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Michael Villa

Executive Director

smartEn Smart Energy Europe

Country or State

Belgium

Bio

- Senior EU regulatory affairs professional with more than 10 years of experience in Brussels working for companies and business organisations; - Deep expertise in EU energy policies, in particular energy efficiency, electricity market design, smart buildings, e-mobility; - Extensive experience in strategic planning, advocacy, lobby, government relations, analytical problem solving, political communications and media relations; - Ability to get intelligence, synthesize, brief, report and draft policy documents; - Analytical, creative and critical thinker; - Ability to work under pressure, efficient management of resources; - Proven coordination and negotiating skills; - Rigour, excellent organisational skills, results-oriented approach with an eye for detail; - Networker, able to work independently and as part of a team, managed up to 4 colleagues; - Comfortable in working with C-Suite executives and top policy-makers; - Highly developed sense of responsibility and proactive initiative. Specialties: International/European/national Lobbying; Advocacy, Public Affairs; Sustainability; Energy; Climate Change; Strategic Analysis & Planning; Messaging & Communication; Public Relations; Networking; Relationship Building; Partnership & Alliance Development; Influencing; Data Analysis & Evaluation; Motivation.

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Current Position

Executive Director at smartEn Smart Energy Europe

Degrees

Master, European Studies

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