Hi, I’m Andra Blaj, a Marketing and Communications professional based in Brasov, Romania. I help B2C and B2B brands grow by shaping clear marketing direction, leading teams and agencies, and optimizing budgets to maximize ROI. I have hands-on experience in social and digital media management, market segmentation, competitive analysis, and brand positioning, and I frequently supervise PR activities and serve as a media contact for the company. I thrive on turning insights into actionable campaigns, collaborating across departments, and delivering measurable results. My approach blends strategic thinking with practical execution—from identity design and digital activations to large-scale campaigns and revenue-generating events.

Andra Blaj

PRO

Hi, I’m Andra Blaj, a Marketing and Communications professional based in Brasov, Romania. I help B2C and B2B brands grow by shaping clear marketing direction, leading teams and agencies, and optimizing budgets to maximize ROI. I have hands-on experience in social and digital media management, market segmentation, competitive analysis, and brand positioning, and I frequently supervise PR activities and serve as a media contact for the company. I thrive on turning insights into actionable campaigns, collaborating across departments, and delivering measurable results. My approach blends strategic thinking with practical execution—from identity design and digital activations to large-scale campaigns and revenue-generating events.

Next availability:
July 1, 2026

Hi, I’m Andra Blaj, a Marketing and Communications professional based in Brasov, Romania. I help B2C and B2B brands grow by shaping clear marketing direction, leading teams and agencies, and optimizing budgets to maximize ROI. I have hands-on experience in social and digital media management, market segmentation, competitive analysis, and brand positioning, and I frequently supervise PR activities and serve as a media contact for the company.

I thrive on turning insights into actionable campaigns, collaborating across departments, and delivering measurable results. My approach blends strategic thinking with practical execution—from identity design and digital activations to large-scale campaigns and revenue-generating events.

See more

Experience Level

Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
See more

Language

Romanian, Moldavian, Moldovan
Fluent
English
Advanced

Work Experience

Head of Marketing /Account Director / Marketing Manager at Various Shopping Centres – CBRE Romania
January 1, 2017 - June 30, 2020
Directed marketing operations and tenant relations, executed marketing, online, and PR strategies across all centres with a multi-million budget. Managed budgets, participated in HR functions such as recruitment and training, and organized major campaigns. Conducted market research to optimize strategies. Achievements include reducing costs by up to 40%, negotiating major contracts, building lasting client relationships, increasing brand awareness through innovative marketing, and boosting online KPIs by up to 60%.
Brand & PR Manager at Fashion Days
May 1, 2014 - November 30, 2017
Managed and developed 360-degree campaigns working with agencies. Implemented social media and digital strategy, built partnerships with KOLs, directed PR activities including press releases and events, and enhanced revenue via sales events. Developed online media strategies including CPC/CPM and SEO strategies. Increased brand awareness and revenue by managing digital and print communications, created and executed a strong PR strategy to support major business model changes.
Marketing Manager at Dent Estet / Green Dental
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2013
Developed a new website and marketing content strategy aligned with corporate branding. Planned budgets and analyzed expenditures. Introduced and implemented a green certification program, making the dental office the first green gold certified office in Romania. Developed and executed Green Dental’s first marketing, PR and online strategy to accomplish market objectives.
Online Marketing Consultant at NNC Services Agency
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2012
Designed B2B and B2C social media, online marketing, SEO, and lead generation strategies. Delivered high-quality content and managed accounts for start-ups and established customers. Spearheaded marketing strategy for launching the Smart911 service in the US, successfully organizing and directing the project.
Marketing & Communications Consultant at Brave Voice Communications
January 1, 2021 - Present
Provided strategic marketing and PR consulting to a diverse range of clients in technology, e-commerce, retail, hospitality and publishing; delivered tailored marketing strategies, PR campaigns, and integrated digital activations.
Head of Marketing / Account Director / Marketing Manager at CBRE Romania
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2020
Led marketing operations across multiple shopping centers; developed and implemented marketing, digital and PR strategies; managed multi-million-euro budgets; strengthened brand visibility and client relationships; supported HR operations including recruitment, training and development.
Marketing Manager at Dente Estet / Green Dental
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2013
Developed and implemented Green Dental's marketing and brand positioning; introduced Green Certification program; designed and executed integrated marketing, PR, and digital strategies in collaboration with agencies and influencers.
Brand Manager at Fashion Days
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2017
Led marketing operations for ATL & BTL campaigns; implemented digital strategy; built partnerships; organized revenue-driving events; designed CPC/CPM online media strategies; achieved cost efficiencies through streamlined processes.
Marketing & Communications Consultant at Brave Voice Communications
November 1, 2020 - Present
Provided strategic marketing and PR consultancy to a diverse range of clients in tech, e-commerce, hospitality, and publishing. Managed digital campaigns, PR activities, and audience development for key accounts including ROMARG, Josette, and author Arabella McIntyre-Brown. Delivered tailored marketing strategies and coordinated cross-functional teams.
Head of Marketing / Account Director / Marketing Manager at Various Shopping Centres – CBRE Romania
January 1, 2017 - June 30, 2020
Led marketing operations and client communication across multiple locations. Contributed to marketing, digital, and PR strategies, while overseeing budgets and coordinating internal and external teams. Participated in recruitment and market research to inform strategic decisions. Selected Contributions: reduced marketing costs up to 40% by streamlining processes and reviewing supplier contracts; increased website traffic up to 20%; designed a digital strategy that raised online KPIs by up to 60% for social media channels.
Online Marketing Consultant at NNC Services Agency
December 1, 2011 - June 1, 2012
Designed and developed B2B and B2C social media, online marketing, SEO, and lead generation strategies. Delivered high-quality content and received positive client feedback. Selected Contributions: led the marketing strategy for launching the Smart911 service in the US by organizing and directing the project in collaboration with colleagues.

Education

Master's in Business Communication at Bucharest University of Economic Studies
January 11, 2030 - February 9, 2026
Bachelor's in Public Relations at National University of Political Studies and Public Administration (SNSPA) – Faculty of Public Relations
January 11, 2030 - February 9, 2026
Bachelor's in Philosophy at University of Bucharest – Faculty of Philosophy
January 11, 2030 - February 9, 2026
Master’s Degree in Business Communication (taught in English) at Bucharest University of Economic Studies – Bucharest, Romania
January 11, 2030 - June 5, 2026
Bachelor’s Degree in Philosophy at Faculty of Philosophy, University of Bucharest – Bucharest, Romania
January 11, 2030 - June 5, 2026
Bachelor’s Degree in Communication & Public Relations at National University of Political Studies and Public Administration – Bucharest, Romania
January 11, 2030 - June 5, 2026
High School Diploma at Andrei Șaguna National College – Brașov, Romania
January 11, 2030 - June 5, 2026

Qualifications

Green Certification Program
January 11, 2030 - February 9, 2026
e-commerce summer school - GPeC
January 11, 2030 - June 5, 2026
Training Change Management – Fashion Days external partner
January 11, 2030 - June 5, 2026

Industry Experience

Retail, Real Estate & Construction, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Healthcare, Software & Internet, Travel & Hospitality