PROFILE OF THE ENTREPRENEURS
NEW ENTREPRENEUR
Kadriye Sevgin Güngör
HOST ENTREPRENEUR
Aslıhan Sultan Aksu
DURATION: 3 months (from 23/10/2023 to 21/01/2024)
INTERMEDIARY ORGANIZATION OF THE NEW ENTREPRENEUR: ATO
PRESENTATION OF THE EXCHANGE
NE: description of activities, objectives reached, and outputs
Sevgin Güngör (NE) and Aslıhan Sultan Aksu (HE) collaborated in Bosnia and Herzegovina to align their business objectives through a mutually beneficial exchange. NE, an aspiring entrepreneur, explored the local market for operating an event space with an arts and crafts shop featuring products from Eastern Europe. Through the partnership, NE gained valuable insights into opening and running a business, including logistics, social media marketing, and event planning. NE's efforts helped HE expand her product offerings, improve her store’s visibility, and make connections for potential future expansion. Both parties benefited from shared experiences, with NE learning practical business management and networking, while HE received fresh ideas for running her store and boosting sales. Their collaboration laid the groundwork for an upcoming spring marketing event aimed at increasing HE’s store visibility in Sarajevo.
QUOTES
Entrepreneurship is a journey filled with challenges that lead to growth. Stay curious, embrace learning, and don’t fear failure—it’s part of the process. Let your passion guide you, and remember that success comes with resilience and adaptability. Stay focused, surround yourself with supportive people, and keep believing in your vision. Best of luck on your journey!
Kadriye Sevgin Güngör • New Entrepreneur
