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Mario Marević
Born
Makarska, Croatia
NationalityCroatian
Occupation(s)Entrepreneur, Innovator, Activist
Notable workGet Work platform
AwardsAudience Award at the International Innovation Fair (2020)

Mario Marević (born in Makarska, Croatia) is a Croatian entrepreneur, innovator, and social activist. He is recognized for developing digital solutions and advocating for sustainable development in local communities.

Early Life and Education

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Mario Marević was born and raised in Makarska, Croatia. He demonstrated an early interest in entrepreneurship and societal change. Marević graduated with a degree in Trade and Tourism Management from the University of Split, where he launched his first business projects inspired by local challenges and emerging technologies.[1]

Career

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Marević is best known as the founder of the Get Work platform, a digital tool designed to connect service providers with local clients for tasks such as repairs, cleaning, and maintenance. The platform leverages artificial intelligence and interactive maps to improve user experience, allowing users to compare and rate services. Launched in 2020, it received the Audience Award at the International Innovation Fair in Zagreb.[2][3]

In addition to his entrepreneurial endeavors, Marević has been a vocal advocate for sustainable development. He has publicly criticized overdevelopment and corporate-driven tourism in Makarska while calling for greater investments in local infrastructure and support programs for youth and retirees.[4]

Social Engagement

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Marević has been a proponent of reimagining Makarska as a "city for people, not just tourists." He has proposed measures such as economic incentives for young entrepreneurs, social support initiatives, and policies aimed at preserving the cultural identity of the local community.[5]

Awards and Recognition

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  • Audience Award at the International Innovation Fair in Zagreb (2020)[6]
  • Finalist, Social Impact Award Croatia, for contributions to social innovation[7]
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See Also

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References

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  1. ^ "Makarska visionary Mario Marević: Innovations and sustainable development". Dalmacija Danas. Retrieved 22 December 2024.
  2. ^ "Social Impact Award Croatia: Mario Marević". Social Impact Award Croatia. 2020. Retrieved 22 December 2024.
  3. ^ "Get Work: Uber for services". Split Tech City. Retrieved 22 December 2024.
  4. ^ "Makarska as a people-focused town: Mario Marević's vision". Dalmacija Danas. Retrieved 22 December 2024.
  5. ^ "Marević's ideas for a better Makarska". Dalmacija Danas. Retrieved 22 December 2024.
  6. ^ "Moj Get Work: Young innovator impresses in Zagreb". Slobodna Dalmacija. Retrieved 22 December 2024.
  7. ^ "Social Impact Award Croatia: Recognizing innovative projects". Social Impact Award Croatia. Retrieved 22 December 2024.