Wise innovations for the triple bottom line
Our mission is to sit with you on the same side of the table. Our passion is to design and implement innovations and projects that intrigue the mind, fill the heart, strengthen the hands and light up the face with a smile and pride.
Our vision is to be a global leader of the wisdom society and economy.
Together with you, we create projects, products and ecosystems that connect, restore and support people, the economy, community and nature.
1990.-2000.
Vision of a Global Wise Development Ecosystem
The company Genesis and the non-profit organisation E Cubed were established. Innovative events and education programs for leaders, institutions, universities, cities, technology companies, experts, children, and youth were launched. The first wise co-working hub and eco-social-economic innovation ecosystem in Croatia and beyond was created, nurturing today’s internationally recognised leaders of the local tech community.
2000.-2010.
Launch of Integrated Development Projects
Eupolis Group was founded as a public-private partnership alongside the non-profit organisation Healthy City to develop and finance integrated projects, education, and consulting. Programs and projects worth over 40 million EUR were implemented. Awards and recognition were received for best project, organisation, scientific collaboration, and EU practice. Solutions have been replicated nationally and internationally, and participants of the educational programs are now awarded EU leaders in the eco-social economy.
2010.-2020.
Establishment of a Wise Development and Innovation Ecosystem
Innovative, agile, integrated development and regeneration plans, along with infrastructure and “soft” projects, were implemented. The EU and other international bodies supported the projects, with a total value exceeding 60 million EUR. Many are now recognised nationally and internationally as examples of best practices. A regional and national support system for eco-social innovation and development was established, which is now an active co-creator within European and global networks. Foundations for a global innovation ecosystem were created.
2020. - today
Developing an ecosystem of agile, integrated strategic projects
Research, development, and fundraising for global strategic projects, programs, and innovations for the public and private sectors. These programs and projects are transformed into globally scalable super brands and ecosystems to develop today’s most advanced eco-socioeconomic and technological innovations. Implemented or launched integrated projects with a total value of more than EUR 60 million, and the total value of strategic programs and projects in preparation is more than EUR 400 million. Cooperation was initiated with the most progressive cities, regions, companies, universities, leaders, experts, and investors.
Our team is always here to assist you.
Ranko Milic
founder, CEO and President of the Board
A visionary leader who identifies and activates untapped potential in individuals, organizations, and communities—often beyond what they see in themselves. A driving force behind strategic initiatives that turn challenges into opportunities. Passionate about creating and nurturing social, economic, technological, and natural ecosystems. When not working, he enjoys balancing a peeled tennis ball above the sea at Bačvice beach.
CONTACT
ranko.milic@eupolisgrupa.hr
Kristian Saric
Junior Advisor for Project Preparation and Implementation
An agronomist, trainer, athlete, and founder of a local cultural heritage association, as well as a long-time collaborator on projects financed by European Structural Funds. He specializes in sustainable tourism and transport infrastructure, fostering strong relationships with clients and associates. Passionate about fieldwork and engaging with clients, partners, and collaborators, he thrives in hands-on environments. The only challenge he dislikes? Filming hiking and cycling trails with our active tourism team while trying to keep up with EuroVelo champions on a bike.
CONTACT
kristian.saric@eupolisgrupa.hr
Momir Dragisic
member of the Directorate for Strategic Development and Innovation
A wizard of marketing, digital transformation, and business innovation. An advisor in agile research, development, and innovation across systems, products, services, and business models. A co-creator of the sixth discipline and evolutionary processes rooted in ecosystems and digital platforms. Passionate about exploring the synergy between people, organizations, and technologies. A sparring partner for perspective-shifting brainstorms.
CONTACT
momir.d@eupolisgrupa.hr
Tino Antonini
Member of the Board for Strategic Consulting, Production and Finance
A master of numbers and processes in organizations, projects, and systems. An advisor in strategic development, investments, products, services, partnerships, and finance. Known for expertise in organizational restructuring and preparing projects for investment, with a passion for people, work, and system optimization. A true enthusiast of quality living—balancing work, rest, and a love for nature, especially still life in the kitchen.
CONTACT
tino.antonini@eupolisgrupa.hr
Vesna Brezovac
advisor for preparation, financing and implementation of projects
An expert in the preparation, financing, and implementation of projects funded by the European Structural Funds and the Interreg program, with extensive experience in the public sector and collaborations in cultural heritage, infrastructure, and social issues. A trusted associate of our Osijek office, who, like others, isn’t from Belišće—but proudly claims her own connection to someone who is.
