Rodica Lupu is a leading expert in innovation management, with over 20 years of experience in entrepreneurship, public policy, and sustainable development. She is the founder and CEO of Loop Operations, a consultancy focused on innovation, funding strategy, and ecosystem development, and Director of Cluster TEC, which drives digital transformation in the construction sector.
Currently pursuing a PhD in Innovation, Rodica integrates academic insight with hands-on leadership, shaping policies, funding models, and partnerships that fuel innovation across sectors. She has helped secure over €130 million in funding and supported more than 300 companies through strategic innovation projects.
As founder of Ingenius Hub, she has built one of Romania’s most dynamic entrepreneurial networks, funding over 450 startups in five cities. Rodica also serves as an expert to the European Commission (TAIEX), a business angel, speaker, and policy advisor on innovation ecosystems.
With an MBA completed in London and San Francisco, Rodica brings a global perspective to systemic transformation. Her mission: to make innovation a driver of inclusive, responsible change, blending theory and practice to build better futures.
Loop Operations – Strategic Innovation & Funding Consultancy Company
Co-founder and managing entity of Technology Enabled Construction (TEC) Cluster
Loop Operations is a Romanian consultancy firm specialized in innovation management, strategic funding, and ecosystem development, with over 20 years of experience in designing, financing, and scaling transformative projects. Founded by innovation expert Rodica Lupu, the company supports both public and private sector clients in turning ideas into impact—through tailored innovation strategies, access to funding, and cross-sector collaboration.
With a portfolio exceeding €135 million in attracted funding and an 85% success rate in project financing, Loop Operations has supported over 450 startups and trained more than 5,500 entrepreneurs and professionals in project management, business planning, and strategic growth. The company also develops policy recommendations, manages innovation clusters, and advises on legislative frameworks that foster sustainable, innovation-driven development.
As the co-founder and operational engine of the Technology Enabled Construction (TEC) Cluster, Loop Operations plays a central role in accelerating the digital transformation and sustainable development of Romania’s construction sector. TEC Cluster is the country’s leading innovation cluster in this field, bringing together a dynamic community of innovative companies, research centers, universities, public authorities, and NGOs. Through TEC, Loop fosters a collaborative ecosystem where smart, green, and tech-enabled construction can thrive.
With a strong focus on innovation, digital tools such as Building Information Modeling (BIM), and emerging technologies, TEC supports its members in building future-ready capabilities through funding opportunities, strategic partnerships, training programs, and internationalization support. The cluster is also deeply involved in public policy, contributing to the official recognition of digital construction roles and shaping Romania’s national strategies on green and digital skills.
Through platforms developed and managed by TEC Cluster—such as WEHUB and ICONHUB—TEC has delivered personalized services to SMEs, coordinated international missions (e.g., Singapore, Dubai), and facilitated access to European grants for Romanian companies. Also leads the organization of INNOCONSTRUCT, Romania’s landmark conference on innovation, digitalization, and sustainability in construction, further cementing its role as a key driver of systemic change in the industry.
Rooted in a deep understanding of funding mechanisms and innovation models, Loop Operations bridges entrepreneurs, academia, government, and industry to shape future-resilient organizations and ecosystems. Whether through strategic consulting or through ecosystems like TEC Cluster, Loop empowers clients and communities to navigate complexity and lead purposeful, innovation-driven transformation.
