PA MATTERS
OUR TEAM
Public Affairs is our passion
At PA Matters, our team is the cornerstone of our success. We are a group of public affairs professionals with expertise in government relations, regulatory consulting, and strategic communication. With a strong presence in Slovakia, the Czech Republic, and Brussels, we leverage our deep knowledge of local and European policy landscapes to drive impactful results for our clients.
MEET THE TEAM
MATEJ BEŇUŠKA
Managing Partner
Matej’s work in public affairs has earned international recognition due to his work on ride hailing in CEE . PA Matters received multiple awards within the EMEA region under his leadership, demonstrating the agency’s strong competitive edge.
Matej helps organizations navigate complex regulatory landscapes, keeping them informed and aligned to meet evolving challenges. Matej’s optimism in high-pressure situations fosters a calm and solutions-driven environment.
ANDREJ KOPTÁK
Partner and Head of Public Affairs
Andrej Kopták is a veteran public affairs consultant and partner with a strong regulatory and policy consulting background on the national and EU levels. With degrees in law and business administration, Andrej has a unique perspective and understanding of regulatory issues. He builds and maintains solid relationships and partnerships with representatives from various sectors, including professional organisations, government, academia, and opinion-forming stakeholder groups.
JAN SÁDLO
Partner and Head of Czech Republic Office
Jan has over 10 years of experience in public affairs and government relations, primarily in the energy, healthcare and technology sectors. In addition to strategic consulting for the world's largest companies, he has experience working in the government sector, for professional associations, and for the World Bank. Jan enjoys advocating on behalf of his clients within his extensive network in the Czech Republic and the Brussels.
MARCELA GOCMANOVÁ
Consultant
Marcela is an accomplished analyst and consultant with diploma from the London School of Economics (LSE). In addition to her academic achievements, Marcela has co-hosted webinars and events focused on Europe's Beating Cancer Plan and COVID-19 vaccination.
LILIANA RÁSTOCKÁ
Consultant
Liliana is a senior consultant for sustainability, green transition, healthcare and environmental policies. She has worked for the Slovak Ministry of Environment, advised at the Ministry of Investment, Regional Development, and Informatization, and managed energy projects for the Regulatory Office for Network Industries. She has also been involved in international environmental negotiations and NGO advocacy campaigns.
GABRIELA MÄšSÍCOVÁ
Consultant
Gabriela is a seasoned Public Affairs consultant specializing in environmental regulations and sustainable economic development. She has successfully represented prominent global brands from multiple industries. Alongside her consultancy role, Gabriela currently serves as the Head of Public Affairs for the ESG business association, where she drives impactful initiatives promoting sustainable business practices.