Dr. Biruk Alemayehu, founder of Practical Professor, is a seasoned educator and business owner with a PhD in Public Policy and a master's in accounting. With over 13 years of university teaching experience in public administration, public policy, and public budgeting, Dr. Alemayehu has a deep understanding of both academic and practical education.

Her diverse professional background includes founding a successful restaurant, working with international nonprofits, and extensive global travel. Multilingual and culturally competent, she speaks English, Amharic, Portuguese, Spanish, and Czech. Dr. Alemayehu is passionate about making education accessible to all and empowering learners with real-world skills. Currently based in New Orleans, she continues to drive Practical Professor’s mission to provide flexible, practical, and inclusive educational opportunities for a global audience.