Romanian–Austrian Business Platform

Actionable business intelligence for confident Romanian–Austrian market decisions.

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About

Who We Are

Romania Connect is a bilateral business platform dedicated to strengthening economic cooperation between Romania and Austria. We connect decision-makers, entrepreneurs, and institutional stakeholders to enable meaningful dialogue, informed decisions, and cross-border growth.

What We Do

  • Facilitate executive-level networking between Romanian and Austrian companies

  • Deliver curated business intelligence relevant for strategic and operational decisions

  • Create trusted environments for partnerships, collaboration, and deal facilitation

Mission

Our mission is to empower Romanian businesses to successfully enter, navigate and grow in the Austrian ecosystem by providing trusted connections, practical knowledge and hands‑on support.

Vision

Our vision is a thriving cross-border business community where Romanian companies are natural partners in the Austrian economy and opportunities flow seamlessly between the two markets.

Why Romania Connect

  • Practical expertise – deep understanding of the Austrian ecosystem

  • We combine on-the-ground expertise in both markets with curated, high‑value introductions

  • Results-driven – focused on partnerships, investments, and execution, not rhetoric

Meet the Team

  • Radu Stoica - Seasoned CEO with a strong CFO & COO foundation, Radu brings over 20 years of leadership across Retail, Transformation, and Digitalization in CEE and DACH.

    Radu Stoica

    Executive Chairman

    Seasoned CEO with a strong CFO & COO foundation, Radu brings over 20 years of leadership across Retail, Transformation, and Digitalization in CEE and DACH. He specializes in building profitable, scalable, and culturally integrated organizations through strategic clarity and disciplined execution.

  • Dr. Victor Ioane - CEO of Salesianer Group, Dr. Ioane leads international growth, strategic investments, and M&A across Central and Eastern Europe.

    Dr. Victor Ioane

    Deputy Executive Chairman

    CEO of Salesianer Group, Dr. Ioane leads international growth, strategic investments, and M&A across Central and Eastern Europe. A recognized bridge-builder between Austria and Romania, he combines corporate leadership with entrepreneurship and active engagement in bilateral economic cooperation.

  • Cristian Codrea - Senior executive and board member with extensive experience leading and governing complex organizations across multiple European markets.

    Cristian Codrea

    Member of the Board

    Senior executive and board member with extensive experience leading and governing complex organizations across multiple European markets. With a background spanning retail and the energy sector, Cristian is recognized for fostering strong stakeholder collaboration and driving sustainable, long-term value creation.

  • Ramona Bordea - AI strategist and advocate for ethical, human-centered technology, Ramona leads AI Strategy at AverisAI.

    Ramona Bordea

    Member of the Board

    AI strategist and advocate for ethical, human-centered technology, Ramona leads AI Strategy at AverisAI. With deep experience in digital transformation and product leadership, she focuses on using AI to unlock human potential, support fair decision-making, and drive sustainable business impact.

  • Sergiu Ardelean - Entrepreneur and visionary in augmented reality, Sergiu founded and scaled Artivive into a global platform empowering over 650,000 creatives in 190 countries.

    Sergiu Ardelean

    Member of the Board

    Entrepreneur and visionary in augmented reality, Sergiu founded and scaled Artivive into a global platform empowering over 700,000 creatives in 190 countries. With successful exits and collaborations with world-class institutions, he operates at the intersection of creativity, technology, and global entrepreneurship.

Membership

Romania Connect offers structured membership models aligned with different strategic objectives, engagement levels, and visibility needs.

  • For companies active in or planning expansion between Romania and Austria.

    Benefits 

    • Full access to all Romania Connect events

    • Priority invitations to invitation-only formats

    • Business matchmaking and curated introductions

    • Visibility through logo placement and communication channels

    • Participation in working groups and closed sessions

    Access to Business Intelligence & Market Insights, including regulatory outlooks, sector trends, investment signals, and practitioner-driven insights supporting informed market-entry and growth decisions

  • Strategic enablers and visible leaders of the Romanian–Austrian business ecosystem.

    Exclusive Benefits 

    • Category exclusivity (where applicable)

    • Premium brand visibility across the website, events, and flagship formats

    • Guaranteed thought-leadership speaking opportunities

    • One sponsored, co-branded Romania Connect signature event per year

    • VIP matchmaking and deal facilitation

    • Strategic business intelligence access through expert briefings and closed leadership sessions

    • Direct strategic access to Romania Connect leadership

  • For professionals, founders, and experts engaged in Romanian–Austrian business relations.

    Benefits

    • Access to selected events and digital briefings

    • Community networking opportunities

    • Participation in learning and mentoring formats

  • Trusted representatives promoting Romania Connect at regional level.

    Role

    • Represent Romania Connect in a defined region

    • Support community development and member acquisition

    • Initiate and host local events

    Benefits

    • Official recognition and visibility

    • Direct access to leadership and partners

    • Free participation in selected events

ALL MEMBERSHIPS

EVENTS

Romania Connect Business Circle (Invitation Only)
Curated networking evenings focused on trust-based dialogue and relationship-building at decision-maker level.

Romania Connect Executive Breakfast (Invitation Only)
A premium morning format combining expert insights with focused discussion on market entry, legal, tax, and leadership topics.

Romania Connect Leadership Forum
High-level expert panels with selected public and media participation, offering visibility, policy relevance, and thought leadership.

Romania Connect Private Sessions (Members Only)
Closed-door CEO roundtables, company visits, and private dinners enabling confidential strategic exchange.

Romania Connect Digital Briefings
Online sessions delivering concise, actionable market intelligence and execution insights.

Romania Connect Community & Learning Labs
Mentoring programs, workshops, and skill-building formats supporting professional and organizational development.

FLAGSHIP EVENT

Romanian–Austrian Business Summit

Romanian Business Days Austria • January 2027 • Vienna, Austria

The flagship platform for Romanian–Austrian economic cooperation, bringing together business leaders, institutions, and experts for high-level dialogue, networking, and cross-border deal facilitation.

Highlights 

  • Executive conference and keynote sessions

  • Industry-focused panels and thematic tracks

  • Structured business matchmaking

  • Strategic networking and partnership opportunities

Contact

For membership, partnerships, events, or any other general inquiries, please get in touch.