Nayia Barmpaliou
About Nayia Barmpaliou
Nayia Barmpaliou serves as the Head of Public Policy and Initiatives at the Centre for Cybersecurity at the World Economic Forum. She has extensive experience in public policy, having previously worked at the European Commission in various roles related to international aid, cybercrime, and social inclusion.
Current Role at World Economic Forum
Nayia Barmpaliou serves as the Head of Public Policy and Initiatives at the Centre for Cybersecurity within the World Economic Forum. She has held this position since 2018, contributing to the development and implementation of policies related to cybersecurity on a global scale. Her role involves engaging with various stakeholders to enhance cybersecurity initiatives and promote international cooperation.
Previous Experience at European Commission
Prior to her current role, Nayia Barmpaliou worked at the European Commission in various capacities. From 2013 to 2018, she served as the Cyber and Organised Crime Policy Coordinator and Programme Manager for International Cooperation. Earlier, she was an International Aid and Cooperation Officer from 2010 to 2011 and provided quality support on social inclusion and protection at the EuropeAid Cooperation Office in 2006.
Educational Background
Nayia Barmpaliou has a diverse educational background. She studied at Democritus University of Thrace, where she obtained a Master of Laws from 1998 to 2003. She also attended Maastricht University, achieving a master's degree in 2005. Additionally, she studied at Tulane University Law School in 2003 and again in 2004, as well as Aarhus University for one year from 2000 to 2001.
Expertise in Cybersecurity and Policy
Nayia Barmpaliou possesses extensive expertise in cybersecurity and public policy. Her experience at the European Commission and the World Economic Forum has equipped her with a deep understanding of international cooperation in cybersecurity, organized crime, and social inclusion. Her work focuses on developing effective policies to address complex challenges in the cybersecurity landscape.