Elena (She/her), originally from Russia, made the life-changing decision to move to the United States in July 2023. She has a Bachelor’s Degree in Philology and more than 10 years of experience in the procurement sphere. As of February 2024, Elena began working at SHAC as the Procurement and Accounts Payable Specialist. When not crunching numbers and ensuring smooth operations, Elena finds solace in her passion for baking and cooking for her family and friends, and engages in lively rounds of table games. An avid reader, she particularly enjoys immersing herself in gripping detective stories in the evening.