Robert Kolthek
About Robert Kolthek
Robert Kolthek serves as the Vice President of Regulation at Liberty Global, a position he has held since 2015. He has a background in law and information technology, with extensive experience in regulatory affairs.
Work at Liberty Global
Robert Kolthek has held the position of Vice President Regulation at Liberty Global since 2015, contributing to regulatory strategies and compliance efforts for nine years in Schiphol-Rijk. Prior to this role, he served as Director Regulatory Affairs from 2007 to 2012 in Amsterdam, where he focused on regulatory issues affecting the company. His extensive experience at Liberty Global highlights his commitment to navigating complex regulatory environments.
Education and Expertise
Robert Kolthek has a solid educational background in law and technology. He studied at Leiden University from 1990 to 1997, completing a seven-year program. He furthered his education at the Dutch Bar Association from 1997 to 2000, where he engaged in Professional Law Education for three years. Additionally, he attended Grotius Academie from 2003 to 2004, focusing on Information Technology and law for one year. This diverse educational foundation supports his expertise in regulatory affairs.
Background in Legal Practice
Before joining Liberty Global, Robert Kolthek gained valuable experience in legal practice. He worked as an Attorney at Andersen Legal / Wouters Advocaten & Notarissen from 2000 to 2002 for two years. Following this, he joined Baker & McKenzie, where he continued his role as an Attorney from 2002 to 2004 for another two years. These positions provided him with a strong foundation in legal matters relevant to his current regulatory role.
Career Progression
Robert Kolthek's career has shown a consistent focus on regulatory affairs within the telecommunications sector. After his initial legal roles, he transitioned to Liberty Global, where he first served as Director Regulatory Affairs from 2007 to 2012, before advancing to Vice President Regulation in 2015. His career trajectory reflects a deepening expertise in regulatory compliance and strategic oversight in the industry.