Ana Lopez Shalla

Ana Lopez Shalla has a diverse work experience spanning different industries and roles. Ana is currently the Director of Strategic Partnerships and New Market at the University of Nebraska at Omaha, a position they have held since 2022. Prior to this, they served as the Senior Director of Workforce Development at the Greater Omaha Chamber from 2021 to 2022. From 2017 to 2021, Ana was the Director of Business Outreach at the Avenue Scholars Foundation. Other notable roles include Program Manager at Northeastern University from 2016 to 2017, Project Analyst Program at Mintz Levin from 2013 to 2015, Fulbright Scholar at the U.S. Department of State from 2012 to 2013, Coporate Relations Intern at Union Pacific Railroad from 2011 to 2012, and Opinions Editor at The Heights, Inc. from 2008 to 2011.

Ana Lopez Shalla has a Master of Education (M.Ed.) degree in Learning & Teaching from Harvard University. Ana also holds a B.A. degree from Boston College, where they studied English and Theology with a minor in Creative Writing. Prior to their college education, Ana attended Westside High School.