Agency for Economic Development “PRVI KORAK” d.o.o. Konjic
Musala 1, Konjic 88400, Bosnia and Herzegovina
Ajla Greda, Director
prvikorakkonjic@gmail.com
Introduction
The Agency for Economic Development “PRVI KORAK” Konjic was established to support economic growth and entrepreneurship in the City of Konjic. As a local development agency, it provides advisory services, training and support to businesses, entrepreneurs and start-ups, while promoting investment and private sector development. The Agency is actively engaged in project preparation and implementation, partnership building and initiatives that strengthen employment, innovation and sustainable local development. Through its work, PRVI KORAK contributes to creating favourable conditions for inclusive economic growth and improved development opportunities for the local community.
Thematic relevance
The Agency for Economic Development “PRVI KORAK” Konjic is thematically relevant because it links local entrepreneurship with place-based tourism and cultural heritage promotion. It supports SMEs, artisans and local producers through advisory services, project development and partnership building, and leads destination marketing through the Welcome to Konjic tourism cluster. Through activities such as training tourist guides, promoting local products and services, and participation in fairs and events, the Agency helps translate authentic craft-based heritage into market-ready tourism offers. Its work strengthens the visibility, valorisation and sustainable use of cultural heritage crafts, contributing to regional cooperation and shared identity across the region and beyond.