Mikhail is a DPhil researcher in International Relations at the University of Oxford. His research examines how asymmetries in technological capabilities shape multilateral negotiations, international cooperation, and the governance of emerging technologies, with a particular focus on digital trade and artificial intelligence.
Prior to Oxford, Mikhail held senior leadership roles at Amazon Web Services, Microsoft, and Oracle, spanning technology strategy, cloud computing, and public policy. He is the founder and Chair of the Equitera Institute, a Boston-based organization focused on international affairs and technology governance.
Mikhail holds a Master in Public Administration from Harvard Kennedy School, an MBA from the University of California, Berkeley, and a bachelor’s degree in Mathematics and Computer Science.
