Bio

Ana is an internationally recognized entrepreneur, network/relationship builder, visionary, inspirational speaker and a passionate philanthropist with 10+ years experience. She's passionate about people & frequently addresses large audiences, including TEDx, Stanford, etc., in the U.S. & Europe to share insights into business, network building, personal growth & philanthropic leadership. Educated at San Jose State University with a major in international business (full athletic tennis scholarship), Ana went on to receive her MBA. In 2012, Slovenian national newspaper named Ana National Person of the Year, and in 2013, she was named National Woman of the Year by a respected Slovenian magazine. Her outstanding achievement in philanthropy & ethical leadership was honored by the Slovenian President in 2012. In 2015, she received the Ethics & Social Responsibility award from the European Union, and in 2017, she was nominated for the Veuve Clicquot Business Woman Award. Ana serves as an Advisor at Eligma and Urban Catalyst and is a Founding Member at Cryptonite Ventures. In 2010, Ana founded Anina zvezdica / Ana’s Little Star, now the biggest transparent non-profit organization in Slovenia. Boasting a team of 150 volunteers and run without money in their free time, it has helped over 280,000 families with food, hygiene, cleaning, baby products, etc. As Founder and President of the Board of the Truhoma organization, Ana draws her inspiration from her Truhoma (true and honest mankind) life philosophy, which is now a global movement transforming the entire philanthropic ecosystem. In April 2022, Truhoma won the prestigious IABC Gold Quill Award of Excellence for non-profit organizations. She is an active member of the Silicon Valley Capital Club and the Rotary Club of San Jose. She provides a strong entrepreneurial, network & philanthropic bridge between Europe and Silicon Valley. TEDx talk, over 9 years old, a lot happened in between :) http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=LwG9pBc7joE