Position: Head of the Regional Competence Center for Mechanical Engineering and Mechatronics (March 2022 – November 2023) - Establishment Phase

• Engaged in the implementation of two EU projects (EBRD - European Fund for Regional Development, ESF - European Social Fund) valued at €7.5 million, dedicated to the establishment of the Center.
• Outlined specifications for didactic equipment and machinery in the domains of mechatronics, automation, electrical engineering, and renewable energy for procurement purposes
• Outlined specifications for teacher training initiatives and study excursions for procurement purposes:
• welding (IWE), CAD/CAM, metrology course, automation, industrial robotics, thermographer training,
• visits equipment suppliers, educational institutions, etc.
• Spearheaded multiple project-based initiatives such as:
• educational visits to schools in Bavaria, the Automatica fair in Munich, EMCO equipment sessions, the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, and more,
• engaged in partnerships with entities like PUO Algebra and associated schools.
• organization of in-house training on didactic equipment and machines
• defined the media campaign and promotional materials for procurement.
• participation in the organization of events including conferences, camps, hubs, open days, and more within the Regional Competence Center
• attended educational leadership training.

Position: Teacher of Electrical Group Subjects Duration: September (2018 – March 2022)

• Conducted comprehensive lectures on various topics including, but not limited to:
• Microcontrollers: Theory, practical sessions, Arduino, C/C++, interrupts, timers, assembler, and more.
• PLCs and Microcontrollers: Theory, practical sessions, involving Siemens Logo, sensors, various el. motors, and more.
• Embedded Systems: Theory, practical sessions, fundamentals, sensors, actuators, communication modes, and more.
• Manipulators and robots: Theory, practical sessions, industrial manipulators, Fischertechnik robotic arm control using Python.
• Automation: Theory, practical sessions, digital logic, PLCs, block programming, basics of automatic control and regulation.
• Additional subjects such as technical/business communication, foundational electrical engineering and electronics, and technical documentation.
• Acted as a Class Master.
• Led the team for Renewable Energy Sources
• Chaired the school's Professional Council of Electrical Engineering.

Position: Head of International Projects and Sales Network

• Facilitated continuous support for top-tier international clients by:
• Undertaking on-site customer visits.
• Orchestrating and delivering workshops.
• Supplying in-depth technical data insights on current products and forthcoming innovations.
• Determining competitive product pricing structures.
• Gathering critical market feedback concerning product pricing and features.
• Coordination with LED lighting development and production departments.
• Collaboration on LED lighting projects for industrial and public sectors within domestic markets.
• Collaboration on investment projects sustained through savings, with a particular focus on Energy Performance Contracting
• Orchestrated and showcased company products and innovations at the esteemed Light&Building Fairs in Frankfurt (2016 & 2018).
• Led efforts in proposal drafting, application submission, and execution of projects supported by both national and EU funds, including
• Formulated marketing strategies and developed promotional materials in compliance with technical documentation.
• Contributed actively to the company's strategic reorganization.
• Offered advisory services to the company’s top management, providing insights on organizational restructuring, company growth, and effective business policies.

Position: Agency Director
Primary Achievements:

• Strategic Business Transformation: Spearheaded the agency's transition from primary reliance on funder donations to achieving complete self-sustainability. The agency diversified its financial backing, drawing from three key sources: EU projects, market services, and tasks executed on behalf of the agency's funder/owner.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversaw overall agency operations, providing direction and managing resources.
• Identified opportunities and procured sources of funding to ensure continued growth.
• Fostered and nurtured partnerships with county institutions, official bodies, strategic partners, and service beneficiaries.
• EU Projects Involvement:
• AAT Geothermae Project: Led the project application for the NER300 program of the European Union aimed at innovating geothermal power stations. This project was recognized and awarded with a €14.7 million.
• EUPER Project: Played a pivotal role as the coordinator, emphasizing energy efficiency to combat energy poverty, a collaboration under the Slovenia-Croatia cross-border program.
• Actively participated as a partner in projects like the Bioregio, IR-OVE, all under the Slovenia-Croatia cross-border initiative.
• Founder-Directed Initiatives:
• Applied for and coordinated the "We Love Međimurje – We Use Renewable Energy Sources" campaign, promoting and subsidizing the adoption of biomass boiler systems and solar setups in private residences.
• Applied for and coordinated the "We Love Međimurje – We Save Energy" campaign, promoting and subsidizing household energy efficiency improvements, including thermal envelope systems and window replacements
• Conceptualized and implemented multiple workshops, grant proposals, and projects within the renewable energy and energy efficiency sectors.
• Supervised the project focusing on systematic energy management in public facilities across Međimurje County.
• Consultancy Services:
• Provided expert advice to Međimurje County on topics related to energy efficiency and renewable energy.
• Coordinated project initiatives for the creation of pre-feasibility analyses and developmental blueprints for broadband infrastructure in Upper Međimurje.
• Contributed to the working group promoting integrated passenger transportation across Međimurje, Varaždin, and Koprivnica-Križevci Counties.
• Market-Driven Endeavors:
• Led the coordination of strategic documents within the realm of energy efficiency and renewable energy for Međimurje County, including for cities like Čakovec and Prelog.
• Coordinator of activities and energy certifier for public lighting in the Cities of Koprivnica, Čakovec, Prelog, Mursko Središće, and Nedelišće Municipality