Peter Dudič - Co-founder and CEO

Q: Where is Peter based?

Peter is based in Bratislava, Slovakia and can operate in on-site , hybrid , and remote work models.

Q: What languages does Peter speak?

Peter speaks the following languages: German (Advanced), English (Advanced) .

Q: How many years of experience does Peter have?

Peter has at least 13 years of experience. During this time, Peter has worked in at least 10 different roles and for 11 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 2 months . Note that Peter may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Peter's latest experience?

Peter's most recent position is Co-founder and CEO at Pelidum Trust & Safety .

Q: What companies has Peter worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Peter has worked for Pelidum Trust & Safety , Trust and Safety Network , TrustLab , and Freelance .

Q: Which industries is Peter most experienced in?

Peter is most experienced in industries like Information Technology (IT) , Media, Entertainment and Publishing , and Professional Services . Peter also has some experience in Education and Government and Public Administration .

Q: Which business areas is Peter most experienced in?

Peter is most experienced in business areas like Legal and Compliance , Strategy and Planning , and Project Management . Peter also has some experience in Operations , Sales , and Research and Development (R&D) .

Q: Which industries has Peter worked in recently?

Peter has recently worked in industries like Professional Services and Information Technology (IT) .

Q: Which business areas has Peter worked in recently?

Peter has recently worked in business areas like Legal and Compliance , Operations , and Sales .

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Bratislava, Slovakia

Experience

Sep 2024 - Present

1 year 6 months

Co-founder and CEO

Pelidum Trust & Safety

Lead a team of seasoned Trust & Safety professionals to provide tailored solutions addressing the evolving challenges of online safety and compliance for businesses, governments, and NGOs.
Steer the company's vision while guiding clients through complex regulations, including the Digital Services Act (DSA), to ensure adherence and proactive adaptation.
Develop innovative tools and methodologies to enhance content moderation, crisis management, and user protection.

Sep 2024 - Present

1 year 6 months

Advisor

Trust and Safety Network

Contribute expertise to a dedicated network focused on enhancing internet safety by collaborating in working groups and providing feedback on proposals addressing online challenges like child protection, hate speech, and disinformation.

Feb 2021 - Jun 2024

3 years 5 months

Director, Regulatory Europe & Trust & Safety Policy Lead

TrustLab

Led worldwide measurement services with patented technology, overseeing sales, operations, policy, and key client relationships as the primary regional representative in Europe.
Developed and executed trust and safety policy and compliance strategies.

Jan 2021 - Mar 2021

3 months

Consultant

Freelance

Jul 2019 - Jan 2021

1 year 7 months

Head of Legal and Compliance

Nect GmbH

Directed the company's legal strategy, corporate governance, and GDPR compliance framework.

Sep 2018 - Feb 2019

6 months

Legal Specialist

Google

Completed a 6-month assignment with the German Legal team, performing paralegal work on German litigation, assisting with complaints directed at Google products, and ensuring NetzDG compliance.

Dec 2013 - Jul 2019

5 years 8 months

Senior Legal Strategist & Policy Manager

YouTube

Progressed through roles of increasing responsibility, from Policy Enforcement Associate to Senior Legal Strategist, shaping legal and policy enforcement across Europe.
Led legal strategy for DACH, Nordics, and CEE, mitigating risk by resolving court orders, government requests, and defamation complaints in compliance with local laws. Served as NetzDG Project Lead.
Acted as a specialist for key policy verticals including illegality, hate speech, and privacy.
Served on the Policy Emergency Response Team, handling crisis response escalations for the EMEA region.
Drove significant efficiency gains by leading a migration to a new review tool that resulted in 5x faster reviews.
Managed a new ticket system that saved 30% of review time.
Honored with the YouTube Special Achievement Award and multiple Most Valuable Admin certificates.

