Torsten de Riese

Torsten de Riese is an accomplished media and digital strategy professional with extensive experience in leadership roles across various companies. Currently serving as an Independent Board Advisor at Be the Business and Managing Director at Dods Group Ltd, Torsten also holds the position of Director of Political Intelligence, responsible for editorial and P&L management in Brussels and London. As the Founder of Silicon Abbey, a social enterprise focused on fostering a digital future, and previously the Founder of Kontenthaus, which specializes in editorial and promotional video content, Torsten has demonstrated a commitment to innovation and digital advancement. Previous roles include significant positions at Google, the International Press Institute, NewsCred, CNBC, and The Guardian, where Torsten played pivotal roles in developing digital strategies, mentoring startups, and leading mobile business initiatives. Torsten holds degrees from Akademie für Publizistik Hamburg, UCL, and the University of Hamburg.