Anela Šabanagič Starost
Meet Anela Sabanagić Starost: The Woman Redefining Tech in Bosnia and Herzegovina
Anela Sabanagić Starost is a woman of many firsts. She is the first female CEO of a tech company in Bosnia and Herzegovina, and the first woman to lead a tech company to an exit in the country. She is also the co-founder of Code Scouts, a non-profit organization that teaches coding to children and young adults. But beyond her impressive resume, Starost is a passionate advocate for women in tech and a role model for young people in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Starost's journey into tech began at a young age. She was always fascinated by computers and technology, and she loved taking things apart to see how they worked. When she was 16, she started her first business, a web design company. After graduating from university with a degree in computer science, she worked as a software developer for several years before co-founding her own tech company, CodeMill, in 2013.
CodeMill: A Success Story
CodeMill is a software development company that specializes in mobile and web applications. Under Starost's leadership, the company has grown rapidly and has become one of the leading tech companies in Bosnia and Herzegovina. In 2019, CodeMill was acquired by a US-based company, marking a major milestone for the Bosnian tech industry.
Starost's success as a tech entrepreneur has not gone unnoticed. She has been recognized by numerous organizations for her work, including the European Commission, the World Bank, and the United Nations. She has also been featured in several international publications, including Forbes and The New York Times.
Code Scouts: Inspiring the Next Generation
In addition to her work as a tech entrepreneur, Starost is also passionate about giving back to her community. In 2015, she co-founded Code Scouts, a non-profit organization that teaches coding to children and young adults. The organization's mission is to inspire the next generation of tech leaders in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Code Scouts offers a variety of programs, including coding classes, workshops, and hackathons. The organization also works with schools and universities to integrate coding into their curricula. To date, Code Scouts has reached over 5,000 children and young adults in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
A Role Model for Women and Girls
Starost is a role model for women and girls in Bosnia and Herzegovina and around the world. She is a successful tech entrepreneur, a passionate advocate for women in tech, and a dedicated mentor to young people. Her story is an inspiration to anyone who dreams of making a difference in the world.
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