I am an analytical thinker and strategic storyteller with over 15 years of experience spanning journalism and corporate communications. I turn complex data into clear, business-ready narratives that protect and grow brands. I lead external and internal comms programs, craft authentic messaging, manage crises, and drive integrated campaigns across global teams. I thrive on building relationships with stakeholders, shaping strategy, and delivering measurable results.

Monika Grabek

I am an analytical thinker and strategic storyteller with over 15 years of experience spanning journalism and corporate communications. I turn complex data into clear, business-ready narratives that protect and grow brands. I lead external and internal comms programs, craft authentic messaging, manage crises, and drive integrated campaigns across global teams. I thrive on building relationships with stakeholders, shaping strategy, and delivering measurable results.

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I am an analytical thinker and strategic storyteller with over 15 years of experience spanning journalism and corporate communications. I turn complex data into clear, business-ready narratives that protect and grow brands.

I lead external and internal comms programs, craft authentic messaging, manage crises, and drive integrated campaigns across global teams. I thrive on building relationships with stakeholders, shaping strategy, and delivering measurable results.

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Experience Level

Intermediate

Language

English
Fluent
Polish
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate
Dutch
Beginner

Work Experience

Senior Manager – Global Strategic Communications (Interim) at HAVI
August 1, 2025 - Present
Drive internal communications and engagement programs across the global organization; develop leadership messaging and toolkits; support M&A related change communications; ensure consistent, aligned communication and stronger cultural connection.
Fintech Communications Lead (Freelance role) at Booking.com
October 1, 2024 - July 31, 2025
Strategic and change communications on a major transformation project related to regulated payments in the FinTech unit.
Head of Content (Contract/Freelance) at Atradius
May 1, 2024 - October 31, 2024
Led a seven-person team to create impactful thought leadership publications and content campaigns for brand awareness and lead generation. Developed 2025 content strategy and crisis communications plan; oversaw external and internal communications.
Europe Communications and Brand Lead at DPR Construction
December 1, 2021 - January 31, 2024
Led internal and external communications for the European region including media relations, crisis communications, executive and employee communications, blogs, videos, and overall strategic messaging. Served on leadership team; aligned marketing and communications with global strategy; supported industry events and produced content for speaking engagements. Organized and moderated quarterly all hands meetings; developed internal communications course with high participation; led front-page press coverage in Europe.
Global Communications Manager at Arcadis
September 1, 2018 - November 30, 2021
Managed corporate communications including press releases, crisis messaging, website copy, articles, social media, partnerships, executive profiling, agency management, and investor relations content. Led global PR community of practice and COVID-19 taskforce; defined content strategy for website overhaul; drove thought leadership campaigns and cross-functional workshops.
Content Marketing Manager at Leaseweb
November 1, 2017 - August 31, 2018
Devised and implemented content marketing strategy across digital and offline channels for campaigns and events; managed budget; produced blog posts, case studies, white papers, videos, webinars and other collateral; ensured brand voice consistency.
Reporter at Bloomberg News
April 1, 2012 - April 1, 2016
Wrote and published concise market-moving stories for the Bloomberg terminal live newswire; aggregated insights from strategists; mentored colleagues and contributed to product improvements and new channels.
Senior Consultant – Advisory Services at KPMG LLP
September 1, 2007 - October 31, 2011
Planned and executed projects for capital market clients, including risk assessment, policy and process design, management reporting, treasury, trading and risk systems.

Education

Course - Strategic Communications and Corporate Storytelling at New York University, School of Professional Studies - Online
January 11, 2030 - January 2, 2026
Master of Science - Information Systems Technologies at The George Washington University, Washington, D.C., USA
January 11, 2030 - January 2, 2026
Bachelor of Business Administration – Finance; Management Information Systems at The George Washington University, Washington, D.C., USA
January 11, 2030 - January 2, 2026
Certified coach and meditation instructor at Mindvalley
January 11, 2030 - January 2, 2026

Qualifications

Certified coach and meditation instructor
January 11, 2030 - January 2, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education, Software & Internet, Travel & Hospitality, Financial Services