Graduate of the Department of Civil Engineering in Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, she holds and MSc in Sustainable Design from The University of Texas at Austin and a PhD from the Department of Mechanical Engineering in Aristotle University of Thessaloniki in the field of sustainable development and environmental impact assessment. She has teaching experience both in the academic level and the design and implementation of experiential education programs. She is trained as a Leave No Trace Trainer, while she has been working in the field of sustainability in tourism since 2018 and she holds certifications as a LEED Green Associate (US Green Building Council), a WELL AP (International Well Building Institute), a Sustainable Tourism Professional (Global Sustainable Tourism Council) and an Alternative & Sustainable Tourism Advisor (American Farm School of Thessaloniki). She has a recognized certification in first aid training (BLS).