25 Scholarships for 25 Years of Atlantbh

For more than 25 years, we at Atlantbh believe that progress includes giving back. As we celebrate our important milestone birthday, we want to share the story behind a tradition that brings meaning to our work and our community. Through PlayITForward, we celebrate our company birthday by Giving Back: building playgrounds and improving learning spaces across Bosnia and Herzegovina. We didn’t plan this initiative, and the first playground happened, let’s say, spontaneously. Seeing the impact on the community, we have decided to turn it into a tradition. Why Playgrounds? We believe in long-term impact. Play fuels imagination, imagination sparks learning, and learning builds a better tomorrow. A playground is where kids learn collaboration, confidence, and creativity, simply by playing together. We wanted to create spaces that bring back the joy of outdoor play and the sense of community that naturally comes with it. Finding the Right Place for Play Each year, we search for a location where a playground can truly make a difference. The ideas often come from Atlanters, our teammates from all over Bosnia and Herzegovina who know their local communities best. They suggest schools or kindergartens, and together, we listen, plan, and build spaces that keep the sound of laughter alive.  Playing Across Bosnia and Herzegovina It all started in Mostar, where we built a playground at a day-care center that supports children from socially vulnerable families, run by the NGO Altruist with the support of Save the Children. The impact of that first playground stayed with us. It showed us that we don’t need grand gestures to create real change and became the foundation of what is now our birthday tradition. As our CEO, Jasmin Velić, says: “Building playgrounds across Bosnia and Herzegovina has become something of a tradition for us at Atlantbh. It’s a small way to support the families and communities we’re part of, and if it brings even a few smiles to kids, we consider that a win.” Over the years, we’ve built playgrounds in Vareš, Gradačac, and Trnovo, each one a reminder of how meaningful it is when a simple idea brings people together. This year, for our 25th birthday, we took things a step further and built two new playgrounds in Fojnica and Pločari polje, responding to the needs of these two schools for lasting impact. For us, this project has never been just about donations or building equipment. It’s about the visits, the conversations, the planting of flowers and trees, the murals, the games, the coffee shared with teachers, and the joy of watching a once-empty space turn into a place full of color, play, and connection. Each playground has brought our people closer to the communities around us. And we’ll keep taking the steps that create meaningful connections and shape the way we work, grow, and give back.

25 years of Atlantbh history is filled with projects, teams, and results we’re proud of. If you ask any Atlanter what truly makes us special, chances are they won’t start by talking about technology. They’ll talk about how we work together. That way of working is deeply rooted in our values. They act as our compass, guiding how we collaborate, learn, and deliver excellence. Driven by high standards and a shared sense of purpose, Atlanters live Expertise, take Ownership, embrace Growth, and Collaborate. Together, these four form the foundation of one encompassing value: Excellence.   We excel by gaining and sharing Expertise Expertise at Atlantbh grows through curiosity, experimentation, and shared learning. Over 200 Atlanters bring unique experiences and perspectives, and real progress happens when knowledge circulates: from one person, to the team, to our clients. Every project, challenge, and idea becomes an opportunity to refine our craft and raise the standard for what great work looks like.   We excel by taking Ownership Ownership is trust in action. It means taking full responsibility from the initial idea to the final delivery, with a focus on quality, transparency, and accountability. Atlanters take initiative, communicate clearly, and stand behind their work. Ownership creates reliability within teams and builds confidence with our clients, ensuring that every commitment is met with integrity and consistency.   We excel through constant Growth Growth is what keeps us moving forward. At Atlantbh, we view challenges as opportunities to learn, adapt, and evolve. Atlanters lead by example, continuously improving their skills and exploring new technologies. Every sprint, every project, every reflection helps our development, individually and collectively. When one Atlanter grows, we all grow as a team, a company, and as partners to our clients.   We excel through Collaboration Collaboration is where expertise meets shared purpose. We make decisions together, communicate openly, and align expectations, both internally and with our clients. Collaboration is what turns teamwork into long-term partnerships and shared success.   Excellence is our standard Excellence is a way of working at Atlantbh. You can spot it in the details: in how we communicate, deliver, and improve every day. It’s visible in every sprint, every feature, and every interaction that makes us better as a team. One thing that hasn’t changed in 25 years is our belief that excellence is something you create together. With an excellent team, that creation looks easy. 💙

What keeps a company growing for 25 years? We believe it’s the choices you make when no one’s watching. The everyday decisions that build trust, create impact, and shape the future. At Atlantbh, sustainability has always been part of how we work, how we grow, and how we lead. From Bosnia and Herzegovina to the global tech stage, we’ve stayed true to one belief: “Progress only matters if it creates real impact: for people, for communities, and for the future.” Jasmin Velić, CEO That belief is at the heart of our first Comprehensive Sustainability Report. It reflects the meaningful change we strive for every day. Why This Report Matters When we talk about sustainability at Atlantbh, we are talking about creating value that lasts. We are talking about building trust, setting high standards, and delivering impact across every part of our work. Our sustainability story is a part of how we hold ourselves accountable and inspire others to do the same.  This report reflects that commitment, covering the progress, initiatives, and values that guide us: Governance and Integrity Upholding transparency, ethical decision-making, and accountability in everything we do. Better Work Environment Creating a culture where our people feel supported, empowered, and valued. Going Green Reducing our environmental impact by Going Green, using digital solutions, supporting clean-ups, and promoting local tourism. Giving Back Support our communities, investing in education, creating opportunities, and investing in community through Giving Back initiatives. A Glimpse of Our Commitment in Action Sustainability is more than a statement. It’s action you can see, inside and outside our company. After 25 years of building that impact, here are just a few of the results we’re proud to share: Reduced our operational footprint by 26% in the past year  98% of our teams operate fully digital, significantly minimizing paper usage 42% of our team are women, driving progress through diversity Every new team member joins through an onboarding process that puts inclusion first Over 250 students have taken part in our internship program, and 70 received scholarships 4 children’s playgrounds built to support safe, joyful spaces for families All of this is guided by our integration of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles and the UN Sustainable Development Goals, making sure values and business are always aligned.  Partnering with Purpose We believe success is measured by more than what people see. It’s measured by the integrity behind every decision, by the impact that lasts long after the spotlight fades and the drive to stay ahead in all areas of business.  Explore our full Sustainability Report and discover how we create value every day.