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Real change starts from within.
ANNA CLEY
WORK WITH ME
Let's build
something
that matters
I partner with organizations to design programs, strategies, and experiences that require both creative intelligence and operational rigor.
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CREATIVE STRATEGY
Brand identity, narrative positioning, and go-to-market strategy that connects insight to impact.
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IMMERSIVE LEARNING DESIGN
Human-centered curriculum and experience programs for communities, corporations, and cultural institutions.
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PROGRAM LEADERSHIP
Fractional executive direction — translating mission and vision into structured, sustainable operations.
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ANNA CLEY
Rocket Scientist.
Opera Singer.
Storyteller.
Anna's path defies a single category. She trained as an aerospace engineer, performed at Carnegie Hall, and has built programs, brands, and immersive experiences that bridge the analytical and the deeply human. That rare breadth — of rigour and creativity, of systems and soul — is the foundation of everything she does.
AUTHOR
Transformational storytelling that guides readers through self-discovery and resilience — from fairytale to lived wisdom.
CREATIVE STRATEGIST
From aerospace to opera to entrepreneurship — Anna bridges creative vision and operational execution with rare clarity.
FOUNDER
Stardust Immersive LLC delivers innovation strategy, creative development, and immersive learning for organizations ready to do something different.
What Shapes My Leadership
My journey — from aerospace engineering to opera to entrepreneurship and learning — taught me how to:
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lead with empathy
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build systems that support people
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bridge creative vision with operational clarity
These experiences are the foundation of how I work with teams to produce structured, sustainable, and human-centered programs.
What I Do
I partner with organizations to design, launch, and scale programs that require both strategic clarity and creative intelligence.
I often:
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lead cross-functional initiatives from concept through execution
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translate mission and vision into operational programs and roadmaps
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align creative, technical, and operational teams around shared outcomes
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design learning and experience-driven programs for real communities
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shape creative strategy by connecting insight, narrative, and experience — ensuring ideas are not only compelling, but executable at scale
I thrive in environments where meaning meets measurement, and where diverse teams come together to create genuine impact.
What's Next
I’m interested in mission-driven leadership roles where I can shape learning, culture, and engagement across programs, teams, and experiences — including:
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Program Direction
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Creative Strategy
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Immersive Learning Design
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Marketing Leadership
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Product Development
Work & Impact - Selected Work
LEAP | Fractional Executive Director of Programs - Since 2023
Directed strategic initiatives and led rebranding and marketing efforts, boosting brand visibility and attracting new clients. Implemented digital solutions to streamline operations and used data-driven insights to inform business decisions.TINY App | Creative Director
Conceptualized and led the early stages of development of a new digital product to expand services and market reach. Redefined the brand identity through user research and competitive audits. Developed user-centered designs, instructional frameworks, and creative briefs.IoEcorp | Business Development
Facilitated instrumental funding by connecting investors with leadership and supporting strategic planning.Creative Strategy
Supported businesses through creative content, marketing strategy, design, and positioning, and clear target-audience definition to strengthen brand clarity, engagement, and market impact.Tiny Treasures Academy & University | Immersive Curriculum Creator - Present
Created immersive learning experiences with a focus on music and performing arts, integrating multisensory, interactive storytelling.LEAP | Fractional Executive Director of Programs - Present
Spearheaded immersive learning programs, resulting in increased enrollment and community engagement.SCRPT | Prime Creator
Conceptualized innovative, immersive learning capsules for corporate professionals.Workshops
