Denes Csiszar

Acceleration and Growth at EIT Digital | Board Member at HunBAN

Dénes Csiszár is an experienced entrepreneur and startup mentor with over 20 years of experience in business development and startup management.1 He currently serves as the Interim Head of Acceleration and Growth at EIT Digital.

Background and Expertise

Csiszár has a diverse background that combines both technology and business. His career journey includes:

A decade in the corporate sector, where he designed software and led tech consulting for large customers.1
Transitioning to entrepreneurship and startup management.
Leading multiple startup programs and accelerators.1

Key Roles and Contributions

Csiszár has made significant contributions to the startup ecosystem:

Startup Mentorship: He has educated or mentored over 250 startups throughout his career.1
Board Member: Csiszár serves as a board member of the Hungarian Business Angel Network (HUNBAN).1
Academic Involvement: He is responsible for the Entrepreneurship track at the Corvinus University of Budapest.1

Recent Achievements

In his role at EIT Digital, Csiszár has been involved in notable successes:

In February 2024, he announced that ten startups in the EIT Digital Venture Program collectively raised over €750,000 from private capital.3
He has been actively involved in startup incubation programs, such as the Demium incubator in Budapest.4

Csiszár is known for his expertise in startup development, business operations, and his ability to bridge the gap between technology and business. His LinkedIn profile (username: denescsiszar) showcases his professional journey and contributions to the startup ecosystem.2