Zsuzsanna Szálka is a dynamic force in the world of music management and education. As the classical and contemporary music curator at the House of Hungarian Music, she shapes diverse musical experiences. As an international music management lecturer at the Central European University and at the University of Applied Arts in Budapest, her focus is on cultural project management and organizational development. She is devoted to helping students realize their visionary cultural projects in the vibrant arts scene of Vienna. Her innovative approach shines as a curator for the Ördögkatlan Festival, where she introduces exciting chamber music concerts and engaging workshops. Zsuzsanna’s past roles include fostering international relations at Müpa-Budapest and heading concert management at the Liszt Academy of Music. A pioneering cultural manager, she organized the Kultúrfürdő Festival, founded the Night of Choirs, and directed the Átlátszó Hang New Music Festival for several years. Passionate about raising awareness of women's creative power in music, she has led initiatives like MusicaFemina International and Play It Loud!, trying to making a profound impact on the cultural landscape.