David Cohen
About David Cohen
David Cohen is a Technology & Operations Manager with extensive experience in managing participant experience and security requirements for virtual events. He has a strong background in coordinating international marketing campaigns and played a key role in transitioning the World Economic Forum's events to virtual formats during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Work at World Economic Forum
David Cohen has been serving as the Technology & Operations Manager at the World Economic Forum since 2021. In this role, he manages participant experience, business and security requirements, and staff training specifically for virtual events. His responsibilities include overseeing the transition of events from physical to virtual formats, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic, where he implemented a dedicated digital environment to facilitate this change.
Education and Expertise
David Cohen holds a Bachelor's degree from Concordia University, which he completed from 2006 to 2009. He further advanced his education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) from the University of Geneva, studying from 2013 to 2017. Additionally, he completed his high school education at the International School of Geneva. His educational background supports his expertise in managing large events, internal and external communication strategies, and coordinating international marketing campaigns.
Background
David Cohen has extensive experience in managing both public and private events, as well as entrepreneurial projects. His career has focused on enhancing participant experiences and ensuring that business and security requirements are met. This background has equipped him with the skills necessary to navigate the complexities of virtual event management and operational logistics.
Achievements
David Cohen has a proven track record in transitioning events to virtual formats, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic. His key contributions include implementing a dedicated digital environment at the World Economic Forum, which played a significant role in maintaining the continuity of events during a challenging period. His experience in managing large-scale events and campaigns further highlights his capabilities in this field.