Ivana Brnovic Ogbu

Ivana Brnovic Ogbu

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  • About me

    Social Entrepreneur | Sustainability Consultant | ex-UN | Children's Author on Sustainability | Licensed Conscious Parenting & Life Coach | Speaker 🎤 Tech co-founder | I help you raise Change Makers 🚀

  • Education

    • II. gimnazija Maribor

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      International baccalaureate
    • Utrecht University

      2004 - 2007
      B.S. Economics
    • College of Europe

      2007 - 2008
      MA European Economic Studies
    • Massachusetts Institute of Technology

      2021 - 2021
      Innovation and Leadership Bootcamp Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies
  • Experience

    • European Commission (DG TAXUD) - E4 Economic Aspects of Taxation

      Oct 2008 - Feb 2009
      Intern
    • ACI EUROPE

      May 2009 - Apr 2010
      Economic Research Analyst
    • United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA)

      Apr 2010 - Oct 2013
      Program Associate at the Executive Office

      Supported the Deputy Executive Secretary in coordinating technical work on social and economic issues in Western Asia, including work on economic governance and food security in the Middle East and North Africa.

    • United Nations ESCAP

      Oct 2013 - Aug 2018
      Economic Affairs Specialist

      Coordinated and managed various technical support and capacity building initiatives by UN ESCAP in South and South-West Asia, with special focus on countries with special needs (Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Nepal and Maldives).

    • United Nations - UNAMA

      Mar 2016 - Aug 2017
      Governance and Coordination Manager

      Provided technical support to small and large scale projects including analysis on economic situation in Afghanistan, provincial financing for development and impact of conflict on the country's socio-economic development.

    • UNICEF

      Aug 2018 - Mar 2020
      Social Policy Specialist

      Fostered partnerships with development banks (WB, IMF) and country donors for projects on social protection, women's and youth empowerment in Mali. Provided technical support and policy advice on financing social protection programs in Mali.

    • United Nations ESCAP

      Mar 2020 - Jun 2022
      Project Manager

      Leverage strategic partnerships with private sector and stakeholder coordinationthrough projects such as "Smart City Innovation Lab"; Management of high impact projects for implementation of Sustainable Development Goals in Asian cities.

    • Fitch Technologies LLC

      Jun 2022 - now
      Co-Founder and CCO

      R&D/product design of innovative tech solutions to solve issues faced by women-led SMEs in UAE and GCC. Launched Amara a SaaS product (www. amara.care) designed to increase efficiency and revenue generation for salons and spas.

    • Raise Change Makers

      Jun 2023 - now
      Co-Founder

      At Raise Change Makers, we share a common vision of crafting a brighter world for our children, families, and communities. Environmental concerns, climate change, and the pursuit of a sustainable future are universal aspirations, but they can often seem overwhelming and perplexing. And how do we educate our children about it and embody the change that we want to see in the world?Our mission is to provide clarity and guidance on the path to sustainable living, including tools and strategies to model sustainable living with age-appropriate activities and materials. We offer a range of workshops, courses, and a nurturing community that empowers individuals, families, schools, and organizations to navigate this journey with confidence and purpose.Drawing inspiration from the United Nations Sustainability Pillars, mindfulness practices and the wisdom of Montessori philosophy, we weave together a framework that embraces environmental, social, and economic dimensions. Our inclusive and action-oriented approach fosters a space where information is shared freely, judgment is left behind, and each step taken is a significant stride toward positive change.By joining our community, you're becoming a part of a supportive network dedicated to translating intentions of raising changemakers into impactful actions. Show less

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Conscious Parenting and Life Coaching Institute by Dr. Shefali Tsabary

      Conscious Coaching Institute by Dr. Shefali
      Dec 2023
    • Certified Yoga Instructor

      Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Ashrams & Centres, India
      Feb 2017
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Yoga Teacher

      Issued by My Little Zen on Oct 2023
      My Little ZenAssociated with Ivana Brnovic Ogbu