Mostar Supplier Connect 2024:
Gateway to Global Buyers
6 international buying companies (total turnover of 25 billion EUR) are attending the event.

InterConnect Conference 2024 - Mostar

Mostar Supplier Connect: Gateway to Global Buyers
oin us in Mostar, for the first edition of Mostar Supplier Connect, tailored to the uprising, export-committed economy of Bosnia & Hercegovina. It is designed for the sectors Metal Forming, Plastics and Machinery and brings the executive team of six international, buying companies, coming with a precise nearshoring strategy.
The caliber of buying companies and decision-makers attending is truly world-class and unmatched – it has never even come close to being seen in the country before. It's an extraordinary gateway to new opportunities.
Step through this world-class gateway with us – we can’t wait to shape the future of your business together!
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We are honored to welcome Ferdinand Wieland as a keynote speaker at the Interconnect Conference 2024 in Mostar.
As Senior Vice President of Procurement and Supply Management for Automotive Technology, Mr. Wieland brings extensive expertise and leadership in shaping the future of supply chain management.
Mr. Wieland will speak about the precise environment of doing successful business for nearshoring suppliers, now and in the future.

Ferdinand Wieland
Senior Vice President Procurement and Supply Management Automotive Technology
Format of the Event
Our streamlined three-step process maximizes your time and resources. Pre-qualified participants, efficient matchmaking, and in-person site visits facilitate seamless connections and drive tangible results.

Step One: Virtual Matchmaking - Your Gateway to Global Connections
Our intelligent platform matches you with ideal partners, whether you're a buyer seeking innovative solutions or a supplier looking to expand your market reach.

Step Two: Face-to-Face Meetings - Building Stronger Relationships
On the first day of the event, you'll have the opportunity to meet your pre-selected B2B matches in person and discuss opportunities for cooperation.

Step Three: On-Site Visits - A Deeper Dive into Potential Partnerships
On the second day of the event, you'll have the opportunity to visit local suppliers and explore their facilities firsthand.
Day 1 | Wednesday, 4 December | B2B Matchmaking
08:30 – 09:00 | Registration & Media statements |
09:00 – 09:30 | Opening Ceremony Ljiljana Lovrić, Deputy Minister of Foreign Trade and Economic Relations Predrag Ćović, President of the West Herzegovina County Daniel Stinsky, Head of Economics and Development at the German Embassy Matthias Loidold, Managing Director MLE GmbH/Convestenics doo |
09:30 – 10:00 | Keynote Ferdinand Wieland, Senior Vice President Procurement and Supply Management at thyssenkrupp Automotive Technology ‘’Adapting to Today´s Realities and Tomorrow´s Challenges: Partnering with Global Automotive Suppliers” |
10:00 – 10:30 | Panel discussion | Business in the Western Balkans Region Opportunities for International Buying and Regional Selling Companies · Tamir Mostarac, Associate Director, Senior Banker at EBRD; · Ferdinand Wieland, Senior VP Procurement and Supply Management at thyssenkrupp Automotive Technology; · Bogoljub Markovic, Managing Director Convestenics doo/ Amadeus Consulting GmbH), · Edin Izmirlija, Deputy Head of Corporate and SME Sector NLB Banka · Boris Krtalić, Financa.ba representative Moderator: Philipp Meiser, Senior Consultant at Amadeus Consulting |
10:30 – 11:00 | Coffee Break |
11:00 – 13:00 | B2B Matchmaking Sessions | Pre-scheduled one-on-one meetings for buyers and suppliers (120 mins of meetings) |
13:00 – 14:00 | Lunch |
14:00 – 16:30 | B2B Matchmaking Sessions | Pre-scheduled one-on-one meetings for buyers and suppliers (150 mins of meetings) |
16:30 – 16:45 | Closing Remarks |
Day 2 | Thursday, 5 December | Suppliers On-site Visits
08:30 – 10:00 | Company visit I |
10:00 – 10:30 | Travel |
10:30 – 12:00 | Company visit II |
12:00 – 12:30 | Travel |
12:30 – 13:30 | Company visit III |
13:30 – 14:00 | Travel |
14:00 – 15:00 | Company visit IV |
15:00 – 15:30 | Travel |
15:30 – 16:30 | Company visit V |
List of Buying Companies at Mostar Supplier Connect 2024





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Mostar Supplier Connect 2024
About InterConnect
InterConnect is the world’s most intelligent and business-driven B2B matchmaking event, connecting industry leaders and innovators. With a proven track record of success, we’ve hosted three successful editions, and the next two are already on the horizon in 2025 and 2026.
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Convestenics, powered by MLE GmbH (Duesseldorf, Germany), is the leading organizer for impactful business summits in the Western Balkans region, that also offers connected education and consulting services. Convestenics is providing a world class event strategy, planning and organization. USP of Convestenics is their own Executive experience and network, that makes it possible to tailor events with strongest business impact in mind.
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