Levan Beridze

Levan Beridze is a Georgian diplomat who currently serves as the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Georgia to the Hellenic Republic and the Republic of Serbia. He assumed his position as ambassador to Greece in June 2024, and was accredited to Serbia through a credential presentation ceremony in July 2025. He pursued his education in the United States, attending the University of Delaware where he was a standout swimmer for the Delaware Fightin' Blue Hens swimming and diving team from 2004 to 2006 after transferring from Rutgers University. During his time at Delaware, he specialized in freestyle sprint events and achieved several school records, including holding the 400 freestyle relay record with a time of 3:06.73.

Diplomatic career

Early career Following his graduation, Beridze began his diplomatic career with the Georgian Ministry of Foreign Affairs. He gained early experience working for the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE), where he was part of the project management team leading the Economic Rehabilitation Program in the conflict-affected regions of Georgia.

Between 2009 and 2012, Beridze gained private sector experience working as Marketing Manager for the Georgian wine company "Tiflisi Marani," where he contributed to the popularization of Georgian wine in the United States. His dual accreditation also covers the Republic of Serbia, and he presented his credentials to Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić in July 2025. He has emphasized Georgia's strategic role as a transit corridor and its importance in energy security and Black Sea regional stability. He has also worked to deepen cooperation in areas such as renewable energy, innovation, technology, and artificial intelligence.

Personal life

Beridze is married to Irine Asatiani and they have two children.