Meet the Speaker

Péter Csillag

President at HunBAN

Founder of Hungary's largest data tech company, sold after 15 years. Nowadays he helps startups in business and company development, growth, sales, financing and the like. Angel investor in 20+ companies. President of HunBAN, one of the sharks on the TV show Shark Tank, sports and hiking fanatic.

Engagements

Debate: Advisors, Angels, Smart VCs or Hired Guns: Who Really Helps You Scale—And Who Just Talks?

2025

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Connect Stage

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Talk

50 minutes

Every founder hears it: “You need senior talent to scale.” But what does that actually mean—and who delivers real value? In this no-holds-barred debate, we’ll challenge the conventional wisdom. Are angel investors truly strategic partners, or just passive check-writers with opinions? Do consultants bring clarity or just PowerPoints? Are fractional C-levels the secret weapon—or a costly shortcut? And does an advisory board actually advise… or just look good on your pitch deck?