US Move Plan

I've decided to move to the United States. This page explains why — and what I’m doing to make it happen. 

Why the U.S.?

I’ve wrestled with this question for a while. But in the end, it comes down to what I can or cannot build in the U.S. compared to Italy or the broader EU.

My top three career goals are centered around:

• Contributing to the regeneration of the West

• Advancing space exploration

• Supporting lifespan research and longevity science

And on a personal level, my deepest goal is to find an incredible woman to marry and build a family — a real one, not just a lifestyle accessory.

So the real question becomes: Where is the best place to pursue these goals — at scale, and with depth?

As much as I care about Europe — and Italy in particular — I have to acknowledge that the EU struggles to offer competitive pathways in innovation, ambition, and long-term scaling. The U.S., for all its flaws, remains the best launchpad for people who want to build boldly and make a dent in the world.

Put simply: The U.S. still dreams in decades. Europe often hesitates in months.

That’s the difference I’m betting on.

What I'm Looking For

I’m currently exploring post-MSc work opportunities in the United States, ideally in the fields of venture capital, innovation strategy, or policy-tech intersections.

I’m also researching potential visa pathways — including H-1B, L-1, and O-1 — and open to conversations with companies, founders, or institutions interested in cross-border talent and long-term ambition.

What I Bring

I bring a European lens grounded in structural awareness and long-term thinking.

I bring a political instinct shaped by civic engagement, an international perspective, and a drive to understand power and systems.

And I bring a startup mentality — resourceful, fast-moving, and focused on execution.

I move between systems and ideas — from policy to capital, from theory to action — always looking for ways to make things work in the real world.

I want to help build what’s next — not just react to what’s broken.

Progress So Far

• Spent an exchange year in Arizona (Blue Ridge High School)

• Visited the United States multiple times since, including a recent stay in Hawaii

• Exploring a job offer in Phoenix, with potential ties to San Diego and Los Angeles

• Actively working on a visa strategy (H-1B, L-1, O-1)

• Building relationships with people from, in, or connected to the U.S.

• Exploring internship options (to complete my MSc) and post-graduation job opportunities aligned with my long-term goals

Let's Talk

If you're building something aligned — or just think we should talk — I’d love to hear from you.

📧 ilja@iljakrecic.com

I’m especially open to intros to firms, founders, VCs, policy thinkers, or anyone in the U.S. working on long-term, mission-driven challenges — especially those who care about the West, families, or the future of civilization.

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