Björn Juretzki

Björn Juretzki serves as the Head of Unit for Data Policy and Innovation at the Directorate General for Communications Networks, Content and Technology (DG CONNECT). This unit plays a pivotal role in nurturing the European data economy by driving policy initiatives like the Data Act and the Data Governance Act. It also coordinates Common European Data Spaces and spearheads the strategic research and innovation agenda in the sector.

Previously, Mr. Juretzki worked as a policy officer in artificial intelligence and robotics and was Assistant to the Director-General in DG CONNECT. Additionally, he held a position as Visiting Professor at the College of Europe.

Mr. Juretzki's academic credentials include degrees in International Relations, Media and Communication Studies, and European History from the University of Erfurt, along with the London School of Economics.