Kosyo N. Ivanov

Kosyo N. Ivanov is a highly experienced professional in the field of organized crime analysis, currently serving as a Senior Analyst at the Global Initiative against Transnational Organized Crime since July 2018. With a robust background that includes roles such as Regional Coordinator for Europe, Analyst, and Ad-Hoc Research Assistant, Ivanov has contributed significantly to the development of the Global Organized Crime Index, focusing on research related to organized crime in Europe and Asia. Prior to this, Ivanov held various positions in online marketing and criminology, including a Senior SEO Service Manager at First Online Solutions and a Criminology Expert at the Justice Development Foundation. Ivanov's educational credentials include a Master of Science in Countering Organised Crime and Terrorism from UCL and a Bachelor of Arts in Criminology from Lancaster University.