Mitja Hegler

Mitja Hegler has extensive work experience in various roles and industries. Mitja started their career as an Intern and Assistant to the Editor at the Ministry of Defence of the Republic of Slovenia's Editorial of Slovenian Army Magazine in 2008. Mitja then joined the ITF Enhancing Human Security, a humanitarian nonprofit organization, where they worked as a Project Manager, successfully implementing numerous projects in various countries from 2010 to 2017. In 2018, Mitja joined NAKA, a brand pioneering innovative technologies in the global financial industry. Mitja held multiple roles at NAKA, including Senior Business Developer, Elipay Product Lead, Chief Product Officer, and currently serves as the Chief Operating Officer, leading the company's mission to promote financial inclusion and freedom.

Mitja Hegler obtained a Bachelor's Degree in Defence Studies from the University of Ljubljana, Faculty of Social Sciences, from 2005 to 2010. Mitja pursued further education and earned a Master's Degree in Economy and Finance from the Faculty of Management, University of Primorska, between 2010 and 2012. Prior to their university education, Mitja successfully completed high school at Bezigrad High School, receiving a High School Diploma in Gymnasium from 2001 to 2005.