Elena Ristea joined the Subnational Business Ready (B-READY) team in May 2023 as a Consultant. She graduated from the Faculty of Law at the University of Bucharest in 2022 and became a member of the Bucharest Bar in 2023. During her academic journey, Elena completed internships that solidified her choice to pursue a career as a lawyer. Currently, she is practicing law in various areas, including commercial, corporate, and civil law, expanding her expertise in these fields.