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With over 25 years of experience across hospitality, financial services, and consultancy, she has held senior executive and corporate governance roles, building strong expertise in organizational leadership, business transformation, and strategic decision-making in complex environments. She led ANA Hotels, Romania\u2019s largest hotel group by turnover, for more than a decade, guiding the company through economic crises, the COVID-19 pandemic, and major geopolitical challenges, with a focus on adaptability, strategic investment, and long-term value creation. Through her roles within FIHR, Concordia, and HOTREC, she contributes to shaping tourism development strategies and promoting a sustainable and competitive business and regulatory environment in Romania and across Europe. 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