Nikola has been a pro-democracy activist his entire life. He was part of the social movement that toppled the dictatorship in Serbia. His knowledge of leadership stems from two decades of experience in establishing social movements (Volt Europa, Serbia on the Move, World Liberty Congress), and working with companies, and governments (Obama Foundation, UNICEF, US Government). Hi is also a professor at Georgetown University where he teaches leadership while collaborating with numerous high-level activists, politicians, and business leaders to enhance their leadership skills. He does this by making their organizations more effective through the Democratic Leadership approach. He holds a master's degree from Harvard.