George Bugan

George Bugan is an experienced professional with a diverse background in project and program management, currently serving as the Innovation Exchange Global Lead at Armillaria since January 2022. In this role, George facilitates stakeholder engagement with the Innovations Exchange platform to promote solution scalability and partnership development. Previous positions include Program Manager at Armillaria, where George implemented transformational initiatives, and Project Manager with a focus on equitable data marketplaces. Additional experience includes roles at Zebras Unite as Operations Catalyst, red lab as Project Management Officer, and Promise Hub as Strategy & Content Manager, reflecting a strong commitment to social impact through organizational development and education. Academic credentials include a Master of Science in Project Management from Scoala Nationala de Studii Politice si Administrative and a Bachelor of Arts in International Politics & History from Jacobs University Bremen.