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Profile
Academic Expertise
As an interdisciplinary scholar, I am driven by a passion for rigorous research and impactful discovery. My work in international relations focuses on geopolitics and energy security, infrastructure security, terrorism and cybersecurity, foreign policy, and institutionalism, fostering insights that advance academic and professional discourse.
Global Consulting and Leadership
I provide strategic guidance to executives and organisations navigating complex global dynamics. By integrating cross-cultural intelligence and geopolitical foresight, I empower leaders to excel in high-stakes negotiations, build resilient organisations, and drive sustainable growth.
Education
- PhD Candidate, International Relations and European Studies, Metropolitan University Prague (ongoing).
- MA, International Policy and Diplomacy, Staffordshire University, United Kingdom.
- Bachelor’s Degree, Banking Management, College of Banking, Prague.
Teaching and Public Speaking
My passion for teaching engages students, professionals, and diplomatic audiences through advanced lectures and compelling presentations. I translate complex global issues into practical insights, fostering critical understanding.
Strategic Partnerships and Innovation
As an International Partnerships Manager and Innovation Manager, I forge global collaborations that drive innovation and growth. My work bridges sectors, from energy security to diplomacy, delivering transformative outcomes.
Media and Outreach
As host and producer of ‘IR thinker‘, an esteemed international talk show, I facilitate thought-provoking discussions with global experts, offering nuanced perspectives on international affairs.
Connect with me to explore consulting services, watch IR Thinker episodes, or discuss collaborative opportunities.
Research Focus
- Geopolitics and Energy Security
- Infrastructure Security
- Terrorism and Cybersecurity
- Diplomacy and Foreign Policy
- Institutionalism
For more information, please visit the RESEARCH section of this website.
Advisory
- Geopolitics & Foreign Policy Advisory
- Smart Executive Mindset
For more information, please visit the ADVISORY section of this website.
Affiliation
Junior Associate
2021 – present, Energy Policy Unit
Focus: energy relations in Asia, terrorism, and cyber threats
Institute of International Relations Prague, Czechia
PhD Candidate / Graduate Teaching Assistant
2020 – present, International Relations and European Studies
Dissertation: The Sino-Russian Role in the Northeast Asian Energy Cooperation
Metropolitan University Prague, Czechia
Public Speaking
22. November 2023, Coherent EU Diplomacy in the Face of the War in Ukraine: Striving for a Unified Response, Prague, Czech Republic
2. May 2022, Late Night Diplomacy conference in Prague, Czech Republic, speech: “Energy Relations of Europe – Security vs. Sustainability”
5. – 6. October 2021, 13th International Symposium on the Czech Foreign Policy: Post-pandemic Foreign Policy: Strengthening Resilience, Prospects and Pitfalls in Prague, Czech Republic, speech: “Decarbonisation in Northeast Asia – South Korean Perspectives”
27. – 28. May 2021, 10th International Conference of the University of Finance and Administration in Prague, Czech Republic: “FINANCIAL MARKETS 2021 – Innovation and Sustainability”, speech: “Cyberterrorism: A Global Threat to Financial Institutions”
14. – 16. December 2020, International Masaryk Conference for Ph.D. Students and Young Researchers 2020, speech: “Russia’s Turn to the East: The Origins of Intellectual Discourse”
International Mobility
19 May 2025 – 23 May 2025, European University Institute, Florence, Italy. A visiting PhD scholar.
16 January 2023 – 15 May 2023, School of International Relations, University of St Andrews, Scotland. A visiting PhD scholar.
10 July 2022 – 10 January 2023, Department of Politics and International Relations – University of Dundee, Scotland. A visiting PhD scholar.
1 Feb – 1 April 2022, Centre for Energy, Petroleum & Mineral Law and Policy (CEPMLP) – University of Dundee, Scotland. A visiting PhD scholar.