My interest in international policy began long before it became my profession. I still remember being a student watching the world shift in the years surrounding 9/11, trying to understand how decisions made far away could ripple into everyday life. That early curiosity—part fascination, part responsibility—never disappeared. It grew into a commitment: to understand the systems that connect us and to help shape them in ways that promote fairness, transparency, and genuine international cooperation.
Today, that commitment guides my work as an Adviser at the Romanian Agency for Investment and Foreign Trade. I help coordinate Romania’s OECD accession efforts, working to bring national strategies into alignment with global standards. I also serve as the acting Chair of Romania’s National Contact Point for Responsible Business Conduct, where I work with stakeholders to advance ethical, sustainable business practices—ensuring that principles translate into meaningful action.
My career has taken me through the complex terrain of investment promotion, policy reform, and international cooperation. I’ve drafted legislation, helped align national policies with OECD expectations, and supported foreign investors as they established and expanded operations in Romania’s IT and manufacturing sectors. Whether bridging institutional priorities or translating international recommendations into practical reforms, I thrive at the intersection of national strategy and global governance.
I also serve as an Expert of the European Commission under the TAIEX instrument, a role that allows me to support public institutions across Europe and its neighborhood. TAIEX—the Technical Assistance and Information Exchange instrument—helps governments strengthen their administrative capacity by sharing EU best practices, expertise, and regulatory knowledge. Through this work, I contribute to building more effective, transparent, and EU-aligned public administrations—something I consider essential for long-term regional stability and development.
Before my current role, I supported Romania’s strategic initiatives within the Ministry of Transportation, Infrastructure and Communications. I contributed to the country’s successful bid to host the EU Cybersecurity Competence Centre in Bucharest and helped shape national cybersecurity policies. During Romania’s Presidency of the Council of the European Union, I monitored legislative files and coordinated high-level EU events—an experience that deepened my appreciation for diplomacy, negotiation, and multilateral coordination.
My journey began in research and development, leading digital innovation projects in the private sector. That experience still shapes how I approach policy: with an eye for innovation, practicality, and long-term impact. My academic work remains an important anchor as well—I’ve presented research at more than 15 international conferences and authored studies on nuclear proliferation, terrorism, and political communication. I also serve as a Registered Electoral Expert with OSCE/ODIHR, contributing to fair and democratic electoral processes.
How I Work
Openness is at the heart of my approach. I believe progress emerges when diverse perspectives meet—when people feel free to share ideas, challenge assumptions, and collaborate across borders and disciplines. Whether I’m working with policymakers, colleagues, or international partners, I aim to create space where complex problems can be explored honestly and transformed into actionable solutions.
A Bit More About Me
Outside the policy world, you’re likely to find me traveling with a camera in hand, discovering new places and the stories they hold. Travel fuels my curiosity; photography helps me slow down and observe the details that often go unnoticed.
Whether through policy or photography, I’m guided by the same instinct: to understand the world from different angles and to connect with people in meaningful ways. And I’m always open to new collaborations, new conversations, and new perspectives along the way.