Kilian Blum

Kilian Blum is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in technology strategy and political risk analysis. Since February 2017, Kilian has held several leadership roles at Swiss Re, including Head of Tech Strategy and Head of Digital & Smart Analytics Americas. Prior freelance work includes contributing to IHS as an Economics & Country Risk analyst and serving as a Political Risk Analyst for Longview Global Advisors. Kilian's earlier experience includes project management at the St. Gallen Symposium, an internship at Switzerland Global Enterprise, and a business internship at David Chipperfield Architects. Kilian holds two Master's degrees in International Affairs and Law and Diplomacy from the University of St. Gallen and The Fletcher School at Tufts University, respectively, along with a Bachelor's degree in International Affairs from the University of St. Gallen.