Julia Koch

Julia Koch is currently the Head of Partnerships at SideUp, where they build strategic connections to enhance the company's presence in the UK and US. With a background in International Relations, they previously served as a Business Development Manager for Inward Investment at the UK Department for Business and Trade, supporting Brazilian companies in their international expansion across various sectors. Julia's earlier roles included positions at ACATE and Fundação CERTI, contributing to Brazil's innovation ecosystem. They conducted research on innovation diplomacy and have experience as an exchange student in Denmark, which fostered their passion for cross-cultural collaboration and development.