Artificial intelligence, drones, and space technology aren’t just buzzwords, they are the driving forces shaping our world, revolutionizing the way we live, work, and interact. Bounding Box is here to inspire the next generation of engineers, scientists, and entrepreneurs—who push the boundaries of what’s possible. Our vision is to create a truly unique event, here in beautiful Slavonia, where cutting-edge technology topics meet unforgettable gastronomy experiences. Together, let’s shape the future—one breakthrough at a time.
The conference is organized by Protostar Labs, R&D company focused on artificial intelligence and computer vision technologies.
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Dario Costa is an Italian stunt pilot and aerobatics champion known for his daring precision and record-breaking feats. In 2021, he made history with the Tunnel Pass project, becoming the first pilot to fly a plane through a tunnel. Navigating a narrow, curved roadway at speeds exceeding 245 km/h (152 mph), he demonstrated extraordinary skill and control, setting a Guinness World Record. With a background in competitive aerobatics and air racing, Costa has pushed the boundaries of aviation, blending technical mastery with fearless ambition. His passion for flight continues to inspire pilots and thrill-seekers worldwide.
Born in Zagreb in 1979, Izet Ždralović took a global path—high school in Cairo, then off to the US for a double dose of coops & degrees from RIT in Applied Science and Innovation.
He kicked off his career in telecom, ICT, and hospitality with stints at Amis Telekom, Iskon Internet, and Hyatt Hotels before co-founding Microblink and Photomath (now part of Google).
Today, Izet is a partner at Silicon Gardens Fund, fuelling the Adriatic startup scene by backing bold, early-stage innovators. Off the clock, Izet is all about family adventures, travel, and basketball—he’s a proud dad of two and a junior varsity coach.
Aleksandar serves as the Vice President of AI for Bridgewest Group, where he leads AI transformation strategies, helping the organization leverage advanced technologies to drive business growth. He is also a Board Member of Pontis Technology, a subsidiary of Bridgewest Group, where he contributes to AI innovation and the development of cutting-edge solutions. With a strong background in business transformation, M&A, and post-merger integration, Aleksandar brings extensive experience in aligning AI technologies with business goals while ensuring compliance and ethical considerations.
Srdjan is a Co-Founder and CEO at Orqa, World’s #1 FPV company. Orqa is on a mission to advance the state of art in the fields of unmanned technologies and remote vision. In his previous life, Srdjan was a senior finance professional, with more than 10 years experience in financial industry, specifically asset management. He was a Chairman of the Management Board in Croatia’s €150m sovereign equity fund, and a Head of Risk Management and Compliance in Croatia’s largest asset management company. Srdjan earned academic degrees from University of Oxford (MSc in Mathematical Finance) and University of Zagreb (dipl.ing. in Mechanical Engineering). He is a Certified Pension Fund Manager and Certified Investment Advisor.
