About Us
Lab Pro started because we got tired of boring finance courses. You know the type — dusty textbooks, lecturers who sound like they're reading from a script, zero practical application. We wanted something different. Something where you actually *learn* instead of just memorizing formulas. We're a small outfit in Brașov that believes finance shouldn't feel like punishment. Our courses are built by people who've actually worked in finance, made mistakes, and figured out what actually matters. We teach the skills you'll use tomorrow, not just theory for theory's sake.
Over time, we’ve built a reputation for reliability, quality, and clear communication. We treat each project as a partnership and aim for outcomes that last.
Our Story
Lab Pro launched 8 years ago when our founder got frustrated teaching finance at a corporate training firm. Employees were sleeping through sessions. Real talk: it was rough. So we started small—13 people taking evening classes in a rented space. Word got around. Now we've taught 3,847 students across Romania, and we're still just as scrappy as day one. We've never chased big money from investors or tried to become something we're not. We've just focused on getting better at teaching finance in a way that clicks.
Our Approach
Our approach combines proven methods with modern tools. We start with discovery, align on goals, plan clearly, and execute with quality checks at every step.
Our Core Values
The principles that guide everything we do
Honesty Over Everything
We don't sugarcoat. Your portfolio will sometimes lose money. We tell you that upfront. No false promises, no 'get rich quick' nonsense—just truth about how markets actually work.
Practical Beats Theoretical
You won't memorize formulas you'll never use. Everything we teach connects to real situations you'll face with your own money. Spreadsheets, real data, actual decisions.
Respect Your Time
We know your schedule is packed. Our courses are structured so you learn the essentials fast. No filler. No 47-minute videos about one concept that could've been 12 minutes.
Accessibility Matters
Finance shouldn't be gatekept by the wealthy. We keep pricing reasonable and explain things in plain language. Your income shouldn't determine whether you understand money.
Meet Our Team
The people behind Lab Pro
We’re a team that values ownership, clarity, and growth. We celebrate wins, learn fast, and keep client outcomes at the center.
Mircea Popescu
Founder & Lead Instructor
Former investment analyst who burned out on spreadsheets. Built Lab Pro because he wanted to teach finance without the pretense. Still trades on weekends (for fun, mostly).
Elena Stoica
Course Development Director
Economics degree, but actually cares about making material engaging. She tests every lesson on her 15-year-old niece. If it confuses her, we rewrite it. That's Elena's standard.
Andrei Kovacs
Curriculum Manager
Former high school teacher who pivoted to finance education. Obsessive about clear explanations. Probably the only person here who genuinely enjoys writing course outlines.