Experience

Big Change

• United Kingdom
• Non-profit Organization Management
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Associate - New Education Story

  • Sep 2021 - Present

  Big Change is a catalyst for long-term changes and works in the UK and globally, with diverse allies in and beyond formal education systems, to explore and challenge old assumptions about what education is and can be, who and what it is for. In close collaboration with the Impact Team, I support two initiatives – the Big Education Conversation and A New Education story, which I also co-authored. My role focuses on driving education system transformation through raising awareness… Show more Big Change is a catalyst for long-term changes and works in the UK and globally, with diverse allies in and beyond formal education systems, to explore and challenge old assumptions about what education is and can be, who and what it is for. In close collaboration with the Impact Team, I support two initiatives – the Big Education Conversation and A New Education story, which I also co-authored. My role focuses on driving education system transformation through raising awareness, engaging the wider community, and developing evidence for transformational change. Show less Big Change is a catalyst for long-term changes and works in the UK and globally, with diverse allies in and beyond formal education systems, to explore and challenge old assumptions about what education is and can be, who and what it is for. In close collaboration with the Impact Team, I support two initiatives – the Big Education Conversation and A New Education story, which I also co-authored. My role focuses on driving education system transformation through raising awareness… Show more Big Change is a catalyst for long-term changes and works in the UK and globally, with diverse allies in and beyond formal education systems, to explore and challenge old assumptions about what education is and can be, who and what it is for. In close collaboration with the Impact Team, I support two initiatives – the Big Education Conversation and A New Education story, which I also co-authored. My role focuses on driving education system transformation through raising awareness, engaging the wider community, and developing evidence for transformational change. Show less



Self-employed

• Independent Writer and Researcher in Education

  • Apr 2020 - Present

  • Advise startups, education foundations, policymakers, and NGOs on strategic initiatives related to the future of education and learning • Conduct research, conceptualize, write, and edit publications to support the work of these organizations • Advise startups, education foundations, policymakers, and NGOs on strategic initiatives related to the future of education and learning • Conduct research, conceptualize, write, and edit publications to support the work of these organizations



Medium

• United States
• Online Audio and Video Media
• 700 & Above Employee

• Contributing Writer

  • Mar 2020 - Present

  +33,000 Followers More than 3,000,000 reads and +250 published articles on learning and education. +33,000 Followers More than 3,000,000 reads and +250 published articles on learning and education.



Maven

• United States
• E-Learning Providers
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Course Instructor - Writing Online Accelerator

  • Sep 2021 - Present

  • Invited to be an instructor for a new cohort-based course platform called, Maven, founded by the co-founder of Udemy and the co-founder of altMBA. Maven has raised $20 million in a Series A round led by Andreessen Horowitz • Part of Maven's 3rd cohort, made up of 145 instructors from 27 countries in 100+ cities (out of 2,000+ applicants) • Invited to be an instructor for a new cohort-based course platform called, Maven, founded by the co-founder of Udemy and the co-founder of altMBA. Maven has raised $20 million in a Series A round led by Andreessen Horowitz • Part of Maven's 3rd cohort, made up of 145 instructors from 27 countries in 100+ cities (out of 2,000+ applicants)



Selbstständig

• Author of the Weekly Learn Letter

  • Mar 2020 - Present

  Learntrepreneurs is a knowledge hub and online community dedicated to empowering writers, creators, and curious minds to lead fulfilling lives by unlocking evidence-based learning methods. At Learntrepreneurs, you can find a wide range of resources - insightful articles that have captivated over 2 million readers, a weekly newsletter on the science of learning with over 5,000 subscribers, and a cohort-based live course for aspiring writers - described by past students as their best learning… Show more Learntrepreneurs is a knowledge hub and online community dedicated to empowering writers, creators, and curious minds to lead fulfilling lives by unlocking evidence-based learning methods. At Learntrepreneurs, you can find a wide range of resources - insightful articles that have captivated over 2 million readers, a weekly newsletter on the science of learning with over 5,000 subscribers, and a cohort-based live course for aspiring writers - described by past students as their best learning experience they’ve ever had. Show less Learntrepreneurs is a knowledge hub and online community dedicated to empowering writers, creators, and curious minds to lead fulfilling lives by unlocking evidence-based learning methods. At Learntrepreneurs, you can find a wide range of resources - insightful articles that have captivated over 2 million readers, a weekly newsletter on the science of learning with over 5,000 subscribers, and a cohort-based live course for aspiring writers - described by past students as their best learning… Show more Learntrepreneurs is a knowledge hub and online community dedicated to empowering writers, creators, and curious minds to lead fulfilling lives by unlocking evidence-based learning methods. At Learntrepreneurs, you can find a wide range of resources - insightful articles that have captivated over 2 million readers, a weekly newsletter on the science of learning with over 5,000 subscribers, and a cohort-based live course for aspiring writers - described by past students as their best learning experience they’ve ever had. Show less



