CEO of Videoton Holding Zrt.
Born in Budapest in 1961 to executive-turned-engineer parents, Mr. Péter Lakatos has established a distinguished career in electrical engineering and business leadership. He graduated from the Technical University of Budapest in 1983 with a degree in electrical engineering and pursued Ph.D. studies in computer sciences, focusing on “Man-Machine Interaction.”
Professional career and additional roles:
- Műszertechnika Zrt.: Mr. Lakatos began his career at Műszertechnika Zrt. in 1986, engaging in trading activities and the world-wide sourcing activity of the company. By 1990, he had advanced to Executive Vice President and served on the Board of Directors from 1991 to 2013.
- VIDEOTON HOLDING ZRt.: In 1991, Mr. Lakatos, along with two partners from Műszertechnika, led the buy-out of VIDEOTON HOLDING ZRt. He (together with Mr Ottó Sinkó) continues to serve as co-CEO and Board Member, mainly focusing on business development and optimizing manufacturing operations.
- European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT): In July 2016, Mr. Lakatos was appointed to the EIT Governing Board by the European Commission, serving a four-year term. The EIT fosters innovation and entrepreneurial talent across Europe.
- Confederation of Hungarian Employers and Industrialists (MGYOSZ): Mr Lakatos has been actively involved in the operation of the Association since 2016. As co-president of the organization since 2020-, and as president from 2024 his goal is to increase the number of successful Hungarian companies on the international market.
- Bravogroup: Joint owner and honorary president since 2007.
- Átrium Film-Színház: Owner of a historic Bauhaus building in Budapest, housing the Átrium Film-Színház, a prominent mainstream-alternative theater venue.
- GLT (Global Leaders for Tomorrow): Mr Lakatos is a WEF alumni 1996 from the GLT (Global Leaders for Tomorrow) program