Ayna Verella

Ayna Verella is an accomplished professional with a diverse educational background and a wealth of experience in various organizations.

She holds a Master's degree in City/Urban, Community, and Regional Planning from the prestigious Massachusetts Institute of Technology, along with a Master of Arts in Economics from American University and a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from Université catholique de Louvain.

In her professional journey, Ayna has held key positions such as Manager of Product Management at Capital One, demonstrating strong leadership and strategic skills.

Prior to her role at Capital One, she was a Goss Fellow at the Martin Trust Center for MIT Entrepreneurship and Co-Founder of Swappl, showcasing her entrepreneurial spirit and innovative mindset.

Ayna's academic and practical experiences have also led her to roles such as Graduate Research Assistant at MIT, Consultant at the World Bank Group, Program Assistant at Development Innovations Group, Analyst at FINCA International, Research Analyst at Partners In Health, Consultant at the Inter-American Development Bank, and Research Intern at Banque de la République d'Haiti.

Her expertise spans across various areas including product management, entrepreneurship, research, consulting, and private sector development.

Ayna Verella is a driven professional with a strong background in economics and planning, making significant contributions in the organizations she has been a part of.