Who are we?
Our Mission
To enhance our clients’ businesses, enabling growth, development, longevity, and profitability of their companies.
Our VISION
To continuously transfer knowledge, inspiring people to create the best version of themselves and their companies.
Our Methodology
Our history
In 2014, after years of friendship, Eric Ponsen and Djordje Petrovic decided to embark on a business adventure called Companies Connected. The initial idea was to connect Dutch companies with those in Serbia and further develop cooperation between the two countries. The Netherlands was chosen because Mr. Ponsen was born there and had an impressive business career.
Sadly, in 2016, Mr. Ponsen passed away unexpectedly. Despite this great loss, Djordje Petrovic decided to continue the company they started together, turning it into a legacy.
Today
Today, we are the leading and most recognized company in the Western Balkans region when it comes to working with family businesses.
Throughout our work, we have:
- Collaborated with some of the world’s and the Netherlands’ largest companies
- Been engaged by the Dutch government
- Worked on international projects
- Helped many regional companies elevate their operations
- Assisted numerous companies in successfully transferring their businesses from generation to generation
We are experts in:
- Strategy
- Finance
- Sales
- Operations (Lean & Kaizen methodology)
- Marketing
- HR
- Family businesses
Our expertise is further demonstrated by our work as consultants on projects for the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD).
Talk to us
Have any questions? We’re always open to discussing your business, exploring new projects, uncovering creative opportunities, and finding ways to assist you.