Denisa Perrin is a seasoned economist and innovation policy expert currently serving as the Head of Unit for the EIC Accelerator at the European Innovation Council and SMEs Executive Agency (EISMEA). With over 20 years of experience in European institutions, Denisa has held various leadership roles focusing on innovation-led economic development, smart growth, and strengthening administrative capacities in EU cohesion policy. Her career spans positions at the European Commission and a consultancy with the World Bank Group. Denisa holds a Master’s degree in Economics from Charles University and a Master’s in European Studies from the Université Catholique de Louvain.