Goran Gotev

Goran Gotev is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in government affairs and public policy, particularly within the technology and cybersecurity sectors. Currently serving as Head of Technology Practice and Associate Director at Rud Pedersen Public Affairs, Goran leads a team of consultants and senior advisors while overseeing client services, business development, and marketing initiatives. Previous roles include Director of Government Affairs EMEA at Okta, where responsibilities included establishing the EMEA advocacy practice and coordinating efforts on cybersecurity and data policy issues. Goran has also held senior positions at BlackBerry, BSA | The Software Alliance, and Symantec, and served as a policy adviser in the European Parliament, focusing on digital policies and legislative negotiations. Goran's educational background includes multiple degrees in Political Science and Intercultural Relations from the University of Lille 1 Sciences and Technology.