Rector

Andreas Antonopoulos, M.Eng., MBA, Ph.D.

Rector, University of New York in Prague
Partner, Venture Growth Partners

Dr. Andreas Antonopoulos is an experienced education executive, entrepreneur, and investor with over 30 years of expertise across academia, corporate leadership, and venture capital.

He has held senior roles in higher education institutions worldwide, mentored startups, and contributed to the growth of innovative ventures in Europe, Asia, and Latin America.

Professional Summary

Academic Leadership

University of New York in Prague (2008 – Present)
- Rector, overseeing strategic development and international partnerships.
Maastricht School of Management, The Netherlands (2010 – Present)
- Visiting Professor, teaching Entrepreneurship across global MBA programs.
Universidad de San Andres, Argentina (2010 – Present)
- Visiting Professor, specializing in Entrepreneurship and Telecom Business.
University College London, UK (1997 – 2015)
- Adjunct Professor in Entrepreneurship and Telecom Management.
Central European University, Hungary (2003 – 2007)
- Chair, Technology Management Department; Director of Graduate Programs.

Entrepreneurial & Investment Experience

Venture Growth Partners (2013 – Present)
- Partner in an early-stage investment fund focused on Central & Eastern Europe, Southeast Asia, and Latin America.
Viva Credit, Romania (2012 – Present)
- Co-founder and Board Member of a leading fintech micro-lender.

Education

Ph.D., Electrical & Electronics Engineering – University College London, UK (1997).
MBA, International Management – Weatherhead School of Management, Case Western Reserve University, USA (2002).
DEng, Electrical & Computer Engineering – University of Patras, Greece (1994).

Additional Roles & Achievements

Member of academic advisory boards (Telecom Ecole de Management, CEU).
Published over 80 academic and industry papers.
Regular speaker at international conferences and media interviews on business, education, and economics.