HR World

What HR World does

HR World is a privately held, founder-led HR professional community and media platform operating in the Adria region, headquartered in Belgrade, Serbia. The company operates as a knowledge and networking hub for HR practitioners, offering corporate and individual memberships (HR Community, including a Montenegro HR Community chapter), a portfolio of branded events and conferences (HR Week, Disrupt HR Belgrade, L&D Forum, People Business Summit, Executive HR World Summit, and Fusion by HR Week including a planned NYC edition in September 2026), educational programs (Disrupt HR Mindset Workshop, HR Starter, Career Booster, Oscar Akademija, Postani HR Lider), research services (HR Research including the annual Veliko HR istraživanje), a bilingual blog and knowledge base, a print magazine (HR World Časopis), and an HR Marketplace e-commerce storefront.

The underlying technology is a WordPress-based content management and community platform with integrated e-commerce functionality for memberships, workshop registrations, and marketplace transactions. No proprietary software platform, AI products, APIs, or mobile applications are disclosed; the company's digital footprint is its public website and social channels (Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram under hrworld.adria). The technology stack is conventional and reflects a content-and-community operating model rather than a software-as-a-service business.

Revenue is generated through multiple streams: recurring corporate memberships priced at 93,810–235,410 RSD annually depending on team size, individual memberships, event ticket sales, one-time workshop fees (Disrupt HR Mindset at 112,100–147,500 RSD per team), marketplace transactions, and the magazine. The go-to-market is community-led, acquiring members and attendees through events, content marketing, social media, and partnerships (notably with Manpower and several HR advisory firms). The company serves HR professionals, corporate HR teams, HR leaders and executives, and HR tech companies primarily in Serbia and Montenegro, with selective international activity through the NYC Fusion event. Operating with a team of 1–10 employees, HR World is a small, regionally focused media and community business rather than a scaled HR technology vendor.

Name

HR World

Legal name

HR World

Website

https://hrworld.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2021

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

HR World is a Belgrade-based HR professional community and media platform serving the Adria region (Serbia, Montenegro) through memberships, branded events, a magazine, research, and an HR marketplace.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Human Resources Community & Events

NAICS

Business Associations (813910), Human Resources Consulting Services (541612)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600)

akta.pro primary industry

HR Service Delivery, Shared Services & HR Operating Model Advisory (BPACAJAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

HR Strategy & Operating Model Design (BPACAJAA), HR Technology (HRIS/HCM) Advisory & Implementation (BPAHAGAG)

Keywords

• HR community platform
• Professional development services
• HR events and conferences
• Corporate membership programs
• HR marketplace

Headquarters

HQ city

Belgrade

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Corporate Membership: Annual corporate membership fees ranging from 93,810 RSD to 235,410 RSD depending on team size (1-3, 4-10, 11-30, 31-70, or 70+ members). Provides access to HR Community resources, events, and networking.
2. Workshops and Training: Disrupt HR Mindset workshop priced at 112,100-147,500 RSD for teams of 3-5 or 6-10 members. Includes facilitated self-evaluation of HR functions and ideation sessions.
3. Events and Conferences: Revenue from event tickets including L&D Forum, Disrupt HR Belgrade, HR Week, People Business Summit, and Fusion events.
4. HR Marketplace: E-commerce platform offering HR-related products, content passes (e.g., Fusion by HR Week Content Pass at 4.13 RSD), and other HR resources.
5. HR World Magazine: Published magazine (HR World Časopis) featuring HR insights, research, and expert contributions.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

HR World operates an HR professional community platform serving the Adria region (Serbia and Montenegro), combining corporate and individual memberships, live events and conferences (Disrupt HR Belgrade, HR Week, L&D Forum, Fusion, Executive HR World Summit), an HR Marketplace, an HR magazine, training workshops (Disrupt HR Mindset), and HR research programs for HR practitioners and corporate HR teams.

Product overview

HR World is an HR community platform and professional services company operating in the Adria region (Serbia, Montenegro, and surrounding areas). The offering is a multi-channel platform combining community membership (corporate and individual), events/conferences (Disrupt HR Belgrade, HR Week, L&D Forum, Fusion by HR Week NYC, Executive HR World Summit), publications (HR World Magazine/Časopis), educational programs (Disrupt HR Mindset Workshop, Career Booster, HR Starter, Oscar Akademija), research services (HR Research including annual surveys), and an HR Marketplace. The platform serves HR professionals through both digital content (Knowledge Base, Blog) and in-person events, with corporate membership providing tiered access based on organizational size.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• HR World Magazine: HR professional publication and magazine covering HR trends, strategies, and practices
• Executive HR World Summit
• Disrupt HR Mindset
• Learn & Connect
• HR Community
• Montenegro HR Community

