I'm Nenad Bago, founder of AI-RIS, an AI-first company delivering hallucination-free, evidence-based intelligence for critical sectors including environment, healthcare, and education. With more than 20 years of experience leading multi-million-dollar projects across governance, sustainability, and international development, I fuse strategic leadership, cross-functional team management, and data-driven decision-making to design and scale impactful solutions globally.

Nenad Bago

I'm Nenad Bago, founder of AI-RIS, an AI-first company delivering hallucination-free, evidence-based intelligence for critical sectors including environment, healthcare, and education. With more than 20 years of experience leading multi-million-dollar projects across governance, sustainability, and international development, I fuse strategic leadership, cross-functional team management, and data-driven decision-making to design and scale impactful solutions globally.

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I’m Nenad Bago, founder of AI-RIS, an AI-first company delivering hallucination-free, evidence-based intelligence for critical sectors including environment, healthcare, and education.

With more than 20 years of experience leading multi-million-dollar projects across governance, sustainability, and international development, I fuse strategic leadership, cross-functional team management, and data-driven decision-making to design and scale impactful solutions globally.

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Language

English
Fluent
Bosnian
Fluent
Indonesian
Fluent

Work Experience

Founder at AI-RIS / Climate Smart Fields
January 1, 2023 - Present
Founded AI-first company delivering trustworthy, transparent intelligence. Built environmental app supporting sustainable agriculture and renewable energy. Leading dual English-German healthcare app, planning global expansion to EU, Americas, and Southeast Asia. Oversees strategy, product development, and cross-functional teams.
Business Development & Sustainability Product Manager at Nature’s Vault, Singapore
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2023
Designed and implemented carbon removal projects in SE Asia, aligning with UN SDGs. Managed multi-country teams and stakeholder networks.
Independent Consultant at Independent
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2020
Advised on rule of law, access to justice, and governance reforms in Southeast Asia. Provided strategic guidance to international organizations and governments.
Senior Rule of Law Advisor at USAID Indonesia
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2015
Designed and managed $8M governance and justice projects for marginalized communities. Coordinated multi-stakeholder partnerships with governments, donors, and NGOs. Integrated environmental considerations as a cross-cutting theme where relevant.
Founding Partner at Level 7 Consulting, Bali
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2013
Developed a large, fully sustainable resort project in Manuaba Village, Ubud area. Oversaw project design, strategy, and implementation, managing cross-functional teams and stakeholders. Applied sustainability and innovative management practices to deliver measurable environmental and economic impact.
Team Leader at GRM-IALDF, Indonesia
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2010
Oversaw 180+ rule-of-law activities, managing teams, budgets, and stakeholder relations. Ensured environmental considerations were included as relevant. Successfully completed the project with high impact and stakeholder satisfaction.

Education

LL.M. at University of Amsterdam
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1997
LL.B. at University of Sarajevo
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1991

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Industry Experience

Healthcare, Education, Energy & Utilities, Professional Services, Government, Non-Profit Organization, Software & Internet, Agriculture & Mining