The Association of Entrepreneurs of Velika Kladuša has promoted the third edition of the Business Guide 2025. The promotion was held at the Association’s premises, attended by numerous members, representatives of the municipal administration, and guests.
History of the Business Guide
The first edition of the Business Guide was published in 2008 and contained basic information about business entities in the municipality of Velika Kladuša. The second edition followed in 2018, and the third, significantly expanded and updated, was published in 2025.
Publication Timeline
| Edition | Year | Number of Companies |
|---|---|---|
| 1st edition | 2008 | 150 |
| 2nd edition | 2018 | 350 |
| 3rd edition | 2025 | 500+ |
Contents of the Business Guide 2025
The new Business Guide contains:
- Register of business entities – over 500 companies and crafts from the Velika Kladuša area
- Classification of activities – companies sorted by activity for easier navigation
- Contact information – addresses, phones, emails, and websites of entrepreneurs
- Information about institutions – useful contacts of municipal and cantonal institutions
- Business resources – banks, post offices, public enterprises, and other institutions
Importance for the Local Economy
The Business Guide has multiple benefits for the local business community:
- Entrepreneur networking – enables easier connection and cooperation between businesses
- Promotion of local economy – presents the capacities and potentials of Velika Kladuša
- Accessibility of information – all relevant data about business entities in one place
- Support for new entrepreneurs – facilitates navigation in the local business environment
Promotion Plans
The President of the Association of Entrepreneurs announced plans for promoting the Business Guide beyond the municipal borders. Distribution of the guide to chambers of commerce and institutions in the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina is planned, with the aim of:
- Promoting the economic potential of Velika Kladuša in the wider region
- Establishing new business contacts and collaborations
- Attracting investors from other parts of BiH and abroad
- Affirming Velika Kladuša as a desirable business destination
Institutional Support
The Municipality of Velika Kladuša provided support in the creation and printing of the Business Guide. Mayor Boris Horvat emphasized that the municipality will continue to support such projects that contribute to the promotion of the local economy and networking of entrepreneurs.
The Business Guide 2025 is available in printed form at the premises of the Association of Entrepreneurs of Velika Kladuša, and a digital version is planned that will be available on the Association’s website.