Alicia Cohen is a highly accomplished and influential figure in the educational publishing industry. With post-graduate qualifications, including a master’s degree in publishing, Alicia combines her academic background with extensive professional experience.

She is the founder and driving force behind Amba Press, an innovative educational publishing start-up based in Australia. Amba Press prides itself on collaborating with both new voices and seasoned authors, aiming to transform the future of education and how the next generation is raised and educated.

Alicia’s career includes positions at Wolters Kluwer, Taylor & Francis, Cambridge University Press and Hawker Brownlow Education. Her leadership, strategic vision and deep understanding of the industry, honed through these roles, have been instrumental in guiding Amba Press to success. She is also a graduate of the company directors course, which has equipped her with robust governance and management skills.

In addition to her publishing expertise, Alicia has a strong interest in supporting authors and fellow small publishers, ensuring that their rights and contributions are respected and valued. She is passionate about highlighting the importance of educational publishers and the crucial role they play in the industry.