Tebogo Kopane

Tebogo Kopane is an experienced professional in international trade and operations management, currently serving as the Director and International Trade Advisor for the SADC region at Catalonia Trade & Investment since April 2023. Prior to this role, Tebogo held the position of Chief Operating Officer at Young Aspiring Thinkers, overseeing organizational operations and stakeholder engagement. As a Market Research Analyst for ADVANTAGE AUSTRIA in South Africa, Tebogo promoted trade between Austrian and Southern African firms. Previous experience includes working as a Research Analyst at Rein Global, focusing on regulatory compliance and market analysis, as well as an intern at the African Centre for the Study of the United States, where important events and processes were coordinated. Tebogo began the career as a Research Assistant at In On Africa, contributing to project development through primary research. Educational qualifications include a Master of Arts in International Affairs from The George Washington University and multiple degrees in International Relations and Psychology from the University of the Witwatersrand.