Meet the Crew
LJILJAN is for everyone who carries Bosnia with them, wherever they live now. These are the people repping it with us, from Michigan to Texas to Rotterdam. Give them a follow.
LJILJAN AMBASSADOR
Edin
Michigan (born and raised) • roots in Livno
Fun fact: Speaks fluent Arabic, as a Bosnian!
Ćevapi or burek: Ćevapi
One word: Proud
“I’m proud of our culture, our history, our hospitality, and how strong our people are. I love being able to represent Bosnia to people around the world through my content.”
LJILJAN AMBASSADOR
Zlatan
Detroit, Michigan • born in Sarajevo, lived there until age 5
Interesting fact: Ate a bullet at age 3 during the Bosnian War
Ćevapi or burek: Ćevapi, though the real debate is Sarajevske vs. Banja Lučke
One word: Rooted
“Being Bosnian means feeling deeply rooted in a land and identity shaped by thousands of years of history. That history of openness, resilience, and coexistence, while still holding firmly to who we are, is something I carry with pride. To me, being Bosnian means honoring that heritage and staying rooted no matter where life takes me.”
LJILJAN AMBASSADOR
Haris
Warren, Michigan • roots in Sokolac & Sarajevo
Fun fact: Second cousin of Halid Bešlić, through his dad’s family from Knežina
Ćevapi or burek: Burek, all day
One word: Warrior
“Our warrior spirit. All the wars and battles we’ve been through, all the times we should’ve been erased but survived. That never-give-up, stubborn spirit. That’s what I’m proud of.”
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Alma
Dallas–Fort Worth, Texas • roots in Gusinje, Montenegro (Sandžak heritage, same family)
Favorite color: Yellow
Ćevapi or burek: Ćevapi, uvijek
One word: Family
“It’s made me stronger, louder, and bolder. A few decades ago we were almost silenced. Today the Balkan community is louder than ever.”
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Denis
Rotterdam, Netherlands • roots in Kozarac & Banja Luka
Fun fact: CV technician by day. Makes music as “Denci” and builds a travel and content brand across YouTube, TikTok and Instagram
Ćevapi or burek: Ćevapi is life
One word: Resilience
“No matter how far I go, Bosnia is always a part of who I am.”
Want to rep LJILJAN?
We’re always looking for people who are proud of where they come from. Send us a message and tell us about yourself.