Adrian Quesada Rodriguez
About Adrian Quesada Rodriguez
Adrian Quesada Rodriguez is a Project Manager and Data Protection Officer with extensive experience in compliance and data protection activities. He holds multiple degrees in law and telecommunications, and has worked in various international organizations, contributing to the analysis of legal implications of emerging technologies.
Current Role at IoT Lab
Adrian Quesada Rodriguez serves as Project Manager and Data Protection Officer at The IoT Lab since 2018. In this role, he leads compliance activities, including Data Protection Impact Assessments, risk modeling, and contingency planning. He also manages a network of Data Protection Officers within the organization, ensuring adherence to data protection regulations and best practices.
Professional Experience
Adrian has a diverse professional background. He worked at Diplofoundation as a Policy and Technology Assistant for six months in 2017. He also held positions at the International Air Transport Association (IATA) as an International Graduate Intern and at the Internet Society as an Independent Contractor. His experience includes roles at Universidad De Costa Rica, where he served as a Research Assistant, Practitioner, Teaching Assistant, and Mediator.
Educational Background
Adrian holds a Bachelor's degree in Law from Universidad de Costa Rica, completed from 2007 to 2012. He furthered his education with multiple Master's degrees, including International Law from the Graduate Institute of International and Development Studies (2015-2017) and Telecommunications Economics from Universidad Nacional de Educación a Distancia (2014-2015). He also achieved an LLM in Law, Technology, Electronic Commerce, and Telecommunications from Universidad de Costa Rica (2012-2014).
Certifications and Specializations
Adrian is certified by the International Association of Privacy Professionals, holding credentials such as FIP, CIPP/E, and CIPM. His expertise includes analyzing the legal implications of disruptive technologies, including IoT, blockchain, smart cities, smart cars, and 5G. He is recognized for his knowledge in data protection and compliance within the technology sector.
Previous Roles and Contributions
Adrian's career includes significant contributions to various organizations. He worked as a Fellow at the Internet Governance Forum Secretariat and as a Freelance Curator for the Geneva Internet Platform at Diplofoundation. His roles at Universidad De Costa Rica included teaching and research positions, where he contributed to academic and practical aspects of law and technology.