16 Oct 2025
Commission appoints a new Director for the European Innovation Council and SMEs Executive Agency (EISMEA)
The European Commission has appointed Momchil Sabev as new Director of the European Innovation Council and SMEs Executive Agency (EISMEA). Mr Sabev succeeds Jean-David Malo, who became director (act.) of Directorate A in DG R&I. The date of effect will be determined later.
With 35 years of experience, Momchil Sabev brings extensive institutional expertise and entrepreneurial insight to his role as Principal Adviser and Director of EISMEA. Mr Sabev, a Bulgarian national, is currently Head of Unit for Budget and Financial Management at the Directorate-General for Regional and Urban Policy (DG REGIO).
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