Entrepreneur · Ecosystem Builder · Investment professional

Igor Madzov is an entrepreneur, investor, and ecosystem builder with nearly two decades of experience supporting startups in Southeast Europe. He co-founded NEST Group, a venture advisory firm designing acceleration and investment programs that have helped founders raise over €35M. Igor is also co-founder of Finqup, an AI-powered automation platform for financial institutions, and President of Startup Macedonia, a national organization driving programs that strengthen the local startup scene.

He holds an MBA in Innovation and Knowledge Management and has mentored 200+ startups, evaluated 500+, and Facilitated investments for over 24 early-stage companies. He has led initiatives such as Startup Weekend Ohrid, Western Balkans Summer Investment Program, and MatchIN Summit to connect regional innovation with global knowledge and capital.