Collin Kurre
About Collin Kurre
Collin Kurre is a Senior Internet Policy Manager at Ofcom, with a strong background in internet policy and governance. He holds Master's degrees from Georgetown University and Universidad Nacional de General San Martín, and has worked in various roles focusing on online safety, user rights, and transparency.
Work at Ofcom
Collin Kurre has been serving as the Senior Internet Policy Manager at Ofcom since 2021. In this role, he focuses on internet policy issues, contributing to the regulatory framework that governs online safety and user rights in the United Kingdom. His work involves analyzing complex policy matters and providing insights that inform decision-making processes within the organization.
Education and Expertise
Collin Kurre holds a Master's Degree from Georgetown University and another Master's Degree from Universidad Nacional de General San Martín. He also earned a Bachelor's Degree from Birmingham-Southern College. His academic background supports his expertise in international online safety issues, with a focus on transparency, user rights, risk assessment, and enforcement.
Background in Internet Policy
Collin Kurre has a diverse background in internet policy and governance. He has held various positions that have contributed to his comprehensive understanding of the field. His previous roles include working as a Digital Program Officer at ARTICLE 19 and as a Privacy and Freedom of Expression Manager at BT. Additionally, he has experience with ICANN, where he served as a Non-commercial Representative and Chair of the Cross-Community Working Party on Human Rights.
Previous Roles and Responsibilities
Before his current position at Ofcom, Collin Kurre worked in several key roles. He was a Digital Program Officer at ARTICLE 19 from 2017 to 2019, focusing on digital rights. He also worked at ICANN, where he was involved in the EPDP on gTLD Registration (WHOIS) Data and chaired the Cross-Community Working Party on Human Rights. His role at BT as Privacy and Freedom of Expression Manager further solidified his expertise in internet policy.
Communication Skills and Public Engagement
Collin Kurre possesses a strong ability to distill complex technical and policy issues into understandable concepts for broader audiences. This skill enhances his effectiveness in engaging with stakeholders and the public, ensuring that important internet policy discussions are accessible to various audiences.