Jennifer Nicole Elston is currently an Invited Assistant and a Ph.D. student in Economic and Business Sciences at the University of Algarve, Faculty of Economics. She holds a Master's degree in Accounting (2018) and a Bachelor's degree in Business Management (2015) from the same institution, and in 2023 won Best Master's Dissertation from the Economists Bar (Delegation of the Algarve). Her research explores the socioeconomic impacts of environmental challenges, focusing on the Blue Economy and its intersection with sustainable management practices. Jennifer has experience in academia, teaching courses, and supervising students, contributing to a deeper understanding of integrating environmental and economic policies. Additionally, she collaborates on interdisciplinary projects, engaging with stakeholders to foster innovative solutions in economic resilience and sustainability.