SME100 Expo 2024, held on October 18, 2024, in Čačak, under the slogan ‘A New Growth Agenda for SMEs’ brought together 350 participants, including over 100 leading domestic small and medium enterprises, representatives from more than 20 key national and international institutions, as well as numerous members of the financial sector, aiming to further improve the business environment for Serbian SMEs.

The event, organized by CEVES and the Čačak Science and Technology Park, showcased successful family-owned businesses that make significant contributions to their communities. Panels covered topics from overcoming market challenges to accessing financial support, emphasizing SMEs as key economic drivers in Serbia.

With exhibitions, panel discussions, hard-talk sessions, and awards for the Super Champions — the best among Serbia’s top small and medium enterprises — SME100 Expo, for the third consecutive year, confirmed the growth potential and resilience of Serbia’s SME sector in an ever-changing global economy, while also reminding policymakers of initiatives that could enable even faster and stronger growth in this sector.

Find conclusions and a brief overview of the event here.