Strengthening our research capacity on regional development

We are pleased to welcome Dr. Iryna Butar, PhD in Regional Development, to the Innovation Project. Iryna serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of Marketing and Business Management at the National University of Kyiv Mohyla Academy in Kyiv.

Iryna

With 18 years of teaching experience across Ukraine’s leading universities, she brings extensive expertise in management, regional development, leadership, and emotional intelligence. Iryna has authored 54 scientific publications and co-authored a textbook on management and environmental economics.

In addition to her academic role, Iryna is a certified professional coach (ICF) who conducts both personal and group coaching sessions. She was a speaker at the First Ukrainian Coaching Festival and has supervised and mentored participants at the International Integral Coaching School in Kyiv.

Dedicated to enhancing her teaching and professional skills, Iryna has recently completed several advanced courses: Management in Product-Based IT, Genesis Academy, Kyiv (2024); Neurointegration Fundamentals, Neurointegration Institute, California, USA (2024); Business-Trainer, Oksana Grabar School of Trainers, Kyiv (2022); Executive Development Program in Education Management, Kyiv Mohyla Business School (2021).

Iryna is also a passionate writer and the author of a coaching book. Beyond her professional pursuits, she enjoys creating desserts, traveling and photography.

For the past year, Iryna has been staying in Fredrikstad, where she feels secure and comfortable. She is deeply grateful to Norway for their warmth and generous welcome.

We are thrilled to have her join our team and wish her an exciting and impactful experience at Høgskolen i Østfold.

Published Oct. 31, 2024 7:40 AM - Last modified Feb. 13, 2026 7:01 AM

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