Teach For All

• United States
• Education Administration Programs
• 400 - 500 Employee

• Lead Author

  • Jan 2023 - Aug 2023

  Teach For All, a growing network of independent organizations working in sixty countries worldwide with a mission to expand educational opportunity and to ensure that all children fulfil their potential. I am the lead author of a report on investigating Systems Impact: case studies of collective leadership from Teach For All’s Global Network The publication will present eight case studies of network partners growing collective leadership for community impact or system change, alongside a… Show more Teach For All, a growing network of independent organizations working in sixty countries worldwide with a mission to expand educational opportunity and to ensure that all children fulfil their potential. I am the lead author of a report on investigating Systems Impact: case studies of collective leadership from Teach For All’s Global Network The publication will present eight case studies of network partners growing collective leadership for community impact or system change, alongside a synthesis of the learning generated by the Community Impact Lab in partnership with hundreds of Teach For All network leaders from 2018-2023. Using an exploratory case studies methodology, the final product consolidates Teach For All’s theory, global insights, and Network Partners case studies on how collective leadership leads to systems change and what programmatic choices can be correlated to it. Show less Teach For All, a growing network of independent organizations working in sixty countries worldwide with a mission to expand educational opportunity and to ensure that all children fulfil their potential. I am the lead author of a report on investigating Systems Impact: case studies of collective leadership from Teach For All’s Global Network The publication will present eight case studies of network partners growing collective leadership for community impact or system change, alongside a… Show more Teach For All, a growing network of independent organizations working in sixty countries worldwide with a mission to expand educational opportunity and to ensure that all children fulfil their potential. I am the lead author of a report on investigating Systems Impact: case studies of collective leadership from Teach For All’s Global Network The publication will present eight case studies of network partners growing collective leadership for community impact or system change, alongside a synthesis of the learning generated by the Community Impact Lab in partnership with hundreds of Teach For All network leaders from 2018-2023. Using an exploratory case studies methodology, the final product consolidates Teach For All’s theory, global insights, and Network Partners case studies on how collective leadership leads to systems change and what programmatic choices can be correlated to it. Show less



Teach For All

• United States
• Education Administration Programs
• 400 - 500 Employee

• Regional Researcher

  • Apr 2022 - Jul 2022

  Exploring latest examples of system transformation in education globally with a specific focus in education. Curating existing sources of knowledge and expertise spurring education change in Europe. Exploring latest examples of system transformation in education globally with a specific focus in education. Curating existing sources of knowledge and expertise spurring education change in Europe.



AustrianStartups

• Austria
• Non-profit Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Head Of Education

  • Mar 2021 - Apr 2022



Teach For Austria

• Education Administration Programs
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Fellow

