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Brussels, Brussels Region, Belgium

• Contributed to advocacy efforts on key legislation (EU AI Act, NIS2, CRA, Cyber Solidarity Act, DORA); developed policy positions.• Engaged with DG CONNECT, DG DIGIT, ENISA, ECCC, EU Parliament, EU Council, and ECSO; built and strengthened relationships.• Participated in initiatives like AI Pact, Cyber Skills Academy, and ECSF; provided strategic input and insights.• Coordinated responses to policy consultations and represented ISC2 at external events and working groups.• Collaborated with internal teams to deliver comprehensive advocacy plans.• Identified emerging policy issues, provided briefings to senior management, and supported the development of advocacy processes and KPIs.

Brussels, Brussels Region, Belgium

• Driving business development, internationalization, and sales.• Managing, monitoring, and reviewing business operations.• Building client portfolio.• Handling financial activities, performance, and documentation.• Brand building.

Bucharest, Romania

• Successfully delivered 12 sustainable development strategies and 8 energy efficiency plans for various local authorities.• Succeeded in 4 grant competitions.• Established and nurtured a network of key stakeholders within the Brussels institutions.• Monitored, analyzed, and reported on relevant legislative and regulatory developments at the EU level.

Brussels Region, Belgium

• Developed and implemented strategies for capturing new business and expanding existing relationships.• Networked and built relationships with potential clients and partners to generate leads and drive growth.• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to execute on business development plans and achieve revenue targets.• Continuously monitored the competitive landscape and market trends to identify new business opportunities.• Built and maintained strong relationships with key stakeholders, including clients, partners, and industry associations.

Frankfurt Am Main, Hesse, Germany

• Developed and executed comprehensive public affairs strategies for both private and state actors.• Built and maintained positive relationships with a diverse group of stakeholders, including government officials, business leaders, and members of the media.• Successfully navigated 3 key legislative changes on files like Single-Use Plastics Directive & EU Code of Practice on Disinformation.• Drafted and distributed various communication materials that effectively convey key messages to target audiences.• Developed and maintained an up-to-date understanding of industry trends, key players, and emerging issues, and incorporate insights into ongoing public affairs strategies.

Brussels Area, Belgium

▪ Drafted periodical and on demand communications and reports.▪ Articulated company’s role and future in energy sector decarbonization.▪ Initiated and developed company’s first strategy for EU affairs.▪ Connected the company with stakeholders within EU Parliament, EU Commission, and leading think tanks.▪ Contributed to the successful resolution of an EU anti-trust case.

Brussels Area, Belgium

▪ Contributed in the negotiation process of files like Mobility Pack I, Gas Directive, Horizon Europe, CO2 emission standards for HDVs, or the Resolution on the protection of animals during transport.▪ Backed up sustainability and decarbonization chapters of energy and transport policy files.▪ Over 400 drafted documents for ITRE, AFET, TRAN, and INTA Parliamentary Committees legislative activity.▪ Assisted in addressing issues related to the MENA and Caucasus regions, deepening familiarity with regional dynamics within the AFET Committee's framework.▪ Over 20 public events designed, planned, and organized.

Bucharest, Romania

▪ Provided consultancy in accessing European and other funding sources.▪ Drafted projects and business plans.▪ Managed projects.▪ Delivered business and management consultancy.

Bucharest, Romania

▪ Political group coordination during the third mandate.▪ Successfully managed implementation of five innovative projects (e.g., Stray dog population management; Favorit Cultural Center rehabilitation; Healthy Eeating).▪ Supported sustainable development local public policies concept and design.▪ Handled internal and external consultations.▪ Lead political negotiations and support building.▪ Monitored projects' implementation.▪ Presented reports.

Bucharest, Romania

▪ Headed the fast-track finalization of the Transport Master Plan.▪ Handled internal negotiations and amending of Danube Strategy for the inclusion of river ports.▪ Facilitating effective decision-making, contributing to doubling the EU grants usage from 16% to 32%.▪ Managed tasks and people, including the 15 high-level staffs of the ministry.▪ Member of the Coordinating Council of the Romanian Naval Authority.▪ Member of the Supervising Council of “Danube Bridge Vidin – Calafat” AD.▪ Member of the Shareholders General Assembly of Bucharest Airports National Company.

Bucharest, Romania

▪ Assisted in stakeholders' consultations and legislative efforts for amending the Forestry Code.▪ Contributed to governmental opinion on halting micro-hydropower systems construction in mountain regions and protected areas.▪ Supported the conceiving and design of strategies and action plans.▪ Handled political and strategic counseling.▪ Managed the online communication channels.▪ Represented both the institution and the chief executive in technical fora.

Bucharest, Romania

▪ Lead project concept and design.▪ Secured budgeting for grants (with a total value exceeding EUR 3.9 mil.).▪ Managed and implemented projects.▪ Headed the monitoring and reporting.▪ Gave expert assistance in European-funded projects (POSDRU/4/1.4/S/5 ID: 2222).

Bucharest, Romania

▪ Delivered annual reports.▪ Helped design administration plan.▪ Set main activity and development lines for the company.▪ Gave approval on CEO management mandate.▪ Established financial and patrimony control.

Bucharest, Romania

▪ Managed +€5 mil national youth programs budget and +100 staff.▪ Successfully initiated and secured +€4 mil financing for the Youth Worker EU-funded project implementation.▪ Supervised public tendering process (draft term of reference, evaluation committee, monitor execution, and operational and financial closure).▪ Represented the agency through public speaking and negotiation in relation with ministries and other specialized bodies of public administration.▪ Over 15 national events designed and managed.

Bucharest, Romania

▪ Delivered annual reports.▪ Helped design administration plan.▪ Set main activity and development lines for the company.▪ Gave approval on CEO management mandate.▪ Established financial and patrimony control.

Bucharest, Romania

▪ Conceived and implemented a successful business plan for a period of three years.▪ Managed the company in establishing it as the leading local IT company for B2C services.▪ Reached EUR 300.000 turnover and five employees in the first year of activity.▪ Extended the provided services to a regional level.

Buc

▪ Contributed to the strategic plan of activities and events.▪ Backed the drafting of strategic policy papers.▪ Assisted in events' design and structure.▪ Planned, organized and ran public events, seminars, and workshops.▪ Managed the group’s public communication and online presence.

Bucharest, Romania

▪ Contributed to the drafting and legislative process for the Frame Law for the prevention of cruelty against animals and their protection.▪ Run political analysis and research.▪ Maintained and broadened relations with civil society.

Bucharest, Romania

▪ Provided technical and scientific support for the field study in the Nera Gorge-Beusnita National Park.▪ Monitored and analyzed press.

Bucharest, Romania

▪ Monitored and analyzed press.▪ Assisted in planning, organizing, and running public events.

Master'S Degree, Climatic Change Effects Management, Eqf Level 7

▪ Climate change dynamics ▪ Climate change induced risks ▪ Economic aspects of climate change ▪ Climate change impact on water, forests.

Post-Academic Studies In Sustainable Development Of Socio-Economic Systems, Eqf Level 7

▪ Environmental impact assessment of development programs ▪ Risk assessment and management ▪ Natural capital management ▪ Water catchments.

Bachelor Of Science (Bsc), University Studies In Ecology, Eqf Level 6

▪ Structure, functions, management, and integrated monitoring of ecosystems ▪ Structure, functions, and control of populations ▪.