David Zylberberg

Junior Professional

Brussels, Belgium

David Zylberberg is a strategist in youth engagement, new media and public diplomacy. An ongoing entrepreneur, David started his first business at age fifteen. Prior to coming to the States in 2009, he served as a political advisor for a member of the Belgian government, and then for a member of Parliament, with a strong focus on International politics, crisis communication and campaign management.

David's primary goal is to find innovative ways of linking the best practices of business, politics, communication and culture. His passion for the Internet and social media began at age 15, when he designed his first social network. Later, he transformed his interest into results by managing a 2009 electoral campaign in Belgium, putting a strong effort in social media communication. David is on the board of many non-profit organizations ranging from civic engagement to cultural initiatives. As he currently serves as the Vice President of the Belgian American Chamber of Commerce, New England Chapter, David manages a Public Diplomacy practice at SocialSphere, Inc. a cambridge-based strategy company.

He holds a Master's Degree in European Studies and a Bachelor's in Political Science from the Université Libre de Bruxelles. He is fluent in French and English and speaks some Flemish.

He joined Motu Novu in 2010.