Products and services

• HR Community
• HR Marketplace Marketplace platform connecting HR professionals with tools, services, solutions, and content passes for HR needs.
• HR World Časopis (Magazine) HR magazine publication featuring expert interviews, industry insights, and research on HR trends, strategies, and practices.
• Disrupt HR Mindset Workshop A one-day workshop for HR teams of 3-10 members to challenge status quo and take concrete steps toward modernized, strategically stronger HR practices through self-evaluation of HR functions and world disruptor methodology.
• Executive HR World Summit Executive-level summit bringing together HR leaders, CHROs, and HR directors for high-level discussions on strategic HR topics.
• Disrupt HR Belgrade Regional HR innovation event focused on disruptive ideas and transformation in HR practice.
• HR Week Week-long professional development program featuring multiple HR events and activities, including the Fusion startup stage and Disrupt HR tracks.
• L&D Forum Learning and development focused forum and conference for L&D professionals with events scheduled in 2026 and 2027.
• Fusion by HR Week NYC Startup-focused event featuring HR tech startup pitches and innovation stage presentations, with sessions scheduled for September 2026.
• HR Research Research initiatives providing HR industry insights and data, including the annual Veliko HR istraživanje (Large HR Research) examining the state of digital transformation.
• HR Starter Program designed for HR professionals starting their careers in the HR field.
• Career Booster Career development program for HR professionals looking to advance their careers.
• Learn & Connect Networking and educational platform connecting HR professionals for learning and collaboration.
• Postani HR Lider (Become HR Leader) Leadership development initiative designed to help HR professionals become effective HR leaders.
• Korporativno članstvo (Corporate Membership) Corporate membership program for organizations with tiered pricing based on team size (1-3, 4-10, 11-30, 31-70, 70+ members), ranging from 93,810.00 RSD to 235,410.00 RSD plus VAT annually.
• Individualno članstvo (Individual Membership) Individual membership option for HR professionals to join the HR World community.
• Montenegro HR Community A regional HR community branch specifically for HR professionals in Montenegro.
• Oscar Akademija Internal company learning and networking program focused on knowledge sharing and professional development within organizations.

Quantifiable outcome

• 50% improvement in hiring success for organizations tracking recruitment metrics
• +1 more outcomes

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Fusion by HR WeekcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026Fusion is HR World's flagship startup innovation stage within HR Week events, featuring HR tech startups and innovation showcases. Events include Fusion by HR Week NYC scheduled for September 2026.
• ManpowercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHR World partners with Manpower, a global HR solutions provider. The collaboration is evident in shared navigation and content partnerships, with Manpower supporting HR World initiatives in the Adria region.
• HR WeekcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHR Week is a major annual HR event series organized by HR World, featuring multiple tracks including Fusion startup stage, Disrupt HR, and industry workshops.
• ZnanjeMDoposlaminorGTM or Marketing PartnerKnowledge sharing partnership for HR content and resources. ZnanjeMDoposla (znanjemdoposla.rs) provides HR services for companies and collaborates on content distribution.
• People Analytics HubminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration on data-driven HR content and recruitment analytics expertise. People Analytics Hub contributes expert articles on data-driven recruitment and HR metrics.
• Tuturutu ConsultingminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerExpert contributor on corporate learning and development topics, particularly around digitalization and AI in HR training and development.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• HRD Connect: HR community and events business focused on HR leaders, with summits and content — directly comparable to HR World's executive community and event portfolio.
• HR Magazine (UK): Long-running HR media publication covering news, events, and awards for HR professionals — comparable to HR World Magazine's editorial and event-driven model.
• HR.com: Global HR community platform offering memberships, events, webinars, and research for HR professionals — directly comparable to HR World's community, events, and content model.
• Disrupt HR: Global HR event series focused on disruptive ideas in HR. HR World runs Disrupt HR Belgrade as a regional licensee, making the parent brand a direct operational and brand peer.
• HR Exchange Network: HR community and event organizer running executive-level HR conferences and content — closely comparable to HR World's Executive HR World Summit and Disrupt HR formats.
• People Management: HR publication and resource hub for HR professionals, offering news, events, and learning content — comparable to HR World Magazine and blog ecosystem.
• Workforce.com: HR media and event platform covering workforce management, HR tech, and events — comparable to HR World's content and conference offerings.

Broad incumbents

• SHRM (Society for Human Resource Management): The largest global HR professional membership association, offering certifications, events, and content. HR World operates a smaller regional analogue of SHRM's community-driven model.
• CIPD (Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development): UK-based professional body for HR and L&D with membership, training, and publications (People Management). Comparable as an established HR professional association and content publisher.

Regional players

• HRD Australia: Australia's leading HR media and events platform. Operates the same magazine + events + community model as HR World but in a different geography.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xtwitter.com/hrworld
• Facebookfacebook.com/hrworld.adria
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/hrworldadria
• Instagraminstagram.com/hrworld.adria

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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