Ana-Maria Schwirzenbeck holds a B.Sc. in Business Studies and Economics with a specialization in Quantitative Economics. Driven by her interest in international and development economics, she focuses on macroeconomic factors and policies, as well as the role of global institutions in shaping sustainable development. Ana-Maria has gained valuable experience as a research assistant and teaching assistant in economics, and through internships where she worked on implementing ESG policies and conducting macroeconomic research. Committed to addressing pressing global economic challenges, she is continuing her academic journey with a master’s in the field of economics to further develop her expertise. Ultimately, she aims to leverage her skills to make a tangible impact on global economic policy and development.