Elina Stanek

Elina Stanek, BSc.

Elina Stanek is a sustainability advocate and event professional based in Vienna, Austria. With a Bachelor's in Environmental and Bio Resource Management from BOKU Vienna and a current Master's in Social Ecology and Ecosystems at the University of Vienna, she bridges ecological thinking with strategic communication.

As Sustainability Lead and Event Manager at Women in AI Austria, Elina works at the intersection of AI and sustainability — making responsible AI visible and accessible through community building, outreach, and event formats. She is a sought-after speaker on topics such as the environmental impact of AI, green meetings, and sustainable digital innovation, having presented at events including KlimaZukunft 2025, DSC DACH, and Green Events Austria.

Beyond tech, Elina brings a uniquely hands-on perspective: she is a certified PADI diving instructor who has participated in coral spawning expeditions in the Dominican Republic and grey whale research in Mexico — a testament to her deep commitment to the natural world she works to protect.