Representing Kosovo's Tech Future on the International Stage
Hana Qerimi, Co-founder and CEO of StarLabs and Digital School, at Kosovo Business Day 2026, The Hague
Event: Kosovo Business Day 2026 | Location: The Hague, Netherlands | StarLabs · Digital School
At Kosovo Business Day 2026 in The Hague, Hana Qerimi, Co-founder and CEO of StarLabs and Digital School represented Kosovo’s technology sector on an international stage, joining policymakers, investors, and business leaders from both Kosovo and the Netherlands.
A Premier Forum for Kosovo–Netherlands Cooperation
Kosovo Business Day 2026 officially opened in The Hague, bringing together business executives, investors, and institutional representatives to explore strategic opportunities for trade, investment, and economic collaboration between Kosovo and the Netherlands.
The event was formally opened by Mimoza Kusari-Lila, Minister of Industry, Entrepreneurship, Trade and Innovation; Dren Doli, Ambassador of Kosovo to the Netherlands; and Karin Boven, Ambassador of the Netherlands to Kosovo.
Their opening remarks highlighted the importance of strengthening bilateral economic cooperation, promoting investment opportunities, and fostering sustainable partnerships between the two countries.
Hana Qerimi: Giving Kosovo’s Tech Sector a Voice
Among the day’s standout voices was Hana Qerimi, Co-founder and CEO of StarLabs and Digital School. As the leader of Kosovo’s largest software development company and the region’s foremost coding school for children and young adults aged 7 to 18, Hana brought a rare combination of technical expertise and entrepreneurial vision to the stage.
She joined a powerful ICT panel alongside Jelle Hoes, Chief Technology Officer at Buckaroo; Lennart Koetsier, CEO of Multiply and Datafuse; Robert Shala, Co-Founder and Board Member of Sentry Cyber Solutions; and Shpend Lila of Innovation Center Kosovo. Together, the panel delved into the depth of Kosovo’s ICT talent pipeline, the country’s growing position as a premier outsourcing and technology partner, and the critical role that education plays in building the digital economies of tomorrow.
In this panel, Hana’s insights left a lasting impression. A testament to what Kosovo’s tech ecosystem can achieve when vision, hard work, and the right platform come together.
“In today’s environment, the conversation is no longer just about talent shortages—it’s about adaptability and how quickly teams can evolve. From our experience at Digital School and StarLabs, we see that the real advantage of regions like Kosovo lies in their agility: the ability to learn fast, adopt new technologies, and deliver with flexibility. At the same time, AI is fundamentally reshaping how we work. Traditional outsourcing models are becoming less relevant, as value is shifting toward AI-augmented teams that can operate faster, smarter, and with greater efficiency. This is where we see the future—combining strong human potential with intelligent systems to create a new standard of work and global collaboration.”
— Hana Qerimi, Co-founder & CEO, StarLabs & Digital School
Why This Forum Matters for the ICT Sector
The ICT (Information and Communication Technology) panel addressed digital talent, cybersecurity, and outsourcing opportunities between Kosovo and the Netherlands.
Kosovo’s tech sector stands as one of the most dynamic in the Western Balkans — and for good reason. With over 55% of its population under the age of 30, the country possesses a young, ambitious, and fast-growing talent base that is increasingly shaping the global digital landscape. As the Netherlands grapples with significant ICT labor shortages, Kosovo’s highly skilled, English-proficient, and cost-competitive workforce has become an increasingly compelling answer for businesses seeking capable technology partners.
StarLabs stands at the heart of this opportunity. As Kosovo’s leading software development company, StarLabs delivers full-cycle solutions across fintech, e-commerce, education technology, and innovation by building products that meet world-class standards for international clients.
But what truly sets StarLabs apart is its commitment to the pipeline behind the talent.
Through Digital School, we are not simply teaching young people to code but we are preparing the next generation to thrive in an AI-driven world, equipping children and young adults with the tools, mindset, and skills to lead in the industries of tomorrow. Offering coding courses to students aged 8 to 18, Digital School has expanded its presence to more than Slovenia, Germany, the United States, Mexico, and beyond by proving that Kosovo’s approach to tech education is a model the world is paying attention to.
Building What’s Next
Kosovo Business Day 2026 reinforced what StarLabs and Digital School have long believed that Kosovo’s technology sector is not a future promise, but a present reality.
With growing FDI (Foreign Direct Investment) inflows, an improving sovereign credit rating, and a government actively promoting ICT (Information and Communication Technology) on the international stage, the conditions for Kosovo–Netherlands technology partnerships have never been stronger.
Hana Qerimi’s presence at this forum demonstrates that StarLabs and Digital School are not just participating in Kosovo’s tech story they are helping to write it.