  • May 2018 - Aug 2020

  Teach for Austria is part of Teach For All, a growing network of independent organizations working in sixty countries worldwide with a mission to expand educational opportunity and to ensure that all children fulfil their potential. • Develop and implement lesson plans in Mathematics, Informatics, and Physical Education, supporting learning objectives for 130+ secondary school students annually. • Serve as elected Fellow spokesperson, acting as intermediary between 2018 cohort and… Show more Teach for Austria is part of Teach For All, a growing network of independent organizations working in sixty countries worldwide with a mission to expand educational opportunity and to ensure that all children fulfil their potential. • Develop and implement lesson plans in Mathematics, Informatics, and Physical Education, supporting learning objectives for 130+ secondary school students annually. • Serve as elected Fellow spokesperson, acting as intermediary between 2018 cohort and staff to ensure participants receive the necessary guidance and support required to achieve program goals. • Leveraged outstanding communication and presentation skills to successfully complete a 12-week TED-Ed masterclass, including presenting final in front of Teach for All CEO. • Conduct research into current strategies, methods, and best practices for classroom management to help students reach their full potential. • Create, deploy, and manage a flipped classroom channel with 2000+ video views, promoting accessible and cost-effective educational knowledge-sharing and engagement • Engage with school colleagues and other program Fellows to influence positive change within the learning environment, leading to higher levels of academic success and student involvement. • Maintain classroom and program documentation with strict attention to detail, including reports, grade books, attendance records, timecards, receipts, and all other relevant materials. Show less Teach for Austria is part of Teach For All, a growing network of independent organizations working in sixty countries worldwide with a mission to expand educational opportunity and to ensure that all children fulfil their potential. • Develop and implement lesson plans in Mathematics, Informatics, and Physical Education, supporting learning objectives for 130+ secondary school students annually. • Serve as elected Fellow spokesperson, acting as intermediary between 2018 cohort and… Show more Teach for Austria is part of Teach For All, a growing network of independent organizations working in sixty countries worldwide with a mission to expand educational opportunity and to ensure that all children fulfil their potential. • Develop and implement lesson plans in Mathematics, Informatics, and Physical Education, supporting learning objectives for 130+ secondary school students annually. • Serve as elected Fellow spokesperson, acting as intermediary between 2018 cohort and staff to ensure participants receive the necessary guidance and support required to achieve program goals. • Leveraged outstanding communication and presentation skills to successfully complete a 12-week TED-Ed masterclass, including presenting final in front of Teach for All CEO. • Conduct research into current strategies, methods, and best practices for classroom management to help students reach their full potential. • Create, deploy, and manage a flipped classroom channel with 2000+ video views, promoting accessible and cost-effective educational knowledge-sharing and engagement • Engage with school colleagues and other program Fellows to influence positive change within the learning environment, leading to higher levels of academic success and student involvement. • Maintain classroom and program documentation with strict attention to detail, including reports, grade books, attendance records, timecards, receipts, and all other relevant materials. Show less



Phocus GmbH

• Austria
• Technology, Information and Internet

• Co-Founder

  • Feb 2019 - Apr 2020

  The Phocus App rewards users with cashback & vouchers for phone free time. • Developing and executing the operational business model for an innovative company that rewards more than 1000 people monthly for useful iOS & Android-based phone usage. • Contribute to key company activities, such as negotiating, acquiring 15+ partners, creating an SEO optimized WordPress website, implementing a content strategy, and completing grant applications. • Recognized as a top 10 company at Future… Show more The Phocus App rewards users with cashback & vouchers for phone free time. • Developing and executing the operational business model for an innovative company that rewards more than 1000 people monthly for useful iOS & Android-based phone usage. • Contribute to key company activities, such as negotiating, acquiring 15+ partners, creating an SEO optimized WordPress website, implementing a content strategy, and completing grant applications. • Recognized as a top 10 company at Future Founders Challenge. Show less The Phocus App rewards users with cashback & vouchers for phone free time. • Developing and executing the operational business model for an innovative company that rewards more than 1000 people monthly for useful iOS & Android-based phone usage. • Contribute to key company activities, such as negotiating, acquiring 15+ partners, creating an SEO optimized WordPress website, implementing a content strategy, and completing grant applications. • Recognized as a top 10 company at Future… Show more The Phocus App rewards users with cashback & vouchers for phone free time. • Developing and executing the operational business model for an innovative company that rewards more than 1000 people monthly for useful iOS & Android-based phone usage. • Contribute to key company activities, such as negotiating, acquiring 15+ partners, creating an SEO optimized WordPress website, implementing a content strategy, and completing grant applications. • Recognized as a top 10 company at Future Founders Challenge. Show less



3 Day Startup

• United States
• Non-profit Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Austria to Austin Exchange Participant