Designed and delivered The Art of Charisma workshop, applying stage performance techniques to corporate leadership, including stress management, communication, and peak performance.Opera en Code (album) | Co‑Creator, Vocal Artist
A collaborative project exploring human voice and electronic soundscapes, combining traditional opera with modern sonic elements to evoke emotional and cognitive experiences.Destinée (music video) | Musical Director, Lyricist, Vocal Artist
Developed and interpreted a musical piece that conveys resilience, hope, and inner transformation through reinterpretation of a classical étude.Kovasky | Kollision | Co‑Creator, Musical Advisor, Performing Artist
Worked with fashion designers (e.g., Minika Ko) to integrate musical performance into multisensory runway experiences, demonstrating the power of creative integration across mediums. Released collaborative music that blends electronic and vocal performance, expanding creative boundaries in art‑music fusion.Opera & Masterclasses | Performing Artist, Teaching Artist
Performed operatic roles across professional venues (Carnegie Hall, NYC stages) and facilitated masterclasses, showcasing artistic mastery and educational engagement.The Journey of the Heart | Author & Creator
Authored and published a transformational fairytale that guides readers through self‑discovery and resilience. Designed as a multisensory experience with narrative depth and illustrated storytelling that resonates across audiences.The Power of Presence | Creative Writer & Sound Designer
Created original written and audio stories designed to inspire growth, well-being, and personal empowerment. Developed guided meditations and narrative pieces that explore presence, courage, and immersive insight.Compagnie Souffle d’Or | Founder & Events Producer
Conceptualized and produced lyrical and musical experiences for underserved communities, managing all aspects from artistic direction to logistics and audience engagement.MUCEM | Guest Experience Manager
Engaged diverse audiences through guided exhibitions, fostering cultural curiosity and historical awareness.Penelope Group | Guest Experience Manager
Led guest experience operations for high-profile cultural venues and international events, ensuring seamless execution and audience satisfaction.Europropulsion | Configuration Manager
Managed critical ARIANE 5 booster projects, executing rigorous documentation and requirements control while aligning with key aerospace stakeholders and operational standards.NeoPost | Technical Project Manager
Led IT engineering team to develop and optimize shipment processing software (C/C++), improving system efficiency and performance.CNES (French Space Agency) | Aerospace Engineer
Conducted mission analyses and feasibility studies for VEGA and ARIANE 5 launchers, delivering strategic client reporting and ensuring optimal performance through simulation technologies (MATLAB-Simulink, Fortran).Bouygues Construction | QSE
Supported quality, safety, and environmental management strategies, conducting compliance monitoring and process improvements.
Capabilities
Communication & Collaboration
Stakeholder Engagement, Executive Coaching, Public Speaking, Cross-functional Collaboration, Executive Communication, Presentation Skills, Facilitation, Influence & Persuasion, Languages (English, French, Italian)
Design & Innovation
Creative Strategy Development, Concept Development, User-Centered Design, Design Thinking, Experiential Design, UX/UI Design, Graphic Design, Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, Canva, Maze, Ableton, Reaper, Filmora, Creative Writing, Immersive Storytelling, Web Design, Music, Sound Design
Technical & Analytical Skills
Spreadsheets (Google Sheets, Microsoft Excel), Google Analytics, YouTube Analytics, Python, C/C++, Algorithmics, MATLAB/Simulink, SQL, Generative AI (prompt engineering, ethics, bias awareness, workflow optimization), Google Workspace
Program Management
Program Development, Product Development, Project Management, Agile Methodologies, Waterfall, Quality Assurance, Configuration Management, Technical Management, Project Lifecycle, Escalation Management, Procurement
Marketing & Go-to-Market
Brand Identity, Brand Management, Email Marketing, Content Marketing, Social Media Marketing, SEO, Market Research, Go-to-Market Strategy Development
Learning & Development
Instructional Design, Training & Facilitation, Curriculum Development, Training Program Development, Blended Learning, Adult Learning, Corporate Training, Executive Coaching, Cognitive Psychology
Education & Certificates
Master's in Engineering - Ecole Centrale de Nantes, France
Aerospace Engineering - Politecnico di Milano, Italy
Project Management - Google Professional Certificate
UX Design - Google Professional Certificate
Data Analytics - Google Professional Certificate
Python for data science, AI & Development - IBM
Music & Performing Arts - Conservatoire de Paris
Cognitive Psychology (NLP) / Hypnosis - IFHE, Paris + Achology
Let’s Connect
If you’re building programs that matter — and need a leader who can bridge vision with execution — let’s talk.
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