Ana’s academic journey brings together her professional experience, academic curiosity, and her genuine passion for education.
Ana holds an MBA from the University of Adelaide and is currently pursuing a PhD at La Trobe University, exploring the world of national competitiveness in international higher education. Her professional background spans marketing, market research, brand management, events management, and higher education, all of which shape her dynamic teaching style.
Ana has published work in fields ranging from hospitality and tourism and destination management to business innovations and teaching pedagogies. Her research reflects her curiosity about innovation, national competitive advantage in higher education, and the transformative power of lean higher education methodologies to improve learning outcomes.
Her commitment to education goes far beyond the classroom. She has designed and delivered an array of subjects within the Bachelor of Hospitality Management and Bachelor of Business programs, from Strategic Management and Revenue Management to Digital Business Communications and Design and a Capstone Project, which challenges students to apply their knowledge in real-world settings.
She has established meaningful connections with industry partners like the Melbourne Innovation Centre and NORTH Link, embedding practical, hands-on learning into her curriculum. These partnerships offer students the chance to solve real-world challenges and develop skills that are not just relevant but essential in today’s fast-paced business landscape. Whether she is unravelling the complexities of business strategy or diving into the creative world of innovation and design, Ana’s classes are anything but ordinary.
At the heart of it all is Ana’s true passion: inspiring others. Known for her boundless energy and enthusiasm, she creates learning experiences that are equal parts engaging and thought-provoking. She believes in blending creativity with practicality and reflection, empowering her students to not only learn but thrive.
Ana sees education as a platform for nurturing the next generation of thinkers, innovators, and leaders. In a constantly evolving world, she is committed to ensuring her students leave her classes with the confidence and skills to make an impact—and maybe even change the world.