  • Aug 2018 - Aug 2018

  3 Day Startup (“3DS”) teaches entrepreneurial skills to university students in an extreme hands-on environment. This proven program provides students the tools they need to start successful companies. Over 12,000 3DS alumni from 400+ programs across 6 continents–at over 150 schools including Harvard, MIT, WHU (Germany), Technion (Israel), and the University of Texas–have launched more than 90 companies that have collectively raised $130 million in investor capital. Over 38 companies emerging… Show more 3 Day Startup (“3DS”) teaches entrepreneurial skills to university students in an extreme hands-on environment. This proven program provides students the tools they need to start successful companies. Over 12,000 3DS alumni from 400+ programs across 6 continents–at over 150 schools including Harvard, MIT, WHU (Germany), Technion (Israel), and the University of Texas–have launched more than 90 companies that have collectively raised $130 million in investor capital. Over 38 companies emerging from 3DS have been accepted to prestigious accelerators such as Y Combinator, TechStars, and Capital Factor Show less 3 Day Startup (“3DS”) teaches entrepreneurial skills to university students in an extreme hands-on environment. This proven program provides students the tools they need to start successful companies. Over 12,000 3DS alumni from 400+ programs across 6 continents–at over 150 schools including Harvard, MIT, WHU (Germany), Technion (Israel), and the University of Texas–have launched more than 90 companies that have collectively raised $130 million in investor capital. Over 38 companies emerging… Show more 3 Day Startup (“3DS”) teaches entrepreneurial skills to university students in an extreme hands-on environment. This proven program provides students the tools they need to start successful companies. Over 12,000 3DS alumni from 400+ programs across 6 continents–at over 150 schools including Harvard, MIT, WHU (Germany), Technion (Israel), and the University of Texas–have launched more than 90 companies that have collectively raised $130 million in investor capital. Over 38 companies emerging from 3DS have been accepted to prestigious accelerators such as Y Combinator, TechStars, and Capital Factor Show less



Entrepreneurship Avenue

• Austria
• Professional Training and Coaching
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Head Organizer

  • Oct 2016 - Oct 2017

  • Led planning and coordination efforts for Europe’s largest student-centered startup conference, serving 2000+ visitors • Guided a team of 36 students while maintaining responsibility for all strategic decisions and managing a 40K+ budget. • Conceptualized and implemented the organizational structure, convinced 12 high-level founders to donate their time for unpaid speaking engagements, handled all communication, represented EA at conferences in Silicon Valley, Berlin, Barcelona & St… Show more • Led planning and coordination efforts for Europe’s largest student-centered startup conference, serving 2000+ visitors • Guided a team of 36 students while maintaining responsibility for all strategic decisions and managing a 40K+ budget. • Conceptualized and implemented the organizational structure, convinced 12 high-level founders to donate their time for unpaid speaking engagements, handled all communication, represented EA at conferences in Silicon Valley, Berlin, Barcelona & St. Gallen, and built an 6-person advisory board to ensure project success. Show less • Led planning and coordination efforts for Europe’s largest student-centered startup conference, serving 2000+ visitors • Guided a team of 36 students while maintaining responsibility for all strategic decisions and managing a 40K+ budget. • Conceptualized and implemented the organizational structure, convinced 12 high-level founders to donate their time for unpaid speaking engagements, handled all communication, represented EA at conferences in Silicon Valley, Berlin, Barcelona & St… Show more • Led planning and coordination efforts for Europe’s largest student-centered startup conference, serving 2000+ visitors • Guided a team of 36 students while maintaining responsibility for all strategic decisions and managing a 40K+ budget. • Conceptualized and implemented the organizational structure, convinced 12 high-level founders to donate their time for unpaid speaking engagements, handled all communication, represented EA at conferences in Silicon Valley, Berlin, Barcelona & St. Gallen, and built an 6-person advisory board to ensure project success. Show less



