After graduating as a forestry engineer in Belgrade and relocating to Niagara Falls in 1999, he planted more than just roots; he ignited a movement.

As the founder and director of both the Nikola Tesla Fest and the Serbian School "Nikola Tesla", Borislav has dedicated over 15 years to bringing Tesla's genius and spirit to life in the very place where the inventor changed the world with hydropower. His mission is to celebrate innovation, connection, and the legacy of a man who dreamed big and to ensure every spark of Tesla's story reaches future generations.

At Tesla Fest, Borislav is the force behind the vision, the details, and the magic.

Jovana Kocic Juric is a Serbian language and literature teacher, poet, copywriter, and an old soul with a kid's energy. She attended an elementary school in Belgrade named "Nikola Tesla" and fell in love with her husband, who lived on the street "Nikola Tesla" Unit 1.

When she moved to Canada, she started teaching at the Serbian School “Nikola Tesla" and co-founded the Nikola Tesla Fest.

Her life is an endless blue circle, within which a Tesla.

Jelena Ranđelović is an interior designer, a producer at Nikola Tesla Fest, an educator, and a cultural activist. As a dedicated teacher at the Serbian School "Nikola Tesla," she fosters a dynamic and engaging learning environment for her students. In her design work, she emphasizes sustainable practices and eco-friendly materials in interior design. Jelena is deeply committed to environmental conservation and community well-being outside her professional roles, reflecting her active and creative lifestyle. A mother of three boys, she balances her family life with her passions for nature, travelling, photography, and embracing new experiences.

Blending strategy with storytelling, Sara is the digital voice behind Nikola Tesla Fest 2025. As Social Media Manager, she crafts immersive online experiences that spark curiosity, build community, and amplify the legacy of Nikola Tesla in fresh, future-facing ways.

A proud Brock University alumna with a degree in English Language and Literature, Sara brings a strong foundation in narrative and communication to everything she creates. As founder of Fisa Media, she’s spent the last 5 years creating content and campaigns for brands across industries.

When not scheduling reels or replying with emojis, you’ll find them keeping their finger on the pulse of trends, creators, and conversations that fuel the next generation of digital storytelling.

With over 5 years of experience behind the camera, Filip brings a sharp eye and cinematic touch to every frame at Nikola Tesla Fest.

He is the co-owner of Fisa Media, where he’s led video projects across a variety of industries — from music and fashion to corporate and lifestyle — before finding his niche in real estate.

Now the founder of Aurora Realty Visuals, a real estate media company, Filip blends technical skill with storytelling to create dynamic, high-impact visuals.

At Nikola Tesla Fest, he captures the energy, emotion, and atmosphere of the experience, ensuring every moment is felt long after the final edit.

Aleksandra Zdjelar is a devoted mother of two, raising her family amidst the scenic beauty of Niagara Falls. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Wilfrid Laurier University and channels her passion for human behavior and design into her work as a real estate agent. Fluent in English and Serbian and inspired by Nikola Tesla’s visionary spirit, she brings empathy, innovation, and a keen eye for aesthetics to the Nikola Tesla Fest team.

Mihajlo Trifković serves as the Operations Manager for Nikola Tesla Fest, an international festival celebrating the life and legacy of Nikola Tesla. With a strong background in event logistics and organizational leadership, Mihajlo plays a pivotal role in coordinating the festival's multifaceted programs. His dedication ensures the seamless execution of events honouring Tesla's contributions to science and technology, fostering innovation and cultural exchange.

A father of three children, Mihajlo is always ready to take on significant challenges and bold risks. He has a visionary mindset, constantly looking ahead of his time, and possesses an extensive network of connections. His ambition, determination, and forward-thinking spirit help drive the entire Nikola Tesla Fest team toward success.

I’ve always been a curious person. I want to understand how people think, how systems function, and how ideas connect across science, psychology, and art. That curiosity is what brought me to Nikola Tesla Fest. Tesla’s way of seeing the world through patterns, questions, and possibility matches how I move through my own life.

My background in psychology and research shapes how I work. I enjoy digging into details, analyzing information, and finding clarity in complexity. Art balances this side of me. It gives me space to explore emotion, symbolism, and creativity.

I joined the Nikola Tesla Fest team because I believe in the power of innovation and cultural connection.

For me, contributing to Nikola Tesla Fest is a way to honour curiosity and share it with others.

Born on April 15, 1992, in Novi Sad, Serbia, I hold a degree in Fine Arts from the Academy of Arts in Novi Sad and a background in design from the “Bodan Šuput” School of Art and Design. I have over ten years of professional experience working as a graphic designer. In late 2019, I took an essential step in my career by founding my own design studio, successfully transitioning into independent practice and building a sustainable creative path focused on branding, visual identity, and design services.

Alongside design, I work as a multimedia artist, combining various techniques such as digital graphics, painting, drawing, collage, photography, animation, and experimental music composition. Through these media, I explore everyday themes and visual narratives, developing several artistic collections over the years.

Outside of work, I enjoy building LEGO sets, something I believe has played a key role in shaping my creativity since childhood. I’m passionate about music, film, theatre, food, staying active, and occasionally doing absolutely nothing in bed for an entire day. I appreciate both nature and urban environments, animals, good people, close friendships, family, and life in general.