Alen Malkoč Shares Insights on AI, Entrepreneurship, and the Future of Work at IUS
The Faculty of Business and Administration (FBA) organized a guest lecture titled “The Future of Work in the Age of AI: Building, Adapting, and Winning.” The lecture was delivered by Mr. Alen Malkoč, a serial entrepreneur and technology founder with more than 25 years of experience in building software, e-commerce platforms, and AI-driven businesses.
As the Founder and CEO of FlyRank AI, part of the 10x.ai ecosystem, Mr. Malkoč is currently focused on developing AI-native systems that help companies grow through automation, data, and intelligent workflows. Drawing on his extensive entrepreneurial journey, he shared practical insights into building and scaling technology-driven businesses.
The event brought together students interested in artificial intelligence, entrepreneurship, and the future of work. During the lecture, Mr. Malkoč discussed how AI is transforming industries, reshaping business models, and redefining the global job market. He emphasized that future professionals will need to be adaptable, capable of working across disciplines, and able to design and execute solutions end-to-end.
A significant part of the session focused on the opportunities that AI creates for individuals and organizations. Through real-world examples, the speaker illustrated how AI tools can enhance productivity, support decision-making, and enable the creation of entirely new types of businesses. He also highlighted the importance of continuous learning and encouraged students to actively develop skills that will remain relevant in an increasingly AI-driven environment.
The lecture concluded with an interactive “Ask Me Anything” session, where students had the opportunity to ask questions about entrepreneurship, startups, and career development in the context of rapid technological change.
Overall, the lecture provided valuable insight into how artificial intelligence is shaping the future of work and what this means for the next generation of professionals. By connecting theoretical concepts with real industry experience, the session further strengthened students’ understanding of how information systems and digital technologies influence modern business environments.
