Dirk Bischof

Dirk Bischof is a passionate advocate for inclusive entrepreneurship and sustainability, currently serving as the Chief Executive Officer and Founder of Hatch Enterprise UK.1 He established Hatch Enterprise in 2013, which has since become one of the UK's leading enterprise support organizations.1

Professional Background

Dirk's career in social entrepreneurship began in 2004 when he co-founded his first social enterprise in London, supporting over 1,500 young people in exploring their professional ambitions.1 His educational background includes:

• BSc in Business Administration and Social Anthropology from Roehampton University
• Master's degree in Social Anthropology from Goldsmiths College
• Outstanding Leadership program at Cass Business School's Centre for Charity Effectiveness1

Achievements and Recognition

• Fellow of The Royal Society for the Encouragement of Arts, Manufactures and Commerce (RSA)
• Named "London Leader" in 2013 by the Mayor of London
• Recognized as "Top 100 Influential" by the Sunday Times for his work with entrepreneurs in London1

Hatch Enterprise UK

Under Dirk's leadership, Hatch Enterprise has:

• Supported over 9,000 entrepreneurs
• Delivered more than 131,000 hours of enterprise support
• Focused on young entrepreneurs, female founders, and impact entrepreneurs
• Partnered with major organizations like UBS, NatWest, eBay, and J.P. Morgan Chase Foundation1

Dirk's responsibilities at Hatch include delivering on the organization's mission and strategy, working with a team of 30+ people, building partnerships, and finding scalable solutions to make entrepreneurship more accessible and inclusive.1

Personal Approach

Dirk values individuals who go beyond expectations and understand organizational challenges. He has mentored over 50 interns throughout his career, looking for those who can spot opportunities.1 In 2023, after a decade of leading Hatch Enterprise, Dirk took a mini-sabbatical to reflect on his journey.2

Dirk Bischof's work continues to focus on empowering underrepresented founders and promoting sustainable entrepreneurship in the UK.