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MATHEW ZEIN
Award-Winning Chief Editor, Interviewer, Journalist, and International Community Builder.
My upcoming self-published Book
My Life in Armenia
My Life in Armenia is a book I've written based on our 8 years of experience living in Armenia.
In it, I share our unique perspective as a foreign couple with no Armenian roots who visited once but never left.
This book is a must-read for foreigners and Armenian diasporans considering a short visit or permanent relocation to Armenia.
The book answers common questions I've been asked hundreds of times about daily life here, debunks many of the myths you've likely heard about living in Armenia, offers invaluable tips for newcomers, and shares many personal stories and experiences from our years here.
Expected release in October 2026.
Be the first to know when my book is about to hit the shelves!
Selection of My Published Articles
THE Armenian & GEORGIAN START-UP ECOSYSTEMs
Why Armenia needs a digital nomad visa program
Why Armenia needs a digital nomad visa program
In the article, I discuss the clustering of startup ecosystems between the neighboring countries, Armenia and Georgia. I interviewed professionals from both nations to identify similarities and differences and to assess their potential for collaboration.
Why Armenia needs a digital nomad visa program
Why Armenia needs a digital nomad visa program
Why Armenia needs a digital nomad visa program
In the article, I discuss the potential impact of digital nomadism and remote work on rural areas and the local economy in Armenia, and compare Armenia with other Eastern European countries that have already adopted digital nomad programs.
SHOWCASING ARMENIA’S TECH ECOSYSTEM
Why Armenia needs a digital nomad visa program
SHOWCASING ARMENIA’S TECH ECOSYSTEM
In the article, I cover Digitec 2024, the leading tech event in Armenia and the region. I interviewed several stakeholders, including organizers, exhibitors, and visitors from Armenia and abroad, to collect their feedback and showcase the tech ecosystem.
selection of my Public Speaking Engagements in 2024-2025
International Investment Forum 2025
Moderated a panel discussion at the International Investment Forum 2025 on Armenia as a regional gateway, covering trade access, innovation, and collaboration.
International Tourism Communication Forum 2025
Moderated a panel discussion at the International Tourism Communication Forum on media, messaging & MICE, shaping narratives together.
E-Logi Summit 2025
Hosted the stage for 2 days and moderated 5 international panel discussions at E-Logi Summit 2025 on logistics, e-commerce, European customs regulations, and trade routes in the Caucasus region.
Hospitality Investment Forum 2025
Hosted the stage and moderated 2 international panel discussions at the HIF Yerevan 2025 on architecture in hospitality, and the impact of remote work on rural economies in developing countries.
Europe-Armenia Conference 2025
Hosted the stage at the annual prestigious European-Armenian conference and breakfast in 2025, organized by the European Business Association in Armenia and the Galaxy Group of Companies.
International Eno Tourism Forum 2025
Delivered a keynote at the International Eno Tourism Forum 2025 on the potential of promoting local wine brands through digital nomad communities worldwide and collaboraitons with coworking spaces.
FemInno 2025
Digital Nomads Meetups 2025
Moderated an international panel discussion at FemInno 2025 with foreigners who relocated to Armenia with their families and made it their second home.
Digital Nomads Meetups 2025
Digital Nomads Meetups 2025
Hosted the stage and delivered keynote speeches at the first remote work and digital nomad meetups in Yerevan and Dilijan in Armenia in 2025.
PMI Awards 2024
Hosted the stage at the PMI project management awards ceremony of 2024.
WCIT Gala Dinner & awards ceremony 2024
World Congress on Innovation & Tech 2024
Hosted the stage at the gala dinner for the World Congress on Innovation and Technology (WCIT 2024).
World Congress on Innovation & Tech 2024
World Congress on Innovation & Tech 2024
World Congress on Innovation & Tech 2024
Hosted the stage for 3 days at the WCIT 2024 along with Mike Butcher and Lizette Croes.
Digitalk - Digitec 2024
World Congress on Innovation & Tech 2024
World Congress on Innovation & Tech 2024
I was invited to a panel discussion organized by USAID during Digitec 2024 to discuss the use of artificial intelligence and modern technology in the tourism sector.
international experience
For more than 12 years, I have worked with hundreds of clients worldwide. This is a selection of my recent writing collaborations worldwide.