They say that each institution depends on the people who work there.
And we are very proud of our employees!

Driven by the desire for improvement and continuous professional development, Dante’s employees are always ready to propose new ideas, projects, and activities, as well as to participate in them. We are pleased to point out that these are teachers and employees who stand out in their profession due to their past achievements, work, and dedication.

It is extremely fulfilling to work in such a stimulating atmosphere, where both criticism and praise are accepted, and teamwork is coloured with creativity, cheerfulness, and expertise. We still have a long way to go, but we hope that we will grow both as people and as experts, continue to love our work, and be persistent in achieving our goals and those of Dante.

Principal

Andrej Marušić

Principal of the AEI Dante since 2007, a licensed trainer of the Curriculum GlobALE Programme, and the president of the Community for the Development of Human Resources and Adult Education within the Croatian Chamber of Commerce. Enthusiasm, energy, planning, organisation, communication, wit, approachability, vision and desire for new knowledge and experiences help him get through everyday challenges.

International Cooperation and EU Projects Department

Petra Katana

Head of the International Cooperation and EU Projects Department

Head of Department with many years of experience in writing and implementing projects in the field of adult education. Her creativity, openness to cooperation, communication and organisation are reflected in her projects which are, every year, full of new ideas and innovations that respond to the needs of different groups of adults.

Ivone Mataija

Professional associate

Professional associate in the Department for International Cooperation and EU Projects who enjoys working in an international environment. Extremely hard-working, persistent and dedicated to her work, which leads her to excellent results and the expansion of the network of partners and collaborators, as well as new ideas that improve the work of the project team.

Mirna Rubeša

Professional associate

Always positive and with a smile on her face, our Mirna is a professional associate at the Department for International Cooperation and EU Projects. If you are looking for information about mobility for your employees, students or yourself, Mirna is here to answer all your questions, since she is the one who coordinates our KA1 activities.

Elizabeta Šegović

Professional associate

Professional associate in the Department for International Cooperation and EU Projects. Elizabeta stands out with her creative and thoughtful approach in the creation and design of visuals, sound and audio recordings, brochures, newsletters and promotional posts. Always ready for new ideas and ways to improve project activities and materials.

Tina Šunjić

Professional associate

Professional associate in the Department for International Cooperation and EU Projects, with extensive experience in project preparation and implementation for the private sector. Her communication skills and openness to collaboration enable her to enrich every project with new ideas and perspectives. With her dedication and ambition, she is always ready to take on challenges and achieve excellence in her work.

Daria Mršić

Professional associate

Professional associate in the Department of Education and Career Development who works on the development and implementation of new programs in adult education. Behind her is rich work experience in the education sector. In her previous career, she worked as an English teacher and translator, and she also has many years of experience working on EU projects in adult education. He contributes creative and new ideas to the work o

Ivana Tutić Grokša

Professional associate

Professional Associate in the Department for International Cooperation and EU Projects, whose career path combines experience in the social welfare system with the field of science and higher education. Her dedication to issues of social justice and work with vulnerable groups informs her approach to projects, while curiosity and openness to new knowledge drive her in her daily work. Always ready to learn, explore – and travel.

Teaching Staff

Our teachers are our great value, since they are the key actors in the teaching process, always trying to engage their learners in a dynamic, interactive, and fun way, motivating and encouraging them to realise their potential and achieve the success they desire. Our teaching staff includes foreign language teachers – English, German, and Italian, and vocational experts such as mechanical engineers, economists, psychologists, medical staff, and many others who have rich experience and knowledge which they are happy to pass on to others!