Meet our lecturers: Professor Anna Chechel (Business, Finance and Enterprise)

Professor Anna Chechel, University of Cambridge

At Innovate Summer Academy, we believe in empowering tomorrow’s leaders—and there’s no better place to begin than our Faculty of Business, Finance and Enterprise

Professor Anna Chechel joins our expert lecturers, bringing with her a wealth of experience from her role as a Research Associate at the University of Cambridge Judge Business School, where she focuses on developing innovative models for effective governance, fostering social resilience, and advancing local communities.

Under Professor Chechel's guidance, Students will explore everything from strategic leadership and ethical business practices to digital disruption and global trade. With her dynamic teaching style and real-world expertise, Professor Chechel inspires students to think critically, act ethically, and innovate boldly.

Across 10 engaging modules and hands-on projects—including a Shark Tank-style pitch and a capstone project tackling global challenges—students gain the tools and confidence to lead with purpose. With just 12 students per class, each participant receives personalised attention and expert guidance, focusing on the skills needed for further academic study at University.

Whether you dream of launching a start-up, studying business at university, or simply want to better understand the world of commerce, this is where your journey begins.

Want to find out more?

Watch our Q&A with Professor Chechel below, where we discuss the importance of interdisciplinary study and why curiosity is your superpower.

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