In her current role, Simona provides strategic direction and leadership in the Business, Design, Media and ICT Programs, leading the design, development, delivery and evaluation of innovative, high quality vocational programs, as well as building staff capability to ensure an agile vocational education workforce. Simona’s background in Arts and Design, combined with years of experience in adult education, has helped her apply creative thinking and innovation to every aspect of her career, including her role as an educational leader and mentor.

Over the years, Simona has had a number of professional affiliations, and currently holds the positions of Chair of the Furnishings Community of Practice Network, established by the Australasian Furnishing Association, and Chair of the Media Art and Design (MAD) Association, which is a network of vocational teaching professionals from creative industries courses representing TAFE Institutes across Victoria.