Md Dewan Adnan joined the Startup Bangladesh Limited team in 2022 as an Investment Manager bringing over 8 years’ experience of working with startups, innovation and young leaders in Bangladesh. Prior to joining Startup Bangladesh Limited, he worked as a consultant for the Innovation Design and Entrepreneurship Academy (iDEA) Project of ICT Division for almost 5 years. He was the primary consultant for the startups on behalf of the project and guided the startups as required. He also helped the project plan and manage several national-level programs like “Student to Startup” to boost the startup ecosystem of Bangladesh.

Adnan is an Electronic and Computer Engineer by training. He achieved his Bachelor of Science Degree from the Polytechnic University of Turin, Italy. Before working for the Government, he taught Computer Science and Engineering in two reputed private universities in Bangladesh. He loves to work with young leaders, meet people, and visit new places.