Stela Zarija

Stela Zarija is a professional with extensive experience in ESG analysis and impact investing, currently serving as a Senior Analyst for ESG Ratings at Sustainable Fitch since July 2022. Their role involves evaluating the impact of issuers and their green, social, and sustainability-linked bond frameworks, utilizing methodologies aligned with major ESG taxonomies and reporting standards. Stela has also been a volunteer team member at Startup Grind since April 2018, contributing to the education and connection of entrepreneurs globally. Previously, Stela worked at Dow Jones from August 2015 to July 2022 as a Research Analyst focused on ESG and impact investing, as well as a Research Associate examining venture capital firms. Stela's earlier roles include translations and interpretations for various organizations, and Stela holds a Master's degree in International Relations and Affairs from Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona and a Bachelor's degree in Language Interpretation and Translation from Universitat Jaume I.