Máté Rab

Máté Rab has a diverse work experience spanning various roles and industries. Máté began their career as a Business Development Manager at Szinapszis Ltd., where they focused on acquiring new clients in sectors such as pharma, healthcare, ICT, FMCG, and research institutes. Máté then founded and served as the Editor-in-Chief of Debrecen Bár website, a non-profit information service in Hungary.

In 2010, Máté joined the University of Debrecen Official as a Marketing Coordinator for Strategic Affairs, where they played a crucial role in enhancing the university's national and international communication. Máté also acted as a project manager and local leader for two EU grants during their time there. Additionally, Máté worked as a Business Development Manager at the University of Debrecen Technology Transfer Office, focusing on bridging the gap between academia and industry.

Máté's entrepreneurial spirit led him to co-found Startup Week Debrecen in 2015, a successful startup festival that brought together promising enterprises in the region. Máté also served as Founder and Mentor at IGEN Debrecen, an innovative training and mentoring program for startuppers, young entrepreneurs, and social innovators.

In their roles at INNONIC, Máté served as the Chief Operating Officer and Chief HR and Business Development Officer. As COO, they implemented day-to-day practices for the company and facilitated the professional development of various roles within the organization. In their CHRO and Business Development positions, they focused on employee experience and the overall business model of Innonic Group as a Startup Studio.

Máté also held positions at CodersRank as a Member of the Board and Conversific as a Member of the Board, where they contributed to the growth and success of both startups within the international eCommerce and coding industries.

Most recently, Máté has been working at Shoprenter, a leading ecommerce platform provider in Hungary. Máté started as the Chief Sales Officer, where they managed the entire sales department and implemented Salesforce CRM. Máté then progressed to the role of Chief Operating Officer, overseeing strategic projects and company restructuring. As Chief Revenue Officer, they were responsible for the revenue side of Shoprenter, including marketing, sales, customer, and partnership teams. Presently, Máté holds the position of Chief Executive Officer at Shoprenter, with a goal to expand the market share of the platform in Hungary.

Máté Rab has a diverse education history. In 2019, they attended the SEED School for Executive Education and Development where they completed the Foundations of Management Program, specializing in Business Management. Prior to that, from 2005 to 2010, they studied at the University of Debrecen and obtained a degree in economics with a major in marketing, earning an MBA. During their time at the university, they also had a brief stint at Vilnius Business College in 2009 and 2010, where they focused on subjects such as English, Marketing Management, Tourism Organisations, and Managerial Decisions.

In addition to their formal education, Máté Rab has obtained several certifications. In June 2013, they became a Certified Pourer through the Star Serve training program at the Heineken Experience. In the same year, they also earned the title of Innovation Manager from the Learning Innovation Knowledge Centre. Máté Rab further expanded their expertise by completing the WIPO General Course on Intellectual Property through the World Intellectual Property Organization's WIPO Academy in April 2013. In April 2011, they achieved the Biotech Manager designation by attending the Biotech Leadership Academy at Semmelweis University.