Malina Turcut is a visionary entrepreneur and a leading voice in the FinTech and MedTech industries. With a career spanning over a decade, Malina has been instrumental in driving innovation and fostering sustainable growth in global markets. As an investor and Chief Financial Officer at Prime Dash, Malina has been instrumental in developing AI-driven financial technologies that revolutionize access to capital for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Europe and the Middle East. Collaborating with Mastercard, Coca-Cola, and leading financial institutions, she oversees transformative projects that bridge the funding gap for SMEs, drive supply chain sustainability and empower businesses with cutting-edge digital solutions. Beyond her corporate achievements, Malina is a co-founder of the MLA MedTech Hub, where she accelerates the development of groundbreaking healthcare solutions, fostering collaboration between innovators, investors, and industry leaders. She is also a dedicated mentor, guiding startups and female entrepreneurs through incubators and venture-building programs, helping them achieve international impact. Malina’s extensive academic background underpins her success. She holds two Master’s degrees in Finance & Banking and Criminal Sciences, she is certified in Technology Entrepreneurship:Lab to Market, from Harvard University and is an expert for the European Innovation Council (EIC) in Tech to Market Entrepreneurship & Venture Building Programmes. She mentors startups in accelerators and venture-building programs, guiding the next wave of innovators toward global success. Her commitment to continuous learning has been a cornerstone of her ability to navigate the complexities of international business and financial innovation. Her journey is a testament to resilience, ambition, and the power of purposeful leadership.
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