Simona Berbec, Market HR Central Eastern Europe at Google

With a career spanning over two decades in Human Resources, Simona Berbec brings her extensive expertise to the Google team for Central and Eastern Europe. Collaborating with global and local teams, she contributes to creating an exceptional experience for employees in offices in Romania, Czechia, Slovakia, Hungary, Bulgaria, Greece, Croatia, Lithuania, and Ukraine. With extensive experience in IT and telecom, she has worked for giants such as Vodafone, HP, and IBM, demonstrating adaptability and a strong strategic vision. Her proactive approach and deep knowledge make her a leader in the field, shaping a top organizational culture.

Adina Vidroiu – HR Director North Cluster – Central Europe at Microsoft

Adina Vidroiu is the HR Director for the North Cluster – Central Europe at Microsoft, one of the global leaders in providing software solutions, services, and IT equipment. With over 17 years of experience in top management and senior leadership in Human Resources, Adina has worked in internationally recognized companies known for their excellence in the industry.

She is a people-driven leader who has built high-performing teams and contributed significantly to the transformation of organizational culture. The values she promotes – inclusion, diversity, care, and empathy – are the pillars that inspire teams to achieve outstanding results and to create work environments built on trust, collaboration, and respect.

Monica Vârtic, SAP SuccessFactors Business Processes Senior Consultant

Experienced professional with over 25 years of overall working experience in different industries, in local businesses and multinational companies, and having over 20 years in the Human Resources field, performing both as individual contributor as well as in managerial roles, coordinating local and international teams, and managing regional projects.

​With passion for people development and enjoying guiding and seeing them growing, results oriented, and with a focus on customer satisfaction, optimization and continuous improvement, Monica is a certified SAP SuccessFactors consultant with experience in leading and driving project implementations and optimizations.

Francisc Gal, Deputy Secretary of State at the Ministry of Labour, Family, Youth and Social Solidarity

With over 30 years of experience in public administration and the non-profit sector, Francisc Gal currently serves as Deputy Secretary of State at the Ministry of Labour, Family, Youth and Social Solidarity. Previously, for nearly a decade, he held the position of Vice President of the Cultural Union of Ruthenians in Romania, where he coordinated cultural and scientific activities as well as international collaborations. Throughout his career, Francisc Gal has also worked within the Romanian Parliament as a Parliamentary Advisor, gaining extensive experience in public policy development and engagement with civil society.

Adrian Dinu – Founder & CEO CREASOFT

Adrian Dinu is the founder and CEO of the CREASOFT Group (creasoft.ro), a Romanian company specialized in HR software development and electronic timekeeping systems. A graduate of the Faculty of Cybernetics and Economic Informatics at the Bucharest Academy of Economic Studies (ASE), he began his career in banking, serving as Director at Ion Țiriac Bank. Later, he became shareholder and administrator of SAS Grup – alarma.ro, a national leader in GPS vehicle monitoring solutions, which was sold in 2018 to Arobs.

Since 2017, Adrian Dinu has been developing 100% Romanian-made electronic timekeeping systems and HR software solutions focused on work process digitalization and electronic signatures. With nearly two decades of entrepreneurial experience, he now combines software expertise with hardware production, developing and manufacturing equipment in Romania under the CREASOFT brand.

Menno Bart, Head of Policy Advocacy at The Adecco Group

Menno Bart is a labour market expert, working as Head of Policy Advocacy at the Adecco Group. As such, he is responsible for managing the Group’s relationship with global and European policy makers, and for representing the Group in institutional settings. Menno’s areas of expertise include labour market flexibility and diverse forms of work, skills, labour mobility, and the impact of the digital and green “twin transitions” on the world of work.

Menno holds mandates at the World Employment Confederation (WEC), the industry federation representing the HR services industry . These include member of the global Board , chair of the European Public Affairs Committee and member of the Executive Committee of WEC -Europe . In addition, Menno is closely involved with employment and social policy topics working via BusinessEurope, the International Organization of Employers, and Business at OE CD. Menno acted as Co -Chair of the GFMD’s Government Round Table on Labour Migration , and was a business representative on the ISO Ad Hoc Group on Flexible Work in the Gig Economy.