CONTACT
vesna.brezovac@eupolisgrupa.hr
Randi S. Miller
Senior Partner
A creative and proactive networker with extensive international experience and global connections, who studied systems theory in graduate school; had a career as an attorney; is on the Board of Directors of the World Ethics Organization, and is passionate about ecosystem development and promotion, sustainability, & providing people, businesses, and investors with access to opportunities. Known as an “Opportunitypreneur”, she has a sixth sense for recognising collaboration potential and synergies and a seventh for timing.
Daniel Babic
Head of development and implementation of cluster and partnership ecosystems
Executive Secretary of the cluster system and a key expert in developing ecosystem partner networks. An experienced coordinator of cluster initiatives and projects, and a designer of sustainable business models and value chains, with a strong background in technological and corporate systems. Passionately committed to advancing systems in the agri-food sector. Currently a temporary resident of Zagreb, he dreams of living on a Dalmatian island someday—and really, who wouldn’t?
CONTACT
daniel.babic@eupolisgrupa.hr
Franceska Plestina
office manager
Office manager and organizer of creative events and programs. A Master of Kinesiotherapy, always eager to learn, grow, and connect with people through effective communication and teamwork. With exceptional operational skills, she supports internal teams, clients, and partners. A natural collaborator who thrives in teamwork—skills she honed on the rugby field. Perhaps that’s why no one dares to hold a grudge against her.
CONTACT
franceska.plestina@eupolisgrupa.hr
Damir Cvijanovic
member of the Management Board for relations with strategic clients and partners
Advisor for development, communication, and relationship-building within and outside the organization. An expert in risk management, resilience, and financial systems. A champion of collaborative culture and a catalyst for synergy, connecting and responding to the needs and potential of teams, clients, and partners while fostering trust. Known as the gentle giant from a fairy tale that everyone wants by their side, he often retreats to the outskirts of the city, finding solace in a zeolite mine.
CONTACT
damir.cvijanovic@eupolisgrupa.hr
Niksa Ivic
advisor for the preparation and implementation of investment projects
An expert with extensive experience in managing projects and companies both in Croatia and abroad. A mechanical engineer, innovator, and advisor specializing in development and investment, with a particular focus on projects involving technological and financial components, innovations, as well as those in the construction and real estate sectors.
CONTACT
niksa.ivic@eupolisgrupa.hr
We collaborate with the best
In collaboration with a team of engineers and experts from KENDA, we co-created and facilitated external co-financing for the “Reinventing the Wheel” project. This initiative supports the green and smart transition of one of Europe’s leading factories, ranked among the world’s top 30 tire and wheel manufacturers.
Our collaboration with the city of Split dates back to the very inception of our company. Recognized as experts in innovative public-private-civic partnerships and integrated development solutions, we have co-created and supported the implementation of numerous programs and projects, some of which have become international benchmarks of good practice.
Split-Dalmatia County has been our strategic partner for 15+ years in 20+ initiatives, programs and projects in the sectors of education, tourism, employment, mobility and sustainable development. Together with this county, we have developed the first global agile plan for a green and wise transition with 14 related integrated strategic projects.
Zadar County, along with its local governments, parks, and associations, serves as a strategic partner in some of our most significant integrated strategic projects, such as WiseVersity, Wise BioSfera, and Wise AgroBioSfera. In this region, we have implemented green, entrepreneurial, and tourism infrastructure projects that have become global innovation pilots.
Osijek-Baranja County is our strategic partner in establishing a network of regional science centers and centers of excellence. These initiatives aim to nurture talent, promote STEM education, foster innovation, encourage project-based and socially beneficial learning, and support entrepreneurship, driving the development of education, society, and an economy of excellence.
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Our projects
Dubrovnik is a global tourism brand for which we have built an agile integrated action plan of the Respect the City Project! We evaluated the strategy of the urban area of Dubrovnik, helped to build the excellence of the Department for EU funds, regional and international cooperation and designed strategic projects supported by the Technical Assistance of EC/EBRD/EIB JASPERS and the Adriatic-Ionian region.
Our experts were co-initiators and leaders of the Healthy City project, which brought together the world’s best experts in the field of healthy communities, and created programs and projects that became an example of good EU practice, and received numerous national and regional awards (best organization, best project).
The first project of integrated collaborative spatial, investment and development activities brought together dozens of owners, investors and partners from the idea, raising private capital to obtaining a permit and placing the project with a total value of more than 30 million EUR.
The project of restoration and activation of the highly valuable cultural heritage of the Fortress of St. Michael in Šibenik is an example of a project that has triggered an avalanche of investment, renovation and rebranding of the city into a first-class cultural tourism attraction and received recognition for the best Croatian cultural heritage attraction in 2024.
Together to a realisation: join us and unlock your full economic and social potential!