About us · Our team

People who guard the mission
the young people it is intended for

The Foundation works through administrative structures in the United States of America and Serbia, with advisors, associates, experts and volunteers from various fields.

Management

Experience in the service of the Foundation

Management members combine experience in education, law, finance, culture, communications, philanthropy and working with the diaspora. In line with the work of the Foundation, the focus here is on their experience, responsibility and contribution, rather than on large portrait photographs.

Board of Directors in America

People who guard the mission

The Board of Directors in America oversees the work and development of the Foundation and connects its philanthropic legacy to future generations.

Màri Shobe (Đorđević)

Màri Shobe (Đorđević)

President of the Board of Directors in America

Since its establishment, it has been associated with the work of the Foundation and the continuation of its philanthropic heritage. She is educated in the fields of anthropology, history and museum studies, with many years of experience in the non-profit sector, educational programs and volunteering.

Dr Slavka Drašković

Dr. Slavka Draskovic

Vice President of the Board of Directors in America · President and Director of the Board of Directors in Serbia

A leader and manager with experience in organizational development, international business, education and cooperation with the diaspora. She worked in institutions and companies in Serbia and abroad and has been involved in the development of the Foundation for years.

Aleksandar Kovačević

Aleksandar Kovacevic

Member of the Board of Directors in America · Vice President of the Board of Directors in Serbia

He received his education in the field of finance and business administration in the USA. He built his business experience through finance, investments and project development, with a special interest in supporting the careers of young people.

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Dusica Protic

Emeritus member of the Board of Directors in America

Lawyer from New York with decades of experience in the field of law and securities markets. She built her professional career in American regulatory institutions, the legal profession and the financial sector.

Foundation in Serbia

Experience in the service of the Foundation

The team in Belgrade manages the operational work of the Foundation in Serbia and the region, the scholarship program, projects, cooperation and communication with the community.

Dr Slavka Drašković

Dr. Slavka Draskovic

President and Director of the Board of Directors in Serbia

A leader and manager with experience in organizational development, international business, education and cooperation with the diaspora. She worked in institutions and companies in Serbia and abroad and has been involved in the development of the Foundation for years.

Aleksandar Kovačević

Aleksandar Kovacevic

Vice President of the Board of Directors in Serbia

He received his education in the field of finance and business administration in the USA. He built his business experience through finance, investments and project development, with a special interest in supporting the careers of young people.

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Olga Danilovic

Emeritus member of the Board of Directors

Graduated lawyer with many years of experience in state administration, local self-government, diaspora and endowment. For decades, she has been involved in the Foundation's projects in the fields of philanthropy, education and culture.

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Vuka Jeremic

Manager

Librarian and advisor with decades of experience in the "Svetozar Marković" University Library, organization of cultural programs, contests and events. Before being appointed as a manager, she was an adviser to the Foundation.

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Marina Tomovic

Advisor

Graduated in economics and master of technical sciences in public relations and multimedia communications. She managed the foundation from 2023 to 2026 and worked on the development of programs and philanthropic initiatives.

Advisory Board

Knowledge from various fields

The advisory board brings together people with experience in culture, science, education, technology and youth work.

Advisory Board

Dr. Žaneta Đukić Perišić

Literary historian, author and researcher, dedicated to the study of Ivo Andrić's works and cultural institutions for many years.

Advisory Board

Prof. Dr. Ilija Savić

Scientist and professor of the Faculty of Physics, with many years of experience in teaching, scientific work and management of academic institutions.

Advisory Board · Alumni

Nenad Krzman

Expert in information technology and business management with experience in international technology companies; former scholarship holder of the Studenica Foundation.

Associates and experts

Knowledge that accompanies projects over the years

During the work of the Foundation, a large number of experts, volunteers and associates were involved in the projects. We highlight some of the people who have contributed to various programs and initiatives over the years.

Dr. Veselin Sjekloća · advisor Sara Kijanović · associate
Smilja Rajković · psychologist and member of the scholarship selection committee
Prof. Dr. Srbobran Branković · Faculty of Economics, Finance and Administration
Srđan Sikimić · legal advisor
Mrs Mirjana Jovanović Tomić · lawyer and legal advisor
Zoran Golubović · IT expert, USA
Prof. Dr. Žarko Trebješanin · professor at the University of Belgrade
Prof. Dr. Aleksandar Jugović · Professor at the University of Belgrade
Dr. Alisa Marić · support for the "Chess Queen" project„
Community

The foundation is made up of people who turn their experience into support for others

If you want to contribute with knowledge, time or cooperation, contact the Foundation.

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