Zoran

Zoran is 58 years old and has been an entrepreneur since 1989. He serves as the head of the Hunting Association of Ponisavlje and is a member of the Board of Directors of the Hunting Association of Serbia. In addition to his role as a hunter, he is a goodwill ambassador working on wildlife conservation and the enhancement of hunting grounds in Serbia.

The Serbia that Zoran envisions for the future is a well-organized country that is a member of the European Union. ‘I would like to live in a state governed by the rule of law. We need to improve our judiciary, education system, and healthcare system, as these are the most vital institutions for the people of a country. I also hope Serbia becomes an EU member, primarily because it would ensure the enforcement of laws. Laws are meaningless if they exist only on paper without proper implementation.’

Having traveled to various regions of Serbia and other parts of the world, he takes great pride in his national identity. ‘First and foremost, I am immensely proud of Serbia because I am a Serb, and I love my country. I have always loved to travel and was proud of my country regardless of others’ opinions or comments. Geographically, Serbia is a stunning country with numerous rivers, lakes, and mountains.’

One of Serbia’s downsides is that its natural beauty hasn’t been adequately promoted for tourism. ‘We haven’t fully capitalized on Serbia’s exceptional natural beauty. With a bit of effort and effective media promotion, we could develop tourism and derive profit from it.’

Another challenge is Serbia’s failure to foster entrepreneurship. ‘Nothing and no one can stifle entrepreneurial spirit; however, better regulations might encourage it. I believe that improvements lie in changing working conditions. While the state doesn’t actively hinder entrepreneurship, it could provide greater positive influence through subsidies or other types of incentives.’

Zoran is known for his straightforwardness in discussions, always sticking to plain facts without distortion. Furthermore, he is highly cooperative, particularly in matters related to hunting, earning widespread praise for his collaborative nature.