StartUp Grind Prishtina hosts Edi Demaj

In this session, Edi Demaj, Co-Founder of KODE Labs, shared insights into the journey of building a global smart building software company from the ground up. From humble beginnings in Kosovo to scaling operations across multiple continents, Edi discussed the company’s growth, mission, and future aspirations.

Highlights:

• The Origins of KODE Labs
• Mission and Vision
• Global Reach
• Team and Culture
• Entrepreneurial Insights
• Product Innovation

Key takeaways:

• Sustainable Growth: KODE Labs reinvests into the business to sustain innovation and expansion without relying heavily on external funding.
• Impact Beyond Profit: The company is driven by a mission to elevate Kosovo and Detroit on the global stage, while positively impacting the lives of employees, clients, and communities.
• Channel Partner Strategy: To enhance global adoption, KODE Labs trains system integrators as channel partners, enabling them to implement the platform with localized expertise.
• Future Aspirations: Edi expressed confidence in KODE Labs becoming Kosovo’s first unicorn and a global leader in smart building technology.

Discussion video recorded at Innovation Centre Kosovo (ICK)

Produced by:
Innovation Centre Kosovo (ICK)

Channel:
Innovation Centre Kosovo (ICK)

Date:
March 22, 2023