Dr. Eren Kocyigit

Dr. Eren Kocyigit is the founder of NBT (Next Big Thing), a global growth studio that collaborates with startups, accelerators, VCs, and corporations to engineer scalable growth. In the past decade, NBT has partnered with more than 2,000 startups, 100+ enterprises, and 250+ ecosystem leaders worldwide, driving growth, sparking innovation, and building future-ready capabilities. NBT’s Core Branches 1- Growth Agency: Hands-on execution and strategic guidance across marketing, sales, and fundraising, powered by a flexible credit-based model. 2- NBT Ventures -Accelerator Programs – Design and operation of global startup accelerators with corporates, VCs, and ecosystem builders, from market entry programs to custom innovation labs. -Venture Builder & Investment – Supporting founders and funds shaping the future through venture building, angel investing, LP commitments, and hands-on growth partnership. 3- Growth Academy: Workshops, coaching, and growth schools to upskill teams in growth, digital, and AI. Beyond NBT, Eren mentors startups, invests as an angel and LP, and delivers speeches at universities, accelerators, and international events on entrepreneurship and growth. He holds a BS in Economics, an MA in Finance, and a PhD in Management.