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Our Mission
Millions of Ukrainian lives are on stand by because of Russia’s war. They were forced to pause their dreams and run away from the danger facing them. Everything has changed because of this act of aggression.
This is not the end. These people have skills, they are talented, they have hobbies. There is a bright future ahead of them, and we are here to help them build it.
Ukrainians are not refugees. They are people whose stories need a bit of help so they can move on.
UA made in RO is ready to open a new chapter for the ones with an entrepreneurial spirit. Right here, in Romania.
How are we going to do this?
All Ukrainian refugees who register a business idea on uamadein.ro have a chance to win one of the 11 prizes consisting of 4000 euro and gain access to a series of workshops created especially for them. In addition, after the registration is closed, all who registered will get a free ecommerce online course.
During the registration phase the candidates have to reflect upon the business idea and the ways they can effectively use their skills and talents within the Romanian market.
It does not matter if they are a chef, an IT specialist, a hairdresser, or a former businessman. What matters is the passion behind the idea, and if they have experience with entrepreneurship, even better.
Do you need more information about our project?
Download the brochure or send a message to contact@pentrubine.ro
Members of the jury
Mirela Dogaru
Commercial Director and Executive Member of the MedLife Group, the largest private healthcare provider in Romania. Mirela owns a master’s degree in Business Administration and over 15 years of experience in Strategic Consulting, including business planning and sales strategy development.
Ioana Căbuz
Client Service Director at NEXT Advertising and owner of SOLLUNA sleepwear brand.
As a representative of NEXT Advertising who is the creator of the UA made in RO project, Ioana is a strong believer in the value of relationships, community, entrepreneurship and ideas that can bring us all together.
Valentina Vesler
Communication & PR Director of Valvis Holding, with an experience of 18 years in leadership, branding, strategic planning and product placement.
Veronica Soare
Communication and Actor Art graduate, storyteller, coach, winner of JCI TOYP 2016 – Ten Outstanding Young People, founder of KaleidoLove and creator of inimaOglinda.
Oana Botezatu
Journalist, entrepreneur, founder of the Cup & Candle company producing eco-friendly vegan candles.
Bogdan Iliescu
Managing Partner of BICF Corporate Finance. Extraordinary leadership qualities. Board Practice and Directorship certificates from Henley Business School.
Dragoș Vîlcu
CEO of Multi Media Est, the media company he founded. Co-founder of ZYX Publishing, investor of Apollo 111 – Theatre, Brand Minds and Talent Garden.
Sorel Radu
25 years of experience in top management, 15 years in coaching leaders and 15 years of entrepreneurial experience. Start-up coach for Guerrilla Camp Accelerator.
Gabriel Crețu
Managing Partner of Adwisers, a company specializing in management training and sales. Financial consultant for small and medium-sized companies, as well as for individuals.
Mihai Chișu
Romanian and international capital markets specialist, with more than 20 years of experience in financial markets. He holds a doctorate in economics with a specialization in behavioral finance.
Bogdan Axinia
Managing Director of eMag Ventures, senior manager with 20 years of experience in tech companies with rapid growth.
Radu Savopol
Founder of 5 to go, the largest cafe chain in Romania, 100% Romanian history. Unique concept of quality, fair price, products «with yourself», development of street consumption.