Deutsche Börse

• Germany
• Financial Services
• 700 & Above Employee

• Work Study Student

  • Apr 2015 - Sep 2016

  • Administered a variety of corporate university courses for up to 25 new employees quarterly, significantly elevating the quality of work performed. • Assisted with the strategic planning and operational realization of internal trainings and company events while adhering to established policies, budgets, and timelines. • Efficiently handled all phases of applicant management, from initiating first contact to scheduling and conducting final interviews, contributing to the selection of… Show more • Administered a variety of corporate university courses for up to 25 new employees quarterly, significantly elevating the quality of work performed. • Assisted with the strategic planning and operational realization of internal trainings and company events while adhering to established policies, budgets, and timelines. • Efficiently handled all phases of applicant management, from initiating first contact to scheduling and conducting final interviews, contributing to the selection of high-quality candidates for diverse company roles. • Communicated with XX+ cross-functional team members regularly, building relationships throughout the company to ensure goal achievement. • Maintained a heavy influx of email and phone correspondence, responding promptly and professionally to more than 50 messages per day from colleagues, applicants, and other stakeholders. • Answered questions from current and prospective employees related to compensation, benefits, corporate policies, and other inquiries falling under the scope of the human resource function. Show less • Administered a variety of corporate university courses for up to 25 new employees quarterly, significantly elevating the quality of work performed. • Assisted with the strategic planning and operational realization of internal trainings and company events while adhering to established policies, budgets, and timelines. • Efficiently handled all phases of applicant management, from initiating first contact to scheduling and conducting final interviews, contributing to the selection of… Show more • Administered a variety of corporate university courses for up to 25 new employees quarterly, significantly elevating the quality of work performed. • Assisted with the strategic planning and operational realization of internal trainings and company events while adhering to established policies, budgets, and timelines. • Efficiently handled all phases of applicant management, from initiating first contact to scheduling and conducting final interviews, contributing to the selection of high-quality candidates for diverse company roles. • Communicated with XX+ cross-functional team members regularly, building relationships throughout the company to ensure goal achievement. • Maintained a heavy influx of email and phone correspondence, responding promptly and professionally to more than 50 messages per day from colleagues, applicants, and other stakeholders. • Answered questions from current and prospective employees related to compensation, benefits, corporate policies, and other inquiries falling under the scope of the human resource function. Show less



Commerzbank AG

• Germany
• Banking
• 700 & Above Employee

• International Sales Manager

  • Aug 2015 - Nov 2015

  • Prepared speeches and presentations for the Board of Managing Directors, providing effective internal and external communication while adhering to established brand voice and vision. • Conducted research on new markets in Asia and China’s monetary policy to identify strategic business development opportunities aligned with company goals. • Collaborated with 5 team members to organize the Asia Corporate Banking Meeting with 300+ attendees under strict timelines. • Prepared speeches and presentations for the Board of Managing Directors, providing effective internal and external communication while adhering to established brand voice and vision. • Conducted research on new markets in Asia and China’s monetary policy to identify strategic business development opportunities aligned with company goals. • Collaborated with 5 team members to organize the Asia Corporate Banking Meeting with 300+ attendees under strict timelines.



Ro.Gro

• India
• International Trade and Development

• Junior Consulting Project Manager

  • Aug 2014 - Dec 2014

  • Developed a project plan and monitored milestones for German Embassy & GIZ to ensure projects advanced according to established schedules. • Managed more than 5 internal projects while improving organizational processes to increase efficiency. • Liaised between clients, the project team, and senior management to communicate project status updates as well as to coordinate any changes or updates to budget, scope, or timelines. • Developed a project plan and monitored milestones for German Embassy & GIZ to ensure projects advanced according to established schedules. • Managed more than 5 internal projects while improving organizational processes to increase efficiency. • Liaised between clients, the project team, and senior management to communicate project status updates as well as to coordinate any changes or updates to budget, scope, or timelines.



Prime Time fitness GmbH

• Germany
• Wellness and Fitness Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Sales Promotion Agent

  • Apr 2014 - Aug 2014

  • Served as a Marketing Promotion Agent to advertise and explain the company’s unique value proposition to 150+ prospective clients weekly. • Drove exceptionally high levels of customer acquisition, earning Employee of the Month recognition. • Delivered outstanding service throughout in-person interactions • Served as a Marketing Promotion Agent to advertise and explain the company’s unique value proposition to 150+ prospective clients weekly. • Drove exceptionally high levels of customer acquisition, earning Employee of the Month recognition. • Delivered outstanding service throughout in-person interactions



Deutsche Post und DHL

• Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
• 700 & Above Employee

• Mail Carrier

  • Mar 2012 - Jun 2012