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Episode 158: Vuk Velebit, Pupin Initiative, Belgrade, Serbia

Episode 158: Vuk Velebit, Pupin Initiative, Belgrade, Serbia

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 Vuk Velebit is the co-founder and executive director of the Pupin Initiative, which has become the hub for bolstering US-Serbia ties, doing so through collaborative and non-partisan efforts and policies. The Pupin Initiative was established with the same values that renowned Serbian-American scientist and inventor Mihajlo (Michael) Pupin espoused over 100 years ago. They bring together young entrepreneurs, cross-field experts, and value creators from both the United States and Serbia, focus on creating impactful networks through a bottom-up approach, and provide an authentic understanding of local contexts. The Pupin Initiative is privately funded to ensure commitment and efficiency, and to surpass any bureaucratic shortcomings. Vuk Velebit is a leading new-generation political analyst, renowned for his expertise in foreign and security policy, media analysis, and political strategy. You can also watch this episode on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/5qvATL-79q8 You can learn more about the Pupin Initiative at: https://pupin.org Follow the Agents of Innovation podcast on: Instagram: / innovationradio Twitter: / agentinnovation Facebook: / agentsofinnovationpodcast You can support this podcast and our Fearless Journeys community on our Patreon account: www.patreon.com/fearlessjourneys You can also join our network -- and our group trips -- through the Fearless Journeys community at: https://www.fearlessjourneys.org 0:00 Episode Intro 1:55 Introduction of Vuk Velebit 3:52 Why the Pupin Initiative? 5:55 Who was Michael Pupin? 10:28 Serbia's dynamic geographic location 14:06 U.S. companies with hubs in Belgrade 16:08 Serbia's startup ecosystem & US trade partnership 17:00 High-skilled tech talent 18:16 Why most Serbians speak English 24:05 Real Estate Investment in Belgrade waterfront 28:53 The need for internal investment in Serbia 30:43 Serbian economy and access to international markets 37:15 Serbian Dinar a very sound currency 37:50 Visiting Belgrade & learning its history 43:40 U.S. Presidential visits to Serbia 46:38 Connecting Belgrade and Miami 48:45 The affect of Russia, Ukraine, and Israel on Serbia 51:48 Serbian Orthodox Church & rich history in Belgrade 54:25 Events and Activities of the Pupin Initiative 58:01 Meeting with decision makers in Washington DC 1:01:06 The future of Serbia and U.S.-Serbia relations

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