I advance diversity, equity and
inclusion in the workplace
sustainably and meaningfuly.
inclusion in the workplace
sustainably and meaningfuly.
In 1999, I stood on a stage and spoke to people abroad for the first time.
Diligence, relentless interest and patience have shaped me into a seasoned expert and trainer in DEI for individuals, teams and organizations.
Diligence, relentless interest and patience have shaped me into a seasoned expert and trainer in DEI for individuals, teams and organizations.
My Story
My journey to what I do today began at the age of sixteen. I left my small town during summer holiday in London as an au-pair. The Eastern European girl and many other similar stereotypes didn't seem normal to me. But at the same time, I was discovering my own prejudices against multicultural London, which fascinated me. Returning home was another culture shock for me. I realised that we need to spread awareness that diversity can enrich us immensely if we step out of our comfort zone and the power of stereotypes and prejudices.
My carrier started at the Council of Europe as a human rights trainer. I volunteered for a number of NGOs and at the age of twenty-three, in 2001, I founded OPIM, which I am active till today. I graduated from the social and cultural anthropology at the University of Durham (UK).
My carrier started at the Council of Europe as a human rights trainer. I volunteered for a number of NGOs and at the age of twenty-three, in 2001, I founded OPIM, which I am active till today. I graduated from the social and cultural anthropology at the University of Durham (UK).
My craft is DEI and as your:
- GUIDE I will introduce new trends and directions in DEI.
- CONSULTANT I will map the situation in the organization, present the range of tools, solutions and programs.
- DESIGNER and STRATEGIST I will draw the path of DEI in line with the business objectives from the global to the local level.
- TRAINER I will humanize the topic of diversity and work on changing mindsets. For the top executives and leadership I will present the ROI of DEI, the role and impact they can have on teams and the business.
- MENTOR and the COACH I walk you through long-term change.
- SPEAKER I engage and activate the audience with stories and real life expertise from the field.
My professional timeline
1
Trainer in Human Rights at Council of Europe
from 2000
from 2000
Trainer and consultant in human rights education for young people
2
Freelance Enterpreneur
from 2001
from 2001
Trainer, Consultant, Coach
Diversity | Equity | Inclusion | Human Rights | Leadership Programs and academies
Diversity | Equity | Inclusion | Human Rights | Leadership Programs and academies
3
Founder of OPIM, project director
2001 - 2015
2001 - 2015
People management, organisation and product development, PR, media and partnerships. Strategists and DEI project designer.
4
Senior Training Manager and HR at Lagardere Services, Aelia Travel Retail
2010 - 2012
2010 - 2012
Designing training strategy, HR processes, coaching, ISO 9001
5
International Master Trainer at SKODA Auto
2012 - 2014
2012 - 2014
Designing long term training programs and delivering at the key markets.
6
CEO at OPIM
2015 - current
2015 - current
Leading the organisational growth, liasioning with stakeholders, partnership.
Educational & Consulting division lead.
Educational & Consulting division lead.
7
Co-founder and Board Advisory at D&I Shapers
2021 - current
2021 - current
Leading member platform connecting organizations around diversity, equity and inclusion.
8
Certifications
from 1999
from 1999
Coach Specific Training | 2009-2010
Google Design Thinking | 2020
Master Trainer Diversity & Inclusion by Living Institute Denmark | 2019
Human Rights Education by the Council of Europe | 2006-2008
Applied Psychology by Amos Institute | 2007
International DEI and soft skills tranings | 1999 - 2006
Google Design Thinking | 2020
Master Trainer Diversity & Inclusion by Living Institute Denmark | 2019
Human Rights Education by the Council of Europe | 2006-2008
Applied Psychology by Amos Institute | 2007
International DEI and soft skills tranings | 1999 - 2006
I recognise the values of the SDGs in my work with DEI
