Diaspora, Cybersecurity & Inclusive Investment
The Tirana stop of the ALBAN Global Roadshow 2025 highlights Albania’s role as a bridge between diaspora expertise, inclusive investment, and global innovation.
As part of the Plug&Play Expo conference, this edition brings together diaspora leaders, angel investors, and ecosystem builders to discuss how Albania can position itself as a regional hub for cybersecurity, impact entrepreneurship, and cross-border collaboration.
With international voices from Switzerland, Norway, and Italy, alongside Albania’s rising startup talent, this stop will foster new connections and co-investment opportunities between local founders and global investors.
🎤 Featured Panel (1h)
“Diaspora, Cybersecurity & Inclusive Investment: Building Albania’s Next Frontier”
Rudi Wynen de Batz — Investor & Strategic Leader in Technology, Cybersecurity, and Sustainable Innovation
Fulvia Nannini – Italy Country Manager, ALBAN Global; Business Angel (Italy) | Open innovation & empowerment advisor
Anila (Hyka) Smørgrav - Program and engagement direcor Orange, Director at Germin
Rio Sherri - Founder at Axiom Breach
Moderator: ALBAN Global
🌐 Why Tirana?
Diaspora Expertise: Albania’s diaspora bridges world-class expertise with local opportunities.
Cybersecurity Growth: Positioned at the intersection of EU markets and global demand.
Inclusive Investment: Angel networks and women-led funds are reshaping access to capital.
Regional Hub: Tirana is emerging as a gateway to the Balkans for innovation and investment.
✨ Expected Outcomes
Foster partnerships between Albanian founders and European investors
Strengthen cybersecurity and impact-driven entrepreneurship as Albanian growth sectors
Mobilize the diaspora as active co-creators of Albania’s innovation future
Provide visibility and investor access for Albanian startups
More info on the roadshow: https://www.albanglobal.com/roadshow2025