Robert Costache, PhD🌿

Experience

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  Andrada Tours

  Sept 2015 - Jun 2020

  Represented the agency at travel trade shows, conferences, and award events in the tourism, hospitality, and entertainment industry.Successfully resolved issues arising during stays.Provided valuable travel advice to clients.Efficiently managed bookings during the COVID-19 pandemic. Offered and sold tourist packages.Provided personalized travel advice to clients.Created essential travel documents.Led media efforts, including managing the agency’s website and Facebook page, resulting in nominations for prestigious industry awards.

  • Travel Agency Director

    Jul 2019 - Jun 2020

  • Travel Agent

    Sept 2015 - Jul 2019
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  AIESEC in Romania

  Nov 2015 - Nov 2016

  Member

  Spearheaded the recruitment process for the prestigious international volunteer project, Global Citizen, under the Outgoing Global Community Development Program (oGCDP).Demonstrated exceptional ability in identifying and selecting candidates for cross-cultural experiences aimed at fostering global understanding and development.

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  OMNIASIG Vienna Insurance Group

  Oct 2016 - Jan 2020

  Insurance Agent

  Successfully promoted and sold insurance products, including GARANT and PAD for residential, CASCO and RCA for motor vehicles, and MEDICAS and STORNO for travel.Expertly managed and retained a diverse customer portfolio.Maintained strong, ongoing relationships with clients.

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  Călător prin România

  May 2019 - now

  Volunteer

  - We helped to create the cooperation protocol between the Directorate for Active Projects with European Funding - National Centre for Tourist Information and Promotion Giurgiu, the County Directorate for Culture Giurgiu, the Municipality of Giurgiu and "Travelling through Romania Association" as a result of which the association will receive data about tourist attractions in Giurgiu, members of the association will be supported in the implementation of tourism projects aimed at promoting the municipality / county Giurgiu in terms of tourism and culture.- We helped to realize the project "Supporting education through digitalization", whereby we purchased over 200 smart tablets and sim cards to give them to needy children with good learning results in the Municipality of Giurgiu and the communes of Găujani, Vedea and Malu and Ialomița.- We helped win the 2020 Business Elite's "30 Under 30" award by developing a project to digitalize tourism in Romania and the Association entered the 2020 Social Impact Award incubator.- We presented the association among online publications where they wrote about how we want to present Romania to both domestic and international tourists in terms of gastronomy, folk port and the dowry of sights;- We helped digitise the Bellu cemetery.- I was nominated together with the whole team of the Travelling through Romania Association on the Forbes 30 under 30 - 2022 list.Article links:1. http://www.business24.ro/turism/turism-in-romania/calator-prin-romania-interviu-turism-16072142. https://www.capital.ro/asociatia-calator-prin-romania-pe-culmile-succesului-tinerii-antreprenori-revolutioneaza-turismul-romanesc.html3. http://giurgiu-news.ro/news/index.php/2019/10/29/robert-costache-un-giurgiuvean-calator-prin-romania-cu-care-ne-mandrim/4. https://www.antena3.ro/life/tineri-doneaza-tablete-copii-saraci-iulian-tanascu-eroul-zilei-589041.html Show less

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  Primăria Giurgiu

  Jan 2021 - Jul 2022

  Adviser in the Office of the Mayor of Giurgiu Municipality

  - We have contributed to the development and improvement of the communication and relationship system between the municipality and the external environment;- I have documented on the legislation in force and informed the Mayor for its proper implementation;- I have supported the staff of the specialized departments of the Mayor of Giurgiu's Office in the preparation of documents;- I have carried out the tasks established by the Mayor of Giurgiu.

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  Palatul Parlamentului

  Jan 2021 - Oct 2024

  Parliamentary adviser

  Regional Office Coordination: Manage parliamentary activities and administrative tasks within the region.Collaboration & Oversight: Liaise with local institutions and oversee office operations.Event & Media Management: Organize events, handle media relations, and prepare essential documentation.Constituent Engagement: Facilitate audience sessions, petition processing, and campaign organization.

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  Logiscool România

  Mar 2022 - Mar 2024

  Trainer

  - I taught game programming;- I helped develop technical and soft skills such as analytical and logical thinking, algorithmic thinking, teamwork, problem solving and creativity.

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  Ministerul Economiei, Antreprenoriatului și Turismului

  Jul 2022 - Jun 2023

  - I coordinated the specific activities related to the meetings organised in the field of entrepreneurship and tourism where the Secretary of State was invited;- I helped to draft answers to questions and complaints that both individuals and legal entities had- I helped in the transmission of the answers and followed up their resolution.

  • Adviser to the Cabinet Secretary of State

    Sept 2022 - Jun 2023

  • Adviser to the Cabinet Secretary of State

    Jul 2022 - Aug 2022
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  Primăria Giurgiu

  Dec 2022 - Oct 2024

  Local councillor

  As a dedicated local councillor, I actively engage with fellow elected officials and the Mayor of Giurgiu to initiate and advocate for draft resolutions that serve the best interests of the Giurgiu community. My commitment to public service is reflected in my contributions to the legislative process, ensuring that the voices of our citizens are heard and their needs are addressed.

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  AB Language Solutions

  Nov 2023 - now

  Business Development Manager

  At AB Language Solutions, the leading and most trusted translation company in Romania, I serve as a Business Development Manager. My core responsibilities include:• Prospecting new clients and nurturing existing relationships.• Crafting compelling quotes and proposals.• Representing the company at industry-specific tradeshows and conferences.• Showcasing the exceptional quality and expertise of AB Language Solutions.• Successfully closing significant business deals across Romania and Europe.• My strengths lie in being personable, professional, dedicated, and an expert in foreign language services, encompassing translation and interpreting. Show less

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  Palatul Parlamentului

  Feb 2025 - now

  Parliamentary adviser

  Regional Office Coordination: Manage parliamentary activities and administrative tasks within the region.Collaboration & Oversight: Liaise with local institutions and oversee office operations.Event & Media Management: Organize events, handle media relations, and prepare essential documentation.Constituent Engagement: Facilitate audience sessions, petition processing, and campaign organization.

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  Primăria Giurgiu

  Oct 2025 - now

  Local councillor