Elena Zanella

Elena Zanella is a seasoned professional in the field of fundraising and social entrepreneurship, currently serving as a member of the Commission for Professional Updating and Specialization at FERPI since April 2023. Elena has been the Publisher and sole Administrator at Elena Zanella Srl since January 2019, focusing on creating valuable content for social causes and providing training and consulting through the Fundraising Academy, which Elena founded in January 2018. Additionally, Elena holds a position as a Contract Professor at Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore for the Executive Master in Social Entrepreneurship and has extensive blogging experience in the nonprofit sector. With previous roles including advisor positions at EUconsult Italia and ASSIF, alongside leadership experience at Fondazione Serena Centro Clinico NEMO, Elena has cultivated a strong background in marketing, communications, and fundraising. Elena's educational qualifications include a Master's degree in Social Entrepreneurship from Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore and a Bachelor's degree in Communication Sciences from IULM University.