About ELSA Alumni
Our Mission & Vision
Our Vision: Towards A Just World
ELSA Alumni promotes a just world in which there is respect for human dignity and cultural diversity - by leading with courage and integrity, by amplifying each other’s impact, and by supporting the next generation of ELSA leaders.
Our Mission: Leading By Example.
ELSA Alumni is a unique network that brings together a diverse group of Alumni from all walks of life, from different generations and from different countries. By joining forces, we aim to make the world more just every day, by:
- Inspiring others in a community of like-minded peers.
- Helping ethical, impactful leaders to grow, develop and be recognized.
- Actively advocating for a just world and inspiring others to do so.
- Giving back by supporting the vision, activities and talent of ELSA.
Board of Directors
The Board of Directors is responsible for the strategic direction and day to day management and operation of ELSA Alumni. The Board of Directors consists of a President, a Vice-President and a Treasurer, as well as up to five additional members. Members of the Board of Directors are elected by the General Assembly of ELSA Alumni that meets once a year.
Anu Mattila
President 2025
Anu has been elected as the President of ELSA Alumni for 2025, following in the footsteps of her accomplished predecessor, Thésa Prisse. Anu’s connection to ELSA dates back to the early 1990s, when she was active at the local level in Helsinki. After a long break, she reconnected with ELSA Alumni at the ELSA Transition BBQ in Brussels several years ago. Since then, she has been a regular participant in Alumni events, appreciating the spirit, the strong sense of community and shared values of ELSA. Professionally, Anu is a partner at Eversheds Sutherland Finland, specializing in complex cross-border transactions and investment projects, with a particular focus on the technology and defense sectors. She has extensive experience advising companies on regulatory compliance, including export controls, international sanctions, and trade controls, as well as navigating the unique challenges of these industries. Anu helps businesses align with international frameworks while addressing sector-specific complexities. As President, Anu is dedicated to strengthening collaboration among members, building on the association’s established goals, and continuing to make ELSA Alumni a welcoming and dynamic community.
AGNIESZKA STOBIECKA-KUIK
ROLE, Vice-President
Aga will be heading ELSA Alumni ROLE project in 2025. She is a member at the Legal Service of the European Commission Competition Team, dealing with merger control and anti-trust and DMA enforcement
MORITZ AM ENDE
Treasurer
Moritz is ELSA Alumni Treasurer for 2025. He is a partner in Schima Mayer Starlinger Rechtsanwälte GmbH.
FABIENNE NUFER
Professional Development
. Fabienne is an attorney at law and civil law notary at Wenger Vieli. Ltd. Fabienne is responsible for the Professional Development pillar of ELSA Alumni.
LAURENTIU GHERASE
Secretary General
Laurentiu a legal professional with proven knowledge in Privacy & Data Protection law as well as Digital & IT law. Laurentiu is Secretary General for ELSA Alumni in 2025
PIERANGELO GRAZIANI
Director for ELSA Alumni's Giving Back Program
Pierangelo is a founding father of the alumni association of ELSA, and has been an active member for nearly 20 years.
SIMON DE ZORDO
Professional Networks and Fundraising
Simon is lawyer and Senior Associate at Loyce Legal with offices in Bolzano, Milan and Brunico, representing startups, SMEs and large corporations from a variety of sectors. He focuses primarily on corporate law, including M&A and business transfers, especially in the energy and environmental sectors, as well as on public procurement law and arbitration. Board member of the European Lawyers’ Union, board member of ELSA Alumni and lecturer at the South Tyrol Business School. In 2025 Simon will be responsible for Professional Networks and Fundraising in ELSA Alumni
TEODOR OBREAȘCU
Marketing
Teo is a highly motivated, ambitious, and creative person, currently working in multiple teams that drive companies forward. Great problem solving skills with strong background in Creative & IT Services. Teo is in charge of ELSA Alumni marketing and communication.