In the investment world, attention is the most valuable currency. Investors review hundreds of decks, take dozens of meetings each month, and make rapid judgments about where to spend their time. As a result, they often decide within the first five minutes whether they want to continue the conversation—or move on. For founders, this means […]
When Central European startups approach US investors, it's common to assume that a strong product, traction, and solid metrics will automatically speak for themselves. In reality, what often determines success—or failure—is not just the business case, but the mindset founders bring to the table. Understanding the cultural and strategic expectations of US investors can make [...]
Expanding into the United States offers a world of opportunity, but it also exposes foreign companies to a legal environment that is more fragmented, complex, and litigious than what many international businesses expect. Even large, sophisticated companies can run into avoidable problems when they rely on assumptions from their home jurisdiction. This guide highlights the [...]
Companies operating between the United States and Hungary often encounter differences in how each country structures and applies its legal system. Two areas that most significantly affect businesses are contract law and the process of resolving commercial disputes. Understanding these differences helps new companies, investors, and entrepreneurs navigate both markets more confidently. Contract Law and […]
Dating back decades, Black Friday comes directly after Thanksgiving, which makes it not just a sales event but the unofficial kickoff to the holiday shopping season. It is a high-intensity shopping event, driven by massive discounts, limited-time offers, and the thrill of finding the best deals. Stores open early, both online and in-person promotions compete […]
After some truly memorable years, we say farewell to Edit Dukai, who played a key role in the USA Accelerator team. As lead organizer, she contributed greatly to the success of the Hungarian Summit and HungarianHub events, leaving a lasting mark with her creativity, dedication, and leadership. We are grateful for everything she has done [...]
At a recent Rotary Club meeting here in the US, I was sitting at a table with the marketing and communications director of one of Florida's largest hospitals. She raised an interesting question: "What do you think about Cracker Barrel changing its logo? What does it mean professionally, and how does it feel personally?" That […]
Would you like to expand your professional knowledge with real-world experience and gain insight into the economic, academic and business cooperation between the USA and Hungary? Join us as an intern at the USA Accelerator office opened at Széchenyi István University! What we offer: ✅ Practical experience in connecting the American and Hungarian business worlds✅ Event organization and administrative tasks in a real environment✅ Dynamic, youthful team, flexible working opportunities✅ Hybrid […]
Győr hosted the Race is On – Innovation Challenge Day event on June 6, during which five Hungarian startups were able to present their developments to a jury of prestigious American experts. The program, jointly organized by Széchenyi István University and USA Accelerator, took place as an official side event of the Hungarian Summit 2025, and its focus was on innovative startups ready to enter the international market […]
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