| ACADEMIC TITLE AND POSITION | Prof. Assoc. / Professor |
|---|---|
| CURRENT ACADEMIC STATUS AND EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND | Summary of academic education and qualifications: 2013–2017 — University of Tirana, Faculty of Economics Doctorate (PhD). Focus: new models of innovation, innovation in SMEs, the role of governance, and innovation measurement. Jan 2013–Feb 2013 — University of Mannheim, Germany PhD-related research (University of Worms & Mannheim) in Entrepreneurship and Innovation; scholarship/academic support (DAAD). 2010–2012 — Cracow School of Economics, Poland Master’s in Finance & Accounting; specialization: Corporate and Retail Banking. Feb 2010–Jul 2010 — Warsaw School of Economics, Poland Certificate in Negotiations (commercial negotiations, diplomatic protocol, public speaking). 2006–2007 — Lodz University – Polish Language Institute for Foreigners, Poland Polish language qualification. 2005–2009 — University of Tirana, Faculty of Economics Bachelor’s in Management; degree obtained with high results. |
| POSITION | Academic and leadership roles: • Lecturer / Associate Professor in universities (teaching in management, innovation, entrepreneurship, project management, etc.) • Engagement in academic leadership roles and coordination of programs / projects • Experience in designing and managing projects (academic and developmental), in cooperation with local and international institutions. |
| CONTRIBUTIONS | Key contributions: • Scientific publications and conference participation in the fields of management, innovation, and entrepreneurship • Contributions to projects and initiatives for innovation, entrepreneurship, and digitalization in education and various sectors • Engagement in writing and managing projects, developing programs and academic content • Involvement in discussions and public policies on innovation, entrepreneurship, and institutional development. |
| ACTIVE ENGAGEMENT AND DEVELOPMENTAL AREAS OF INTEREST | Active engagement and interests: • Management, innovation, and entrepreneurship • Public innovation policy and innovation governance • Applications of digital technologies in education and various sectors • Writing and project management; partnership building and professional / academic networking (national and international). |