As the Director of Government Relations and Public Relations at BIGO, a global leader in live streaming and social media platforms, I leverage my 20 years of experience in the public and private sectors to advance the company's interests and reputation in the markets where we operate. I have a JD degree and I am fluent in Spanish, Armenian, and Arabic, which enables me to communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders and audiences.My core competencies include strategic communications, government relations, regulatory affairs, compliance, lobbying, research, analysis, diplomacy, and cultural sensitivity. I am passionate about building productive relationships with elected officials, industry representatives, NGOs, and media outlets to influence policies and public opinion that support our vision and mission. I am also responsible for developing and implementing lobbying strategies and protocols for regulatory issues that affect our business and users. I am proud to have received the President's Award in 2014 for being among the top 1% of all global employees.