She graduated in chemistry at the Faculty of Science in Zagreb (mag.chem.) and completed the university interdisciplinary postgraduate specialist study Business Management in Construction (MBACon). In accordance with the authorization of the Ministry she performs professional tasks of environmental protection and nature protection. She has more than 20 years of work experience in the field of environmental protection and nature and sustainable development. She has participated in and led the preparation of numerous studies and project documentation in the field of environmental protection, energy, waste management, industry and communal infrastructure. Furthermore, she has experience in the preparation and management of EU co-financed projects, and experience in communication strategies and plans and communication and visibility activities foreseen under EU funded projects.