Erik O Donovan

Head of Digital Economy Policy, with the Irish business group, Ibec. Erik has worked at a senior level with business, policy makers and regulators at national, EU and OECD levels for 25 years. Since 2016, he has led and provided cross-sectoral policy and representation services to Ibec networks in engaging national and international partners on digital and AI policy affairs. He represents Ibec on the Government’s Enterprise Digital Advisory Forum (EDAF) and is a co-founder of the B(usiness)9+ Group, who engage the D(igital)9+ EU Ministers. With Ibec since 1999, he has held a range of senior roles including: the Brussels-based Head of Ibec Europe, Ibec’s permanent representation to EU institutions and stakeholders; energy; and the green transition. Previously worked in pharmaceutical industry. Interested in lifelong learning with third level qualifications in analytical science, environmental science, economic policy, European law, cyberpsychology, design thinking, digital policy and strategy.