Hi, I’m Oksana Smirnova-Perletti, a senior communications professional with 15+ years of international experience supporting global brands, agencies and scale-ups. I excel in project-based and interim engagements, quickly integrating into agency teams across Italy and EMEA to manage complex accounts, launches, and peak work periods with seamless media relations, messaging and stakeholder alignment. I’ve collaborated with brands such as Ecomondo, Expo, IKEA, Meta, MongoDB and Spotify, delivering data-driven campaigns, leadership communications, and strong brand visibility across multiple markets. I thrive on fast-turnaround delivery and cross-functional teamwork to drive strategic outcomes.…

Oksana Smirnova-Perletti

Hi, I’m Oksana Smirnova-Perletti, a senior communications professional with 15+ years of international experience supporting global brands, agencies and scale-ups. I excel in project-based and interim engagements, quickly integrating into agency teams across Italy and EMEA to manage complex accounts, launches, and peak work periods with seamless media relations, messaging and stakeholder alignment. I’ve collaborated with brands such as Ecomondo, Expo, IKEA, Meta, MongoDB and Spotify, delivering data-driven campaigns, leadership communications, and strong brand visibility across multiple markets. I thrive on fast-turnaround delivery and cross-functional teamwork to drive strategic outcomes.…

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Language

Italian
Fluent
English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate
Russian
Fluent

Work Experience

Senior Communications at Tech PR Agencies and Corporate Clients, EMA
February 1, 2021 - Present
Led communications and brand campaigns for global clients, including Allurion, Amazfit, Board International, Ecomondo, IKEA, Meta, MongoDB, and Spotify; managed media relations, positioning and content coordination with agency teams; ensured fast turnaround delivery; supported leadership during launches and sensitive situations; drove extensive media coverage through targeted pitching across top-tier outlets.
Head of Marketing & Communications at Granatum Solutions (EdTech)
March 1, 2019 - February 1, 2021
Led corporate communications and media relations across EMEA; supported brand visibility and commercial growth; delivered measurable impact through data-driven outreach; contributed to media coverage and sales; supported leadership positioning; provided coaching for investor-facing communications.
Communications Advisor / Head of Internal Communications & CSR at Hill+Knowlton Strategies
September 1, 2018 - February 1, 2022
Led strategic corporate communications and CSR initiatives across EM EA & CIS; established KPI-driven measurement; launched community-first campaigns integrating with agency teams; supported leadership positioning and investor-facing communications; provided media training.
Head of PR & Marketing | Member of Strategy Board at My Sky (FinTech)
December 1, 2015 - May 1, 2018
Developed and executed global communications strategy targeting UHNW audiences across five markets; rebranded and optimized digital visibility; elevated brand recognition and C-level media presence; collaborated with cross-market teams.
Senior International Press Officer at Expo Milano (Universal Exposition)
September 1, 2014 - November 1, 2015
Orchestrated international media communications for a global event with 24M visitors and 20,000 journalists; generated 3,000+ media stories across 60 countries; coordinated press trips, interviews, and press kits; led on-site PR activities.
Senior Account Manager at Hill+Knowlton Strategies
April 1, 2013 - September 1, 2014
Managed key accounts across EM EA; developed media relations, messaging and campaign coordination; delivered coverage and training to client teams.
Marketing & Business Development Specialist at KPMG
September 1, 2005 - March 1, 2008
Supported marketing and business development initiatives in Moscow; contributed to client proposals and campaigns.
Head of Internal Communications at Orange Business Services (France Télécom Group)
April 1, 2008 - December 1, 2010
Led internal communications across EM EA, US, CIS; crafted executive messages; drove employee engagement initiatives and internal campaigns.
Marketing Communications Manager, External & Internal Communications at Orange Business Services (France Télécom Group)
April 1, 2008 - December 1, 2010
External and internal communications; cross-functional agency collaboration; supported corporate messaging in Moscow.
Senior International Press Officer at Expo Milano 2015
September 1, 2014 - November 1, 2015
Led international media relations for a global exposition (24M visitors; 20,000+ journalists); supported content development and stakeholder alignment.
Head of PR & Marketing at My Sky (FinTech)
December 1, 2015 - May 1, 2018
Led PR & marketing across EMEA markets; rebranding and digital visibility; board-level communications and strategic market growth.
Communications Adviser / Head of Internal Communications & CSR at Hill+Knowlton Strategies
September 1, 2018 - February 1, 2022
Led strategic communications, internal campaigns and CSR programs across EMEA & CIS; media training and leadership communications.

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Qualifications

PhD in Linguistics (Cognitive Science & Cross-Cultural Communication)
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2009
Postgraduate Professional Diploma in Public Relations & Strategic Communications
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2007
PhD in Linguistics (Cognitive Science & Cross-Cultural Communication)
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2009
Postgraduate Professional Diploma in Public Relations & Strategic Communications
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2007
PhD in Linguistics (Cognitive Science & Cross-Cultural Communication)
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2009
Postgraduate Professional Diploma in Public Relations & Strategic Communications
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2007
PhD in Linguistics (Cognitive Science & Cross-Cultural Communication)
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2009
Postgraduate Professional Diploma in Public Relations & Strategic Communications
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2007

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education, Software & Internet, Telecommunications

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