The former mayor of the Municipality of Fužine with experience in institutional work is an entrepreneur and hotelier in the heart of Gorski Kotar, where in his Bitoraj hotel he proudly presents the essence of the mountainous part of Kvarner. He is tireless in spreading the idea of stronger linking of farmers, herders, and small local producers, as well as the need to establish shorter supply chains with local hospitality establishments. Marinko is especially committed to the preservation and improvement of beekeeping, since the area of Gorski Kotar is the home of honeydew honey, which isn’t made from floral nectar but comes from honeydew in deep layers of trees.