ANA MARÍA ÁLVAREZ MONGE
Berlin,Germany
Summary
Proficient in computer and digital literacy, with expertise in data analytics, user experience design, and social media strategy. Skilled in leveraging digital tools to drive innovation and implement design thinking solutions. Adept at creating impactful strategies that enhance user engagement and optimise digital experiences. Committed to utilising advanced technical skills to deliver innovative solutions in dynamic environments.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Managing Director
Migrapreneur Community gUG
01.2023 - 11.2025
- Work in Tech: Providing education and integration support to 4,800 migrants living in Germany, Netherlands and in Spain.
- Currently running an AI Literacy Training for 400 migrants in Germany as part of the mission to build conscious and narrative ownership, funded by the Centre of Public Policy, and selected as one of the 15 organizations across EU to deliver this 2 year training.
- Leads implementation of numerous projects and operates as a founder.
- Supported more than 152 a year businesses built by migrants.
Managing Director & Founder
Migrapreneur UG
01.2020 - 11.2025
- Founder and Managing Director of Migrapreneur UG (Germany, 2020–present), leading initiatives that support migrant entrepreneurs. Built a thriving entrepreneurial community and facilitated access to over €3.2 million in funding for early-stage ventures. Currently developing a Master Class for migrants in Germany to scale impact and transition from one-on-one consulting to a sustainable, income-generating model.
Independent Consultant & Project Partner
Various Organizations (PayPal, Village Capital, INCO Academy gGMBH, EU Commission, Porticus, Google for Startups)
01.2018 - 11.2025
- Project Consultant (INCO Academy gGMBH, March-Oct 2020): Local and Lead Partner for the 'Get into Tech' digital program for migrants, training 511 migrants across Germany in digital skills during the pandemic.
- Project Consultant (PayPal & Village Capital, 2019): Conducted Fintech and Financial Inclusion Research Support, mapping stakeholders, needs, and market analysis across Europe for fintech solutions targeting refugees.
- Project Partner (EU Commission, 2018-2019): Country implementer of the Me4Change incubator for migrant entrepreneurs in Germany, Italy, Belgium, and Finland and the second project as an Advisor.
- Project Research (Porticus, 2023): Provided research on humanitarian and impact organizations built by migrants in Germany and Mexico.
- Project Partner (Israeli Future Forum, 2016-2017): Facilitated exchange among social entrepreneurs working on migration, resulting in the Peace Prize awarded by the German Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
- Mentor (Häagen-Dazs, Nov 2021 – Jan 2022): Mentored winners of the 'Don't Hold Back' project for migrant artists and influencers.
CEO & Founder
Migrapreneur / Migration Hub
Berlin
01.2016 - 11.2025
- Led Migrapreneur in transforming solutions for migrant integration and hosted a community of migrant entrepreneurs.
- As CEO/Founder of Migration Hub Network gGmbH, the organization was recognized as one of the 100 Landmarks of Germany.
- Received the Shimon-Peres Prize 2017 from the German Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the German-Israeli Future Forum for fostering migrant integration exchange.
- Successfully developed a functional franchise model for Migration Hubs, currently operating in Heidelberg under its own team e.V.
- Network Building: Built a unique network of more than 2,300 social organizations across Europe, African countries (Nigeria, Kenya, Uganda), and the Middle East (Israel, Jordan).
- Event Management: Hosted and organized 152 events (networking, workshops, seminars) in 3.5 years, engaging 4,511 participants.
- Sole Proprietorship & Umbrella Brand
- 5+ Years within the firm
Managing Director & Founder
Migration Hub Network gGmbH
01.2015 - 01.2019
- Created a space where social innovation met, and important larger NGOs gathered and curated events together to reach and improve narratives around migration, gathered and hosted well-known individuals such as Ai Wei Wei (Human Flow, 2018) to the discussion around Global Compact on Migration (UN, 2018), in Berlin and as a pro bono advisor in Istanbul, Turkey.
Growth & Development – Alumni Officer
United World College Foundation
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Designed strategies for the sustainability and funding of the organization.
- Participated actively in the development of a five-year strategic plan.
Communications Officer
United World College Foundation
01.2010 - 01.2013
- Led all the communication strategy and alumni network communication around the world.
Executive Officer
CCKetchum (Communication Agency)
01.2007 - 01.2010
- Provided PR services, Project Development, and Implementation for 8 clients.
