Meet the Core Team
Behind every successful startup is a team that knows what it takes to build, scale, and grow a business.
The SEE UP core team brings together experienced founders, operators, investors, and industry experts who work alongside startups throughout their growth journey. Combining entrepreneurial experience with hands-on execution, the team provides strategic guidance, commercial expertise, and access to a global network that helps founders turn ambition into sustainable growth.
At SEE UP, the team doesn't just support startups—they actively help build them.
With a deep understanding of the regional startup ecosystem, Dušan drives SEE UP's vision and strategic growth. He ensures that all stakeholders — from startups to investors and partners — receive tailored value, transparent communication, and long-term collaboration opportunities.
Srđan walks with founders from validation to reaching real KPIs — obsessed with the unglamorous work that actually moves revenue. He mentors, opens doors, and treats every win as his own. A lifelong competitor chasing wellbeing and longevity — same drive, no finish line.
Teodora thrives at the intersection of people and ideas, always looking for the story that makes a startup worth backing. She's driven by curiosity, meaningful conversations, and the belief that the right connection at the right moment can change everything. She believes that lasting success is built not only through hard work, but also through positive energy, genuine relationships, and a shared sense of purpose.
Ilija builds and nurtures partnerships that connect startups with investors, corporates and new markets. His work spans international business development and ecosystem relations, helping turn strong connections into concrete opportunities for growth.
Luna is our most credible Pet Expert. A Border Collie with more energy than the rest of the team combined, she keeps spirits high, enforces regular walk-and-think breaks and makes sure every pet-focused idea passes the ultimate test. Her decision-making can occasionally be influenced by treats.
Nicola is a designer working across brand, web and print. Turns rough ideas into things people can actually use: identities, interfaces, packaging, printed matter. Interested in where design meets technology and Ai. After work enjoys spending time with his wife and their son.
Veljko is driven by the belief that great things happen when the right people meet the right opportunities. A General Management graduate who enjoys contributing to diverse projects, building meaningful connections, and supporting startup growth through out of the box ideas.
Emilija is a psychologist and project coordinator experienced in education, research and international projects. She brings an understanding of people, behaviour and motivation to business and collaboration, and enjoys turning ideas and insights into practical initiatives that support innovation and startup growth.