Maciek (Maciej) Sadowski is a notable figure in the start-up community in Central and Eastern Europe (CEE). He is an investment manager and CEO of StartUp Hub Poland, an organization that nurtures and supports start-ups in the region. Sadowski has a strong background in journalism, history, political science, and philosophy, having earned two Master of Arts degrees. He is a venture partner at StarFinder Capital Fund and has served on the supervisory boards of several companies, including HoloSurgical and NanoSanguis, Inc. As a member of the Innovation and Science Council, he has contributed to the development of the Polish innovation ecosystem. Sadowski is passionate about futurism, philosophy, and high-tech, and is dedicated to building a robust start-up ecosystem in CEE.