Previously, Menno worked as a lobbyist in Brussels for the World Employment Confederation, and as a consultant for Russchen Consultants. Menno is a former civil servant working for the Dutch government in The Hague, Prague and on Aruba. Menno is currently based in the Netherlands.

Alexandru Ionescu – CEO Trenkwalder Romania

Alexandru Ionescu has over 15 years of experience in organizational development and human resources strategy. As CEO of Trenkwalder Romania, he focuses on team development, strengthening key capabilities, enhancing adaptability, and driving innovation in a constantly changing market.

Through the projects implemented by Trenkwalder, Alexandru leverages his experience and expertise to provide clients with HR solutions that directly contribute to organizational performance and agility.

Recognized for his ability to integrate HR practices into business strategy, Alexandru Ionescu is a respected voice in shaping the future of work and addressing the challenges of a dynamic market.

Narcis Bucila Alexandru, Lawyer and Labor Law Expert

Narcis has over 20 years of experience in the legal field. He is the principal lawyer of Bucila Narcis Alexandru Law Office and has successfully provided assistance and representation to AFSRU, as well as, on occasion, to its members, in legal matters for more than 10 years.

He is responsible for supporting AFSRU’s legislative projects aimed at reforming special legislation regarding temporary work agencies, as well as other regulations related to labor relations in general.

His expertise covers multiple areas of law, providing clients with specialized consultancy services or assistance and representation on matters related to labor law, especially temporary work, commercial law, corporate and company law, tax law, social security and occupational safety, consumer protection, personal data protection, and other specific civil law issues.

Rudolf Vizental, CEO at Roca Investments

Rudi is a leader with a clear vision of how Romanian capital can become a strategic force in the development of local entrepreneurship. With over 25 years of experience in financing, restructuring, and portfolio management, Rudi has demonstrated the ability to create not only results but also healthy organizational cultures focused on sustainable performance. He is a co-founder of ROCA, a fund that supports Romanian SMEs and helps them grow strategically, and has a strong track record in attracting capital, structuring transactions, and repositioning companies. His ability to build authentic relationships with entrepreneurs and translate vision into action makes him a key pillar in any transformation and scaling-oriented project.

Anca Decu, Director People & Culture at Up România

With over 20 years of experience in human resources, Anca Decu holds the position of Director People & Culture at Up România, where she promotes core values such as trust, authenticity, ethics, and passion. She is concerned with the emotional health and well-being of collaborators, believing that progress cannot exist without engagement and attachment. In a VUCA world, Anca Decu asserts that the HR function must be prepared to adapt strategies and processes that respond to individual growth needs, in alignment with strategic business objectives.

Alex Savin, AI Automation (Advisory) at DRUID AI

With over 15 years of expertise in enterprise business development, Alex has solid experience in sales, client management, and delivering innovative solutions for companies in industries such as financial services, healthcare, and IT. Before joining DRUID AI, he led local and international sales teams for companies such as SeedBlink, ASSECO SEE, and TotalSoft, where he managed enterprise clients, developed new business opportunities, and handled complex sales processes for SaaS and system integration solutions.

Mugur Pantaia, Managing Director HP Inc. Romania

With a career spanning over 20 years at HP Inc., Mugur Pantaia has been Managing Director of HP Inc. Romania since 2015 and, since 2021, also leads the sales organization in Bulgaria. He started at HP in 2002 as an intern and subsequently held various roles – from Personal Systems Category Manager and Partner Business Manager to Distribution and Channel Manager. Today, he leads one of the largest HP offices in Europe, with approximately 1,500 employees and over 13 business units. Additionally, Mugur Pantaia is a board member of Junior Achievement Romania and APDETIC, contributing to the development of the educational and technological ecosystem.

Răzvan Bratu – Corporate Vice President, Head of Quote To Cash, Honeywell

With extensive experience in strategy, operations, and process transformation, Răzvan Bratu globally leads the Quote to Cash area at Honeywell. A thought leader with an international career, he speaks five languages at a conversational level and has proven expertise in intercultural management, optimizing operational models, and implementing end-to-end digital solutions. Lean Six Sigma and Accounts Receivables Manager certified, Răzvan is recognized for his ability to build high-performing teams and transform business opportunities into concrete results.

