Ana Stojkovic-Knezevic

Ana Stojković Knežević is an accomplished professional with a broad and dynamic career spanning across project management, business development, and technical expertise. Born on October 5, 1983, Ana has carved a niche for herself in the intersection of technology and communication, with a significant focus on how augmented reality influences cross-cultural communication, a topic she is exploring as a PhD candidate in Communicology. Her academic foundation is robust, with a Master of Science in Mechatronics Robotics and Automation from the Faculty of Technical Sciences, University of Novi Sad, and an educational background in electrical engineering from Mihajlo Pupin High School. Ana's career is marked by diverse experiences in AI, IT, animation, and film industries, showcasing her versatile skill set in project management, quality assurance, and business strategy development. She has played pivotal roles in early-stage companies and established enterprises, driving growth, overseeing product development, and fostering key client and investor relationships. Her entrepreneurial mindset, coupled with an aptitude for strategic planning and negotiation, has enabled her to launch and manage projects that blend AI with creative industries, achieving innovative solutions and industry advancements. Fluent in English and conversant in Spanish, with beginner levels in French and Portuguese, Ana's linguistic abilities complement her extensive expertise in project management methodologies, including Agile, Waterfall, Scrum, and Kanban. Her technical skills span across various project management and development tools, programming languages, and she holds a profound understanding of quality and information security management standards like ISO 9001 and ISO 27001. Ana is recognized for her ability to bridge the gap between technical requirements and business objectives, leveraging her deep knowledge of multi-cultural communication to enhance organizational processes and client relations. Her objective is to further utilize her extensive background in project management, business development, and technical skills to optimize company operations and drive innovation, particularly at the nexus of AI, IT, and creative industries.