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I am Mihaela Monica Vasile, a Corporate Affairs and Public Affairs leader with 14+ years of experience shaping institutional engagement, regulatory strategy and corporate reputation in highly regulated sectors across Romania, Bulgaria and Moldova. I partner with executive leadership to navigate complex policy environments and build sustainable stakeholder relationships.
I regularly speak at industry conferences and institutional forums on regulatory and sustainability developments, and I enjoy turning complex policy challenges into clear, credible narratives. I mentor teams to align external messaging with EU and national legislation and to drive responsible growth in dynamic markets.
Experience Level
Language
English
Fluent
Italian
Advanced
French
Advanced
Romanian, Moldavian, Moldovan
Fluent
Work Experience
Founder & Principal at MMV AZ Consulting
June 1, 2025 - PresentActed as spokesperson for a company operating in a regulated environment; managed external messaging and institutional communication; drafted position papers, executive briefings and official statements aligned with EU and national legislation; supported stakeholder engagement and dialogue with relevant authorities; facilitated media exposure by coordinating podcast participation and preparing key messaging for interview settings.
Market Lead Romania & Moldova at Agreena Aps (Denmark)
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2025Strengthened corporate positioning in Romania & Moldova through strategic partnerships and stakeholder engagement aligned with emerging carbon regulation frameworks; led adaptation of corporate communication materials to align global messaging with local market expectations and institutional context; launched the Agreena Ambassador Programme and initiated a strategic pilot partnership with WorldSkills Romania; engaged with institutional stakeholders on carbon farming regulatory developments; represented the company as a speaker at major industry conferences.
Communication & Public Affairs Consultant at Agrobiotechrom Association, member of EuropaBio
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2022Led administrative operations (budget, payments) and coordinated General Assembly meetings; drafted joint position papers aligned with EU guidance and CropLife Europe; fostered connections with EU stakeholders; managed communication on biotech topics; organized association high-level events; monitored media and legislative developments.
Public Affairs & Sustainability Lead at Bayer Romania
January 1, 2020 - September 30, 2020Designed and led Corporate Public Affairs and sustainability strategies across Romania, Bulgaria and Moldova; member of the Country Group CS Leadership Team and EMEA License-to-Operate network.
Head of Crop Science Public Affairs & Sustainability at Bayer S.R.L.
July 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019Navigated political/agricultural landscapes; resolved reputational issues; built strategic partnerships; represented company in industry platforms, strengthening institutional positioning and mitigating reputational risk; protected license-to-operate across multiple markets; led budget planning and cross-functional collaboration.
Corporate Engagement & Government Affairs Manager at Monsanto Romania
June 1, 2011 - June 30, 2019Led public affairs strategy and license-to-operate management across Romania and Bulgaria; advised senior leadership on regulatory strategy, stakeholder engagement and corporate reputation risks in complex policy environments; coordinated institutional and media engagements for executive leadership, including visits of the company President; oversaw budget planning and cross-functional collaboration; led corporate response to high-visibility regulatory debates (including glyphosate renewal).
Corporate Affairs & Regulatory Support at Monsanto Romania
January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2011Earlier roles in corporate affairs and regulatory support within Monsanto.
Education
Master's Degree (in progress) - Sustainable Agriculture at University of Agronomic Sciences and Veterinary Medicine (USAMV), Bucharest
January 11, 2030 - March 12, 2026Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Statistics & Economic Forecasting at Bucharest University of Economic Studies
January 1, 2002 - December 31, 2006Accredited Trainer at PSI FocusCenter
January 1, 2025 - March 12, 2026Coaching Training at NESTworking
January 1, 2021 - March 12, 2026Politics & Diplomacy at Center of Foreign Affairs
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019Monsanto EMEA Leadership Academy at Monsanto
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2013Defensive & Advanced Driving Training at Academia Titi Aur
January 11, 2030 - March 12, 2026Qualifications
Accredited Trainer
January 1, 2025 - March 12, 2026Coaching Training – NESTworking
January 1, 2021 - March 12, 2026Politics & Diplomacy
January 1, 2019 - March 12, 2026Monsanto EMEA Leadership Academy
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2013Defensive & Advanced Driving Training
January 11, 2030 - March 12, 2026Industry Experience
Agriculture & Mining, Life Sciences, Government, Professional Services, Education
Experience Level
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