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Our team

They say that each institution depends on the people who work there.

And we are very proud of our employees!

Driven by the desire for improvement and continuous professional development, Dante’s employees are always ready to propose new ideas, projects, and activities, as well as to participate in them. We are pleased to point out that these are teachers and employees who stand out in their profession due to their past achievements, work, and dedication.

It is extremely fulfilling to work in such a stimulating atmosphere, where both criticism and praise are accepted, and teamwork is coloured with creativity, cheerfulness, and expertise. We still have a long way to go, but we hope that we will grow both as people and as experts, continue to love our work, and be persistent in achieving our goals and those of Dante.

Principal

Andrej Marušić

Principal of the AEI Dante since 2007, a licensed trainer of the Curriculum GlobALE Programme, and the president of the Community for the Development of Human Resources and Adult Education within the Croatian Chamber of Commerce. Enthusiasm, energy, planning, organisation, communication, wit, approachability, vision and desire for new knowledge and experiences help him get through everyday challenges.

Katja Soldat

Head of the Principal’s office / Andragogical Coordinator

Andragogical Coordinator in the Department for Education and Career Development, and also the Head of the Director’s Office, always ready to welcome you with a smile and great patience to help resolve all your inquiries – and often ours too. In her role, she combines what she loves – good organization, clear communication, and helping others. Every day is different and dynamic, and it’s precisely this variety that provides extra motivation.

She coordinates the administrative aspects of the work and is always ready to assist participants, offering guidance and support in choosing programs and addressing other challenges.

International Cooperation and EU Projects Department

Petra Katana

Head of the International Cooperation and EU Projects Department

petra@dante-ri.hr

Head of Department with many years of experience in writing and implementing projects in the field of adult education. Her creativity, openness to cooperation, communication and organisation are reflected in her projects which are, every year, full of new ideas and innovations that respond to the needs of different groups of adults.

Ivone Mataija

Associate

ivone@dante-ri.hr

Professional associate in the Department for International Cooperation and EU Projects who enjoys working in an international environment. Extremely hard-working, persistent and dedicated to her work, which leads her to excellent results and the expansion of the network of partners and collaborators, as well as new ideas that improve the work of the project team.

Mirna Rubeša

Associate

mobility@dante-ri.hr

Always positive and with a smile on her face, our Mirna is a professional associate at the Department for International Cooperation and EU Projects. If you are looking for information about mobility for your employees, students or yourself, Mirna is here to answer all your questions, since she is the one who coordinates our KA1 activities.

Elizabeta Šegović

Associate

Professional associate in the Department for International Cooperation and EU Projects. Elizabeta stands out with her creative and thoughtful approach in the creation and design of visuals, sound and audio recordings, brochures, newsletters and promotional posts. Always ready for new ideas and ways to improve project activities and materials.

Ivana Tutić Grokša

Associate

Professional Associate in the Department for International Cooperation and EU Projects, whose career path combines experience in the social welfare system with the field of science and higher education. Her dedication to issues of social justice and work with vulnerable groups informs her approach to projects, while curiosity and openness to new knowledge drive her in her daily work. Always ready to learn, explore – and travel.

Tina Šunjić

Associate

tina@dante-ri.hr

Professional associate in the Department for International Cooperation and EU Projects, with extensive experience in project preparation and implementation for the private sector. Her communication skills and openness to collaboration enable her to enrich every project with new ideas and perspectives. With her dedication and ambition, she is always ready to take on challenges and achieve excellence in her work.

Education and Career Guidance Department

Marko Čobanov

Head of the department

As Head of the Education Department, he is responsible for supporting participants in choosing educational programs that best align with their goals and needs. His experience in working with adults has taught him the importance of an individual approach and patience in the educational process. A professional work ethic, combined with a touch of humor, helps create a pleasant atmosphere in which both participants and staff feel comfortable

Lorena Kolak

Associate

Professional associate in the Department of Education and Career Development who takes care of the wide educational offer of our institution and the introduction of new education programs. In addition, Lorena teaches Croatian language for foreigners and takes care of the high school offer of our institution. Positivity and openness to new ideas lead to the introduction of innovations in our education programs!

Sara Ristić

Associate

For all inquiries and information about programs, admissions, exams, you can contact Sara – our professional associate in the Department of Education and Career Development. He approaches his work seriously, but always with a good dose of laughter and positivity, which he selflessly shares with others. It provides support to our students and teachers in the teaching process, so that both of them can make the teaching as pleasant and fun as possible.

Daria Mršić

Associate

Professional Associate in the Department for Education and Career Development, with a focus on supporting participants in achieving their professional goals. In her daily work, she combines experience in education with an individualized approach to career development. She is motivated by working in an environment that promotes lifelong learning and personal growth.

Monika Fajdetić

Associate

Professional associate in the Department of Education and Career Development who works on the development and implementation of new programs in adult education. Behind her is rich work experience in the education sector. In her previous career, she worked as an English teacher and translator, and she also has many years of experience working on EU projects in adult education. He contributes creative and new ideas to the work o

Tina Fresl

Associate

As a Professional Associate in the Department for Adult Education and Career Development, she is always available to offer help, support, and the occasional piece of advice to our current and future participants.

Her many years of experience in dynamic fields, where daily interaction with diverse individuals was the norm, have taught her how to recognize and meet different client needs while maintaining professionalism, kindness, and a cheerful spirit.

Dalila Bunić

Associate

Dalila is a Professional Associate in the Department for Education and Career Development. In her daily work with participants, she provides individualized support in selecting educational programs and planning their careers, always striving to understand their needs and ambitions. Her patience, approachable nature, and warm working style create a welcoming atmosphere that encourages learning and professional growth.

Teaching Staff

Our teachers are our great value, since they are the key actors in the teaching process, always trying to engage their learners in a dynamic, interactive, and fun way, motivating and encouraging them to realise their potential and achieve the success they desire. Our teaching staff includes foreign language teachers – English, German, and Italian, and vocational experts such as mechanical engineers, economists, psychologists, medical staff, and many others who have rich experience and knowledge which they are happy to pass on to others!

CERTIFICATES AND PARTNERSHIPS

Our courses are verified by the Ministry of Science and Education of the Republic of Croatia. At the end of the semester or a programme, our learners take an exam to obtain a certificate that proves the competences they have acquired.

We believe in knowledge.

We believe that it should be available to everyone. We are guided by the principle of quality assurance, promotion of international cooperation and partnership, and fostering of lifelong learning.

We listen to your needs and adjust the programmes accordingly!

NEWS

It’s always dynamic in Dante. Check out the latest news!

Visit Taste of Harmony website!

April 9th, 2023|EU projects|

An open-source online learning platform featuring activities and tools in English and partner languages is created to support native-born and foreign-born adult members of

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Education is not preparation for life. Education is life itself.

JOHN DEWEY

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