- Main client was a sustainable organization leading the opening of the Carbon Neutral Office and the award-winning campaign that planted 1 million trees simultaneously in 24 countries.
Press Officer
Ministry of Finance & Public Administration of Costa Rica
01.2003 - 01.2007
- Assisted the Minister of Finances in all public affairs and public relationship strategies.
- Managed media and press briefings related to the Ministry.
Education
M.A. - Human Rights & Peace Education
National University
Costa Rica 01.2010 - 01.2015
B.A. - Journalism & Media
Universidad Latina de
Costa Rica 01.2002 - 01.2006
Skills
- Computer and digital literacy
- Digital tools proficiency
- Data analytics expertise
- User experience design
- Innovation and design thinking
- Social media strategy
Websites
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Spanish: Native (Reading, Speaking, Writing)
English: 1 (Excellent) (Reading, Speaking, Writing)
German: 2 (Proficiency/Advanced) (Reading), 3 (Intermediate) (Speaking), 2 (Advanced) (Writing)
CORE COMPETENCIES & KEY QUALIFICATIONS
- Social Entrepreneurship, NGO Development and Growth, Human Rights & Migration Focus: 20+ years in private sector entrepreneurship consulting for marginalized start-up. Expertise in assessing social innovative solutions targeting migrants.
- Business Development & Consulting: Extensive experience in business development, including fintech solutions and funding programs focusing on migration.
- Leadership & Project Management: 7 years in leadership roles, operating as a CEO and founder. Designed and implemented multiple projects, including three focused on entrepreneurship targeting migrant diasporas.
- Training & Facilitation: Extensive experience in coaching, training, and moderation, including as a Design Thinking Facilitator.
- Digital & Tech Proficiency: Full computer and full-stack digital proficiency, including UX, Online Marketing, Data Analytics, and Automation.
- Networking & Fundraising: 8 years of experience guiding founding organizations and connecting them with funds. Built a unique network of over 2,300 social organizations across Europe, Africa, and the Middle East.
LEADERSHIP & ADVISORY ROLES
- Jury Member and Mentor: World Summit Awards 2022- Present.
- Advisory Board Member: SXSW Conference, Austin, Texas. 2024-Present
- Sifted Magazine: Name as one of the 20 top influential tech people in Europe, 2023-2024
- Mentor for Entrepreneurs: Founders Institute.
- Advisory Board Member: PayPal Program, Fin-tech for Refugee Solutions. 2019
- Expert Reviewer: Applicants for the Futures Projects prize. 2020
- Jury Member: Migrant led Startups at Seedstars and Social Entrepreneurial BID for migrants at Seedstars. 2020-2021
- Former Coach and Mentor: European Social Innovation Competition by the European Commission. 2016
- Guest Professor: Social Entrepreneurship, the Yunus Center at the National University, Taipei, Taiwan. 2017
- Master Class: Refugee Studies Centre, Oxford University, 2017-2018
- Guest Professor: Bard College, Berlin, on Migration Issues and host to annual interns. 2020-2023
- Paid Political and Human Rights Journalist Guest and Commentator, Deutsche Welle. 2019-Present
REGIONAL EXPERIENCE
- Germany & European Countries 2016 – (currently)
- Costa Rica & Latin America 2003 – 2015–2023
- Mexico 2022 – 2023
- Uganda 2021
- Kenya 2020 – 2021
- Middle Eastern countries (Israel – Palestine) 2016 – 2017
- Taiwan 2017
Timeline
Managing Director
Migrapreneur Community gUG
01.2023 - 11.2025
Managing Director & Founder
Migrapreneur UG
01.2020 - 11.2025
Independent Consultant & Project Partner
Various Organizations (PayPal, Village Capital, INCO Academy gGMBH, EU Commission, Porticus, Google for Startups)
01.2018 - 11.2025
CEO & Founder
Migrapreneur / Migration Hub
01.2016 - 11.2025
Managing Director & Founder
Migration Hub Network gGmbH
01.2015 - 01.2019
Growth & Development – Alumni Officer
United World College Foundation
01.2013 - 01.2015
Communications Officer
United World College Foundation
01.2010 - 01.2013
M.A. - Human Rights & Peace Education
National University
01.2010 - 01.2015
Executive Officer
CCKetchum (Communication Agency)
01.2007 - 01.2010
Press Officer
Ministry of Finance & Public Administration of Costa Rica
01.2003 - 01.2007
B.A. - Journalism & Media
Universidad Latina de
01.2002 - 01.2006