Anna Grocholsky

Anna Grocholsky is an experienced executive with a diverse background in commercialization, research, and innovation. She currently holds the position of Director, Commercialisation Pathways at Charles Sturt University.5

Professional Background

Anna is a Harvard Business School Alumni and a registered trade marks attorney. She is one of a select few Australians who have achieved the distinction of being a Certified Licensing Professional.1 Her career has spanned various roles in partnership management, external relations, and business development.

Recent Achievements

Research and Publication:: In August 2024, Anna published her first PhD research paper in the RSC Applied Interfaces journal, demonstrating her commitment to academic pursuits alongside her professional responsibilities.2

Commercialisation Initiatives:: At Charles Sturt University, Anna has been instrumental in developing and implementing commercialization strategies. In August 2024, she introduced the Commercialisation Pathways Operational Plan to the university's Research Executive.5

Previous Roles

Prior to her current position, Anna served as the Director of Commercialisation at The Heart Research Institute (HRI), a role she began in July 2022.6 She has over 15 years of experience managing corporate and government relations, business development, and related areas.4

Innovation and Impact

Anna has shown a keen interest in fostering innovation and creating impact. She developed the Impact Canvas, a tool designed to help organizations visualize and plan their impact strategies.3 This demonstrates her commitment to practical, actionable approaches to innovation and commercialization.

Anna Grocholsky's career trajectory showcases her expertise in bridging the gap between research and commercial applications, making her well-suited for her role in commercialization pathways at Charles Sturt University.