Žiga Drev

Žiga Drev is the Founder and Managing Director of Trace Labs and OriginTrail, a pioneering Web3 infrastructure project focused on creating a Decentralized Knowledge Graph.14

Professional Background

• Co-founded Trace Labs in 2013, initially implementing traceability systems for food processing companies in Europe1
• Introduced blockchain technology to supply chain solutions in 20161
• Launched the Ethereum-based OriginTrail protocol in 20181

Education

Drev has a comprehensive academic background:

• Bachelor's in International Relations from University of Ljubljana (2008-2012)
• Master of Business Administration (MBA) from University of Ljubljana, Faculty of Economics (2012-2014)1

Professional Achievements

• Awarded the Walmart Innovation Spark Award in 20171
• Works with industry leaders including British Standards Institution, Oracle, and Swiss Federal Railways1
• Developed OriginTrail, the world's first Decentralized Knowledge Graph that connects physical and digital worlds13

Language Skills

• Native/Bilingual: Slovenian
• Full Professional: English
• Professional Working: Serbian
• Limited Working: French1

Drev is recognized for fostering innovative solutions that help global organizations solve complex problems in blockchain, supply chain, and knowledge management.2