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Mirona Coropciuc

Brussels

Summary

An accomplished executive with over 18 years of leadership experience in managing international operations, large teams, and multi-million-euro budgets. Having been deeply involved in the EU policymaking landscape since 2000, I have built a robust network and a strong track record of delivering impactful results in collaboration with high-level political and business leaders. Expert in setting strategic vision, driving organizational transformation, and implementing sustainable climate change policies. Highly skilled in engaging with decision-makers at the highest levels, leading cross-functional teams, and ensuring success in dynamic environments.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Secretary General Support

European Carbon and Graphite Association (ECGA)
06.2021 - Current

· Led ECGA’s operations, driving long-term strategic direction and ensuring financial stability.

· Managed cross-functional teams overseeing a portfolio of high-profile, high budgets sustainability projects.

· Engaged with top-level political and business leaders representing ECGA in climate change policy discussions.

· Coordinated the association’s several committees (communications, energy, environment etc.) and identified strategic collaboration opportunities across programs.

· Advocated for industry positions before EU institutions, delivering high-quality legislative briefings, position papers, and communication materials.

· Increased and diversified the association's membership.


Energy and Climate Change Director

European Carbon and Graphite Association (ECGA)
06.2021 - Current
  • Led ECGA’s climate, environment, and energy strategies in line with the EU Green Deal and Sustainable Finance Action Plan
  • Managed cross-functional teams, coordinated the association’s Energy Committee, and identified strategic collaboration opportunities across programs
  • Advocated for industry positions before EU institutions, delivering high-quality legislative briefings, position papers, and communication materials
  • Oversaw budget management and identified program funding opportunities to ensure financial sustainability
  • Spearheaded decarbonization and innovation campaigns aligned with global sustainability trends.

Deputy Director

Euromines - European Association of Mining Industries, Metal Ores & Industrial Minerals
12.2020 - 05.2021
  • Provided day-to-day leadership for Euromines, guiding core team members and overseeing the association's budget
  • Strengthened collaboration across sectors, ensuring Euromines became a leading representative for the European mining industry
  • Delivered impactful communication strategies, positioning Euromines as a thought leader in sustainability and industrial strategy discussions
  • Led a team of up to 10 professionals, providing strategic direction, coaching, and performance management
  • Successfully managed relationships with key stakeholders, including EU institutions, research bodies, and industry groups.

Environment Energy and Climate Change Director

Euromines - European Association of Mining Industries, Metal Ores & Industrial Minerals
09.2014 - 12.2020
  • Directed Euromines' policies on energy, environment, and sustainability, aligning with the EU Green Deal
  • Managed cross-functional teams and coordinated communication strategies for decarbonization and sustainability initiatives
  • Promoted industry positions in collaboration with EU institutions, providing strategic input on legislative and regulatory developments
  • Managed a diverse team of up to 10 professionals and oversaw budget planning and execution for sustainability projects.

EU Affairs Adviser

Bestima Management
11.2011 - 08.2014
  • Coordinated public affairs and advocacy programs focused on EU policy engagement in the energy and raw materials sectors
  • Provided high-level strategic counsel on energy and climate change, including crisis management and legislative monitoring
  • Delivered tailored communication strategies to support industry stakeholders in navigating complex EU regulations.

Project Manager

Links Associates
10.2009 - 09.2011
  • Developed and coordinated public affairs/advocacy strategies with public institutions, NGOs, private companies, and industry associations
  • Managed strategic communication and crisis management, analyzing and defining the right communication resources for client problem-solving
  • Conducted stakeholder mapping, profiling, and engagement activities
  • Led EU affairs, political monitoring, and legislative reporting, providing clients with a comprehensive understanding of the political landscape
  • Promoted the use of integrated economic, technical, and political approaches for various EU agreements.

Account Manager

Grayling Romania
03.2006 - 09.2009
  • Coordinated corporate media relations, developing and implementing local & regional communication strategies, including media campaigns, press releases, interviews, and media monitoring
  • Led issues/reputation management, conducting risk assessments, identifying potential crises, and implementing crisis management strategies
  • Managed Government/EU affairs, performing stakeholder audits, dialogue, and providing speaker opportunities at conferences.

EU Affairs Adviser

Bucharest Chamber of Commerce and Industry
05.2005 - 03.2006
  • Provided consultancy to SMEs in compliance with EU regulations
  • Developed brochures and studies on the Romanian and European economy
  • Informed economic agents about European internal market rules and the impact of European integration.

Negotiating Expert

Ministry of European Integration
09.2002 - 05.2005
  • Coordinated the Romanian delegation for negotiations on chapter 1 (Free Movement of Goods) and chapter 22 (Environment) of the EU community acquis
  • Negotiated Romania's position with the European Commission and other Member States
  • Ensured proper transposition of the community acquis into Romanian legislation
  • Monitored Romania's fulfillment of its negotiation commitments with the EU
  • Prepared negotiation strategies and reports for the European Commission.

Education

Master of Arts - Social Sciences

Katholieke Universiteit Leuven
Leuven, Belgium
01.2012

Master of Arts - International Relations, Crisis Management, Political Studies

National School of Political And Administrative Studies
Bucharest, Romania
01.2005

Bachelor's Degree - Business Administration and Management

The Academy of Economic Studies - Faculty of Economic Studies in Foreign Languages
01.2002

High School Diploma -

Lisgar Collegiate Institute
Ottawa, Canada

Skills

  • Executive Leadership
  • Strategic Planning
  • High-Level Stakeholder Engagement
  • Budget Management
  • Public Speaking
  • Industry Expertise
  • Policy Development
  • Project Management
  • Public Affairs
  • Crisis Communication

Certification

  • Cambridge English Proficiency (CPE)
  • Diplomas de Español como Lengua Extranjera
  • CNaVT - Dutch Language Certificate

Personal Information

Title: Energy and Climate Change Director

Languages

English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Romanian
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
French
Advanced (C1)
Spanish
Advanced (C1)
Dutch
Intermediate (B1)

Timeline

Secretary General Support

European Carbon and Graphite Association (ECGA)
06.2021 - Current

Energy and Climate Change Director

European Carbon and Graphite Association (ECGA)
06.2021 - Current

Deputy Director

Euromines - European Association of Mining Industries, Metal Ores & Industrial Minerals
12.2020 - 05.2021

Environment Energy and Climate Change Director

Euromines - European Association of Mining Industries, Metal Ores & Industrial Minerals
09.2014 - 12.2020

EU Affairs Adviser

Bestima Management
11.2011 - 08.2014

Project Manager

Links Associates
10.2009 - 09.2011

Account Manager

Grayling Romania
03.2006 - 09.2009

EU Affairs Adviser

Bucharest Chamber of Commerce and Industry
05.2005 - 03.2006

Negotiating Expert

Ministry of European Integration
09.2002 - 05.2005

Master of Arts - Social Sciences

Katholieke Universiteit Leuven

Master of Arts - International Relations, Crisis Management, Political Studies

National School of Political And Administrative Studies

Bachelor's Degree - Business Administration and Management

The Academy of Economic Studies - Faculty of Economic Studies in Foreign Languages

High School Diploma -

Lisgar Collegiate Institute
  • Cambridge English Proficiency (CPE)
  • Diplomas de Español como Lengua Extranjera
  • CNaVT - Dutch Language Certificate
Mirona Coropciuc