Biography Irena brings over 20 years of expertise in financial advisory and assurance services, catering to prominent companies across diverse sectors including Banking, Insurance, Trading, Services, Production, Construction, Non-profit Organizations, Foreign Investment Funds, Foundations, and projects backed by international donors in Albania, Kosovo, and the broader region. She graduated from Tirana University with a specialization in Finance from the Faculty of Economics, Finance & Accounting Department. Irena holds an Advanced Diploma in Accounting and Business conferred by ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants), alongside a General Certified Accountant license and a Certificate of Internal Auditor in the Public Sector from the Ministry of Finance. Irena possesses extensive proficiency in International Internal Audit Standards, International Financial Reporting Standards, US GAAP, National Accounting Standards, and Legislation. Her professional development includes participation in numerous intensive training programs focusing on financial reporting standards, leadership, and management. Previously, Irena served as a trainer on audit methodology at one of the Big4 firms in Albania and co-trained on IFRS for various companies in the region. She joined AADF in December 2014, contributing her seasoned insights to the organization.