Damjan Manchevski
Director of Strategic Accounts & General Manager for Balkans, MakSystem
Damjan Manchevski is a seasoned digital transformation expert and currently serves as Director of Strategic Accounts and General Manager for the Balkans at a global health-tech company focused on software solutions for blood, plasma, and cell therapy management. He brings extensive leadership experience from both the public and private sectors, having previously served as Minister responsible for information society, digital governance, and public administration. During his tenure, he led the development of key national platforms for e-services, digital identity, cybersecurity, and open data. He was also instrumental in organizing the first regional digital summit in cooperation with international partners. Today, he remains actively engaged in advancing the digital agenda through his advisory and board roles in business and technology-focused organizations. With a strong background in engineering and international policy, he is a recognized advocate for innovation, digital inclusion, and AI-driven growth in Southeast Europe.