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Anna Cley Calamari

Experience-Led Innovation | Creative Strategy
Cultural Programming | Immersive Learning

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About
I am a Program Director & Cross-Functional Leader whose career spans strategic design, immersive experiences, and creative leadership. I bring both analytical rigor and creative vision to organizations that aim to meaningfully impact their communities and audiences.

Before focusing on program leadership, I followed a non-traditional path that equipped me with rare depth and adaptability. I trained as a rocket scientist, performed internationally as a mezzo-soprano, and led creative and design initiatives that combined insight with impact. This breadth allows me to translate big ideas into operational programs, strategic learning experiences, and cross-team initiatives that deliver measurable results.

Across roles, I blend:
  • strategic program leadership
  • experience-driven design thinking
  • collaborative team facilitation
  • outcome-oriented execution

I believe that impactful work sits at the convergence of purpose, creativity, and systems thinking.
What Shapes My Leadership
My journey — from aerospace engineering to opera to entrepreneurship, from strategy to lived experience — taught me how to:
  • lead with empathy
  • build systems that support people
  • 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:
  • lead cross-functional initiatives from concept through execution
  • translate mission and vision into operational programs and roadmaps
  • align creative, technical, and operational teams around shared outcomes
  • design learning and experience-driven programs for real communities
  • 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:
  • Program Direction
  • Creative Strategy
  • Immersive Learning Design
  • Marketing Leadership
  • 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.

Let's Chat

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