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Chiara Girardi is a Brussels-based Marketing and Communications Manager with 10+ years of international experience. She specializes in strategic marketing, digital communication, and brand development across global markets. Currently at SDT International, she leads communication initiatives and supports international partner networks. She is known for her structured leadership, proactive mindset, and strong team management skills.
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Language
Italian
Fluent
English
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French
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Work Experience
MarCom & Sales Channel Manager at SDT International
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2023Marketing & Communications Manager at SDT International (global ultrasonic devices) leading marcom strategy, 2 direct reports, defined 1- to 3-year objectives, annual plan, brand IP management, internal/external communications, media relations, social media, budget/contracts, dealer liaison, Google Ads, and content initiatives.
Marketing & Communication Manager at SDT International
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2023Led marketing & communications strategy, defined department objectives, oversaw pricing lists, publications, events, training, and coordination with 2 direct reports; responsibility for brand consistency, dealer communications, and partner relations.
MarCom & Sales Channel Manager at SDT International
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2025Expanded distributor/partner enablement, coordinated partners, updated price lists, reviewed dealers’ contracts and targets, and acted as a key link between distributors and internal marketing.
Marketing Communications Consultant at Coverit
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2022Freelance startup consultant focusing on website and brand improvements; social media creation and growth; digital channel optimization.
Communication & Social Media Manager at ESTRO – European Society for Radiotherapy and Oncology
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019Led a 4-direct reports communications team; defined 1- to 3-year strategy; managed media relations, newsletters, Kentico website; coordinated publications and events.
Promotion and Publication Officer at REHVA - Federation of European Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning Associations
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2019Managed social media, Typo3 website; produced selling guides, promotional online services; edited REHVA Journal and Guidebooks; managed subscriptions; monthly newsletters.
Communication and Project Manager at EBB – European Biodiesel Board
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2016Organized events, lobbying with MEPs and EU Institutions; European statistics collection; writing press releases; press/press office coordination; member communications.
Press Service Trainee at European Parliament – Directorate General for Communication
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2014Wrote press releases; informed and answered journalists' emails.
Sales Representative at Seat Pagine Gialle Italia Spa
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2014Positioning ads on multiple platforms (print, SMS, internet, Google) as Google Premium Partner; sales and platform optimization.
Education
MA in International Journalism Studies at DCU - Dublin City University
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2013Erasmus Programme at NTU - Nottingham Trent University
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2011BA in Foreign Languages – English and Russian at Università degli studi “Carlo Bo” di Urbino
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2011Qualifications
Salesforce
January 1, 2024 - May 4, 2026Google Analytics (Advanced)
January 1, 2023 - May 4, 2026Niveau 1 en conformité avec les normes ASNT et ISO
January 1, 2021 - May 4, 2026Management Skills for New Managers
January 1, 2019 - May 4, 2026WordPress, plugins and SEO
January 1, 2018 - May 4, 2026Industry Experience
Healthcare, Energy & Utilities, Manufacturing, Professional Services, Non-Profit Organization
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