Ana Bakalinova is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in digital media and product management. She studied Political Science, Journalism, and Communication at American University, the London School of Journalism, and Goldsmiths University, among others. With her excellent academic background and skills, Ana went on to work for several top-notch companies as a Head of Product, Product Manager, Senior Producer, and Engagement Manager in various capacities, including The Huffington Post, BBC Global News, Reach Plc, 192.Com, AOL, and Filmworld. She founded Skopje Clubbing, a popular social club in Macedonia, which speaks to her entrepreneurial drive and creative spirit.

At The Huffington Post, Ana Bakalinova serves as the Head of Product, where her main responsibility is creating and defining user experiences that resonate with a global audience. Before that, she was Senior Product Manager (Bbc Features) and Global Product Manager (News, Sport, and Syndication) at BBC Global News. During her stint at the BBC, she leveraged her skills in data analysis and user research to help strategize and develop products that enhanced user engagement and retention. At Reach Plc, Ana functioned in various roles, including Head of Web Publishing, Digital Product Manager, and Senior Product Manager. She collaborated with cross-functional teams to craft digital strategies and optimize web presence across multiple platforms. Prior to that, Ana worked at 192.Com as a Senior Product Manager and at AOL Europe as Engagement Manager.

Ana Bakalinova has a wealth of experience in media production, digital marketing, content development, and product management, and her interpersonal skills, leadership abilities, and business acumen make her an asset to every organization she works with. She is passionate about improving user experiences and creating innovative solutions that meet the evolving needs of users in a rapidly changing digital landscape.