• Current Role: Project Manager at STIKK 
• Responsibilities: Acceleration and support to startups. Prior to this, worked as a Project Manager with CREATE Foundation, where he managed the project “The European Union, Innovation & Media partnership for Action, Collaboration, and Transformation in the Western Balkans” (EU-IMPACT) funded by the European Union.
• Skills: Workflow Management, Agile Project Management, Project Management
• Additional Experience: Program Manager at CREATE Foundation Kosovo 
• Location: Pristina, Kosovo

Current Position: Journalist at RTK – Director of RTK2

Previous experience: Editor at RTK

Professional Background: Aleksandra has decades of experience in journalism. She has worked with various local radio stations and has been with Kosovo’s public service broadcaster. Her work emphasizes fostering trust among Kosovo’s diverse communities.

Recent Advocacy: In February 2025, Aleksandra raised concerns about the challenging situation of RTK2, highlighting issues such as staff reductions and potential impacts on program quality. She addressed these concerns in a letter to RTK leadership and various international and domestic representatives.

Current Position: Chief Development Officer at RIT Kosovo (A.U.K) 

Brigadier General (Ret.) Xhavit Gashi has had a distinguished career in both military and diplomatic arenas, significantly contributing to Kosovo’s development and international relations.

Early Life and Education

Born in 1973 in Studenicë, Municipality of Istog, Kosovo, Gashi pursued higher education at the University of Prishtina, earning a Bachelor’s degree in English Language and Literature. He furthered his studies with a Master’s in Strategic Studies from the U.S. Army War College.

Military and Diplomatic Career

Gashi’s career encompasses over two decades of service:

• Kosovo Liberation Army (KLA): During the late 1990s, he served as a commander of a KLA platoon known as the “Illyrian Wolves,” reflecting his active involvement in Kosovo’s struggle for independence.
• Kosovo Security Force (KSF): He played a pivotal role in the establishment and development of the KSF, focusing on security sector reform and capacity building.
• Defense Attaché to the USA: Gashi was appointed as Kosovo’s first Security and Defense Attaché in Washington, D.C., strengthening military and defense relations between Kosovo and the United States.
• Consul General in Iowa: He served as the inaugural Consul General at the Consulate of the Republic of Kosovo in Des Moines, Iowa, enhancing diplomatic and economic ties between Kosovo and the state of Iowa.
   

Post-Retirement Engagements

After retiring from military service, Gashi continued his involvement in various capacities:

• RIT Kosovo (A.U.K): In November 2024, he was appointed Director of the Fred Cuny Peace and Conflict Summer Program at RIT Kosovo, contributing to academic initiatives focused on peace and conflict studies.
• Gashi Strategies: He founded Gashi Strategies, a consultancy firm specializing in national security policy development, defense operations, cybersecurity, logistics, procurement, and international collaboration.
• ITBM Group: Gashi is associated with ITBM Group, where he continues to leverage his expertise in defense and security matters.

Professional Affiliations and Recognitions

Throughout his career, Gashi has been affiliated with several prestigious institutions:

• George C. Marshall European Center for Security Studies: He is a co-founder of the Kosovo Marshall Centre Alumni Association and has organized conferences in Pristina.
• FBI Citizens Academy: His participation in this program reflects his commitment to enhancing law enforcement collaboration.
• United States Army War College: His academic achievements here underscore his strategic military expertise. 

Current Position: Director of Logistics at Viva Fresh Store

Current Position: 

• Human Resource Manager & Operations Assistant at Visiar HealthCare

Education

• FAMA University
  • Degree: Bachelor’s in Psychology

Volunteering

• Akropoli i Ri – Prishtinë
  • Role: Coordinator, Event Organizer, & Lecturer

Visiar HealthCare 

A consultancy firm specializing in healthcare IT systems, dedicated to enhancing the efficiency of healthcare processes for both patients and providers. Established in 2021, the company operates primarily in Amsterdam, Netherlands, with additional offices in Prishtina, Kosovo.

Services and Approach

Visiar HealthCare offers consultancy, project management, and support services at the intersection of healthcare and IT. Their consultants work closely with healthcare professionals to optimize the use of ICT, ensuring that patients receive the necessary care. This involves understanding the specific needs of healthcare providers and equipping them with appropriate tools, fostering collaboration, and embracing diverse perspectives.

Company Culture and Values

The organization prides itself on a team of young, enthusiastic professionals who are passionate about contributing to the healthcare sector. Visiar HealthCare emphasizes personal development, offering opportunities for individuals to explore and grow in their roles. The company fosters a supportive environment where knowledge sharing and teamwork are prioritized, aiming to make a significant impact on healthcare through innovative solutions.

Locations

• Amsterdam, Netherlands (Headquarters): Johan Huizingalaan 763a, 1066 VH
• Prishtina, Kosovo: Lagja Pejton, Rr. Sejdi Kryeziu 64, 1000

Current Role: Project Manager at Digital School

Company Overview: Digital School offers digital education programs aimed at empowering students with skills in programming, technology, and career development.

Key Project: Managing the USAID Private Sector-Led Workforce Development Activity, which focuses on curriculum development, training 100 students, and providing internships.

Previous Role: Programming Instructor at Digital School

Expertise: Project management, programming instruction, and workforce development.

Education: Master’s in Computer Science ; Bachelor’s in Financial Mathematics. 

Current Role: Field Project Coordinator at Edutask 

Key Experience: Project planning, risk management, and team coordination

EDUTASK is an education services, know- how and technology solutions organization. EDUTASK works with schools, municipalities, and NGO-s to empower students, teachers, schools, and communities.

http://www.edu-task.com

Profession: Project Management Specialist at FINCA Kosova 

Previous Roles: Team Leader and Client Adviser at ILLYRIA SH.A., Cashier at Albania American Hospital, and ETC ELKOS Group.

Education: Bachelor’s in Economy, Management, and Information from Universiteti i Prishtines 

Skills: Extensive experience in project management, client advising, and team leadership in finance and healthcare sectors.

Programi mikro-financiar i FINCA-s në Kosovë filloi në shkurt të vitit 2000 me fonde dhe mbështetje nga USAID. Fillimisht, FINCA Kosovë themeloi selinë e saj në Prizren, e më pas, në nëntor 2008, zhvendosi selinë e saj në Prishtinë.

Profession: Project Manager and Research & Development Expert at LuxDev.

Skills: International project management, finance, negotiation, business planning, and strategic planning.

Education:

• MBA from the University of Sheffield.
• Currently pursuing a PhD in Economics at the University of Ljubljana.

LuxDev is the Luxembourg Development Cooperation Agency. Our mission is to actively participate in the implementation of the development cooperation policy of the Luxembourg government, which focusses on poverty eradication and sustainable development in its social, economic and environmental aspects. As an agency of the Luxembourg government, LuxDev can be seen as the essential instrument by which the country expresses its international solidarity.