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TIRANA, ALBANIA – The grand finale of TUNG IDEVE 2025 at EPOKA University showcased the outstanding creativity and problem-solving skills of its students as they presented their innovative and sustainable business ideas! With 11 competing teams, the event culminated in impressive presentations and an exciting awards ceremony, recognizing the most remarkable achievements.

💡 Game-Changing Business Ideas

From cutting-edge technology to sustainable solutions, high school participants introduced ideas with real-world impact:

🌱 EcoBox – Sustainable packaging with reusable food containers.
♻️ FiPlast – Recycling plastic waste into yarn for various products.
🏨 ASES – Capsule hotels for transit passengers at airports.
💰 AIFO – A financial literacy platform supporting savings and investments.
🚜 AgroHope – Empowering rural farmers through education and market access.
📊 CropVisor – Digital tools helping farmers select the best crops for their land.
🤖 Mentara – AI-powered chatbot providing mental health support.
💧 Blu Revive – Water purification technology using biosensors.
🏙 Raising Eagles – Connecting urban businesses with rural development projects.
🐟 Aquaphonics – AI-driven aquaponics systems for sustainable farming.
🔄 BottleBot – Smart recycling machines in supermarkets.

🎓 Scholarship Prizes for Top Performers

In addition to the special awards, the competition provided academic opportunities, with scholarships for bachelor studies in Banking and Finance, Economics, Business Administration, and International Marketing & Logistics Management, for the top four teams:

🥇 1st Place – AIFO: 100% scholarship
🥈 2nd Place – FiPlast: 75% scholarship.
🥉 3rd Place – CropVisor: 50% scholarship.
🏅 4th Place – Mentara: 25% scholarship.

🌱 Epoka Sustainability Prizes

🥇 1st Place 250 Euro – Aquaphonics
🥈 2nd Place 150 Euro – CropVisor
🥉 3rd Place 100 Euro – AgroHope
 

🏆 Award Winners & Recognitions

Each team received a motivational award based on their unique strengths:

✨ Best Innovative Idea Award – Blu Revive
🌍 Most Impactful Idea Award – Mentara
📈 Market Mastery Award – Raising Eagles
🎤 Best Presentation Award – FiPlast
💡 Most Feasible Idea Award – BottleBot
🎨 Most Creative Solution Award – ASES
📚 Best Research-Backed Idea Award – CropVisor
🚀 Rising Star Award – AgroHope
🤝 Team Collaboration Excellence Award – EcoBox
🔬 Prototype Excellence Award – Aquaphonic
📊 Best Business Model Award – AIFO

🚀 A Platform for Future Entrepreneurs

TUNG IDEVE 2025 was more than just a competition – it was a testament to EPOKA University's commitment to fostering entrepreneurship and innovation. The event provided students with the opportunity to merge creativity with real-world business applications, gaining valuable experience in problem-solving, teamwork, and market analysis.

We extend our deepest gratitude to the Faculty of Economics and Administrative Sciences, Innovators Student Club, Potsdam University Startup Service, and the Embassy of the Netherlands in Albania for organizing and supporting TUNG IDEVE 2025.

A heartfelt thank you to Jeroen van den Bosch, CCO of Unknown Group, for inspiring our students with invaluable insights on entrepreneurship and pitching, empowering the next generation of innovators. 🚀

We also appreciate the generous support of Kastrati Group, Intesa Sanpaolo Bank of Albania, Teoren, and Integral Educational Programs, as well as the dedication of all jury members for their valuable contributions.

🙏 A special thank you to:
Mr. Jeroen van den Bosch – Jury Chair, CCO at Unknown Group

Prof. Dr. Ahmet Öztaş – Rector, EPOKA University

Mr. Fiqiret Muhja – Chair of the Administrative Board, EPOKA University

Dr. Diana Leka – Secretary General, Albania Investment Council

Mr. Neritan Mullaj – Executive Director, American Chamber of Commerce

Mr. Bledar Mankollari – Managing Director, German Association of Industry and Trade in Albania

Ms. Eda Husa – Head of ESG, Intesa Sanpaolo Bank

Mr. Genci Biçoku – Senior Business Development Manager, Kastrati Group

Prof. Dr. Osman Nuri Aras – Professor of International Business, EPOKA University

Mr. Davide Barbieri – Tech Entrepreneur, eCommerce Founder, Ex Google

Ms. Najada Kılıç– Administrative Board Member, EPOKA University

Dr. Esmir Demaj – Administrator, EPOKA University

Mr. Franc Arapi – Marketing Specialist, Integral Education

Mr. Olgert Balla – Digital Marketing Specialist, Teoren

Lastly, a special thank you to all the staff and students who played a key role in making this event a success. Your hard work and commitment made TUNG IDEVE 2025 an unforgettable experience! 👏

See you at the next edition of TUNG IDEVE!