Sonja van Lieshout, President of World Employment Confederation Europe and Global Head of Public Affairs at Randstad N.V.

With over two decades of experience in public affairs and the labor industry, Sonja van Lieshout leads the global public affairs strategy of Randstad N.V., coordinating advocacy initiatives, strategic stakeholder engagement, and thought leadership worldwide. Collaborating with international organizations such as ILO (International Labour Organization), IOE, OECD, and European institutions, Sonja plays a key role in shaping policies and standards within the labor ecosystem. A member of the B20 Employment and Education Task Force since 2014, she brings long-term strategic vision and global influence.

As President of World Employment Confederation Europe and a member of the Global Council of the World Employment Confederation, she actively contributes to the development of the employment and recruitment industry, both in Europe and internationally. On a personal level, Sonja is involved in philanthropic activities, serving on the Executive Board of UP Foundation, an organization dedicated to supporting parents of children with special needs.

Sebastian Rusu, Vice President of the Labor and Social Protection Committee, Chamber of Deputies

Sebastian Rusu is a member of the Romanian Parliament and Vice President of the Labor and Social Protection Committee. With extensive experience in both public administration and the private sector, he served as Deputy Mayor of Brașov Municipality and coordinated projects and teams in human resources and consulting companies such as Human Solutions, Humangest, and Manpower. His professional background provides him with a valuable perspective on the labor market and the challenges of public policies in the social and economic field.

Sorina Donisa – CEO, Prohuman Romania

With over 20 years of experience in Human Resources, Finance, and Consulting, Sorina Donisa currently holds the position of President of AFSRU and CEO of Prohuman Romania since 2010. She joined the Prohuman team in 1998 as Chief Accountant, and although she started in a role coordinating the finance department, over the years she has also led and developed a strong Human Resources business line within the company.

Sorina graduated from the Faculty of Economics and Business Administration, West University of Timișoara, specializing in Finance and Accounting. In 2013–2014, she served as President of ARAMT (Romanian Association of Temporary Work Agencies) for two consecutive terms. The mission of this association was to create a conducive and flexible legislative environment for temporary work activities in Romania.

Adelina Mihai – Moderator, Publisher CARIERE

Adelina Mihai worked as a journalist at Ziarul Financiar, the leader of the Romanian business press, for 14 years, where she covered topics related to the Romanian labor market, taxation and macroeconomics.

She entered entrepreneurship at the end of 2022, and currently works on research & communication projects with various companies in industries such as training, job platforms, business schools, etc.

Since 2017 she has been a board member of the World Vision Romania Foundation, an organization dedicated to the well-being of children from vulnerable environments.

She graduated from the Faculty of Journalism and Communication Sciences at the University of Bucharest. In 2011, she received the “Florin Petria” award offered by Piața Financiară magazine in the Best Business Journalist of the Year category, and in 2015 she was designated “Young Journalist of the Year” in the Economic category in the competition organized by Freedom House.

Mariana Vaida, CEO Smartemp

With over 18 years of experience in developing and consolidating BIA Group, Mariana Vaida has built step by step a remarkable career in human resources, staff leasing, and payroll. She joined the team in 2007 as Payroll Manager, at a time of transformation, combining the discipline gained in the corporate environment with the agility of an entrepreneurial spirit. Her progression from Payroll Manager to Outsourcing Director, and then, in 2011, to General Manager of BIA Group, stands as proof of her strategic vision and her ability to inspire and retain people.

Since 2023, Mariana Vaida has also been General Manager of Smartemp, a company specialized in staff leasing, with over 13 years of experience on the Romanian market, 10 years of collaborations with multinationals, and more than 2,200 employees processed monthly.

At the HR INSIGHTS FORUM, Mariana Vaida will bring a pragmatic and human perspective to the topic “The Race for Optimization: How Companies Can Streamline Costs Without Letting People Go”, exploring optimization solutions, alternatives to restructuring, and new forms of work—all through the lens of balancing efficiency with respect for employees’ rights. She will also highlight the essential role of HR in redesigning processes, digitization, and building a more efficient business model.