (https://www.linkedin.com/in/ines-stasa-4830ab1a7/) ⁠⁠Eno Muja⁠⁠ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/ACoAACKGe-0BykmH7yqE9ll0xx9MnLzIqWEacic) ⁠⁠Sokol Ymeri⁠ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/ACoAAAMm8RcBW-dQAfC_2PFxicMzRYcQ7RTOsNA)

4. 

   24 Mar 2023

   Financial Education & Inclusion

   This episode is dedicated to Albania's Financial Education & Inclusion initiatives and their impact so far. We will speak to different actors and hear from our guests about what they are doing and their plans. We will talk with experts and young entrepreneurs to learn about their experiences. Episode guests: Blerina Guga (https://www.linkedin.com/in/blerina-guga-82a71624/) - CEO at Junior Achievement of Albania ⁠Antonio Demiri (https://www.linkedin.com/in/antonio-demiri-a9128a1b4/) - Co-Founder & Designer at Dora Creative Space Altin Tanku (https://www.linkedin.com/in/altin-tanku-1143ab71/) - Director of the Research Department at the Bank of Albania Junida Tafaj (https://www.linkedin.com/in/junida-katroshi-tafaj-4b21a550/) - LEAD Fellow at the Ministry of Finance and Economy Elvis Ponari (https://www.linkedin.com/in/elvis-ponari-mba-msc-57310662/) - CEO of Sigal Uniqa Group Pension Fund Hosts: ⁠Eno Muja⁠ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/ACoAACKGe-0BykmH7yqE9ll0xx9MnLzIqWEacic) ⁠Sokol Ymeri (https://www.linkedin.com/in/ACoAAAMm8RcBW-dQAfC_2PFxicMzRYcQ7RTOsNA)

5. 

   15 Mar 2023

   Internships

   This episode is dedicated to the opportunities for professional internships available to Albanian youths. We will explore different internship models and hear from our guests about what they are doing with their organizations. AADF Internship alumni will share her personal experience in a professional internship in the United States. Episode guests: Jonida Lamaj (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonida-lamaj-b813a249/), Program Manager at the Albanian-American Development Foundation Bora Muzhaqi (https://www.linkedin.com/in/boramuzhaqi/), Minister of State for Youth and Children Anisë Abazi (Kodhelaj) (https://www.linkedin.com/in/abazianis%C3%AB/), Manager, Human Capital Advisory Services and Human Resources at Deloitte Albania and Kosova Loreta Hysa (https://www.linkedin.com/in/loreta-hysa-2b6041bb/), Chief Marketing Officer at WearWorks Hosts: Eno Muja (https://www.linkedin.com/in/ACoAACKGe-0BykmH7yqE9ll0xx9MnLzIqWEacic) Sokol Ymeri (https://www.linkedin.com/in/ACoAAAMm8RcBW-dQAfC_2PFxicMzRYcQ7RTOsNA)

6. 

   8 Mar 2023

   Books

   In this episode, we talk about books and readers with book lovers organizing Book Clubs, well-known writers, and talented young ones. Other guests are the top-rated Bukinist online bookstore manager and a current LEAD fellow presenting LEAD Albania's latest initiative "Let's build a school library". Episode guests: Enrik Keco (https://www.linkedin.com/in/enrik-keco-7889b4102/), Senior Project Coordinator at AADF; Vice President of European Democracy Youth Network; Founder of “Dua Librin” Endri Mykaj (https://www.linkedin.com/in/endrimykaj/), LEAD Book Club organizer; National Researcher at International Monitoring Operation, Justice - Reform (EU Project); Ylljet Aliçkaj (https://www.linkedin.com/in/ylljet-alicka-783ba0108/), Book Author; Former Ambassador of Albania in France; Professor at the Mediterranean University of Albania Kleitia Vaso (https://www.linkedin.com/in/kleitia-vaso-888251221/), Book Author; Ph.D. in Literature; Editor and Translator. Albert Gjoka (https://www.linkedin.com/in/albert-gjoka-b9a15a16/), Project Manager at Bukinisti.al. Armando Bala (https://www.linkedin.com/in/armando-bala-b21b2717a/), current LEAD Fellow at the Ministry of State for Youth and Children. Hosts: Eno Muja (https://www.linkedin.com/in/ACoAACKGe-0BykmH7yqE9ll0xx9MnLzIqWEacic) Sokol Ymeri (https://www.linkedin.com/in/ACoAAAMm8RcBW-dQAfC_2PFxicMzRYcQ7RTOsNA)

7. 

   1 Mar 2023

   LEAD Albania

   LEAD Albania (https://www.aadf.org/project/lead-albania/), a fellowship program similar to the White House Fellows Program, aims to provide gifted young Albanian professionals with first-hand experience governing Albania. Fellows are assigned to senior positions within the Prime Ministry, Office of the President, Ministries, Governing Institutions of the Justice System, and Municipality of Tirana. The Fellowship experience is supported by an educational component where Fellows participate in seminars on European integration, public policy, decision-making, foreign policy, security policy, leadership, and soft skills development. The program envisions that Fellows will not only learn in their positions but also contribute significantly to the host institutions' productivity, efficiency, and innovativeness. Episode guests: Alda Shabani (https://www.linkedin.com/in/alda-shabani-5a7996168/), LEAD project manager presents the program to our audience. Ines Stasa (https://www.linkedin.com/in/ines-stasa-4830ab1a7/), LEAD Fellow at the Municipality of Tirana shares her experience. Dorina Patuzi (https://www.linkedin.com/in/dorina-patuzi-775367a1/), LEAD Fellow at the Ministry of Tourism and Environment. Julinda Mansaku (https://www.linkedin.com/in/julinda-mansaku-00315972/), LEAD Alumni Class II former Fellow at the Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure. Rodon Miraj (https://www.linkedin.com/in/rodon-miraj-08232162/), LEAD Alumni Class VII former Fellow at the Ministry of Infrastructure and Energy. Hosts: Eno Muja (https://www.linkedin.com/in/ACoAACKGe-0BykmH7yqE9ll0xx9MnLzIqWEacic) Sokol Ymeri (https://www.linkedin.com/in/ACoAAAMm8RcBW-dQAfC_2PFxicMzRYcQ7RTOsNA)

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