Jul 2013 - Nov 2013

5 months

Researcher

European Academy for Taxes, Economics & Law

Jan 2013 - Mar 2013

3 months

Program Coordinator

Institute for Cultural Diplomacy

Nov 2012 - Dec 2012

2 months

Researcher

Civic Consulting

Jun 2012 - Aug 2012

3 months

Research and Administrative Assistant

Australian Embassy, Germany

Industries Experience

See where this freelancer has spent most of their professional time. Longer bars indicate deeper hands-on experience, while shorter ones reflect targeted or project-based work.

Experienced in Information Technology (7 years), Media and Entertainment (5.5 years), Professional Services (5 years), and Education (0.5 years).

Information Technology

Media and Entertainment

Professional Services

Education

Business Areas Experience

The graph below provides a cumulative view of the freelancer's experience across multiple business areas, calculated from completed and active engagements. It highlights the areas where the freelancer has most frequently contributed to planning, execution, and delivery of business outcomes.

Experienced in Legal (12 years), Strategy (7 years), Project Management (6 years), Operations (3.5 years), Sales (3.5 years), and Research and Development (2 years).

Legal

Strategy

Project Management

Operations

Sales

Research and Development

Summary

A digital safety leader with over 10 years of experience driving Trust & Safety strategy at the world's leading tech companies, including Google and YouTube. As the CEO and Co-Founder of Pelidum, I leverage deep expertise in online safety, content moderation, and regulatory compliance to help platforms, governments, and organizations navigate complex digital challenges. At Pelidum, our mission is to create safer, more accountable digital spaces by offering expert advisory, strategic support, and operational audits tailored to meet new regulatory demands like the EU Digital Services Act (DSA).

Languages

German

Advanced

English

Advanced

Education

Oct 2010 - Jun 2011

University of Kent

Master of Laws · International Law with International Relations · Canterbury, United Kingdom

Oct 2007 - Jun 2010

Canterbury Christ Church University

Bachelor of Science · Politics & Government · Canterbury, United Kingdom

Certifications & licenses

Most Valuable Admin Certificates

YouTube

YouTube Special Achievement Award

YouTube

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Created

November 2025

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Where is Peter based?

Peter is based in Bratislava, Slovakia and can operate in on-site, hybrid, and remote work models.

What languages does Peter speak?

Peter speaks the following languages: German (Advanced), English (Advanced).

How many years of experience does Peter have?

Peter has at least 13 years of experience. During this time, Peter has worked in at least 10 different roles and for 11 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 2 months. Note that Peter may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Peter be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Peter would be well-suited for roles such as: Co-founder and CEO, Advisor, Director, Regulatory Europe & Trust & Safety Policy Lead.

What is Peter's latest experience?

Peter's most recent position is Co-founder and CEO at Pelidum Trust & Safety.

What companies has Peter worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Peter has worked for Pelidum Trust & Safety, Trust and Safety Network, TrustLab, and Freelance.

Which industries is Peter most experienced in?

Peter is most experienced in industries like Information Technology (IT), Media, Entertainment and Publishing, and Professional Services. Peter also has some experience in Education and Government and Public Administration.

Which business areas is Peter most experienced in?

Peter is most experienced in business areas like Legal and Compliance, Strategy and Planning, and Project Management. Peter also has some experience in Operations, Sales, and Research and Development (R&D).

Which industries has Peter worked in recently?

Peter has recently worked in industries like Professional Services and Information Technology (IT).

Which business areas has Peter worked in recently?

Peter has recently worked in business areas like Legal and Compliance, Operations, and Sales.

What is Peter's education?

Peter holds a Master in International Law with International Relations from University of Kent and a Bachelor in Politics & Government from Canterbury Christ Church University.

Does Peter have any certificates?

Peter has 2 certificates. These include: Most Valuable Admin Certificates and YouTube Special Achievement Award.

What is the availability of Peter?

Peter is immediately available part-time for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Peter?

Peter's rate depends on the specific project requirements. Please use the Meet button on the profile to schedule a meeting and discuss the details.