EWA Programme 2025 in Romania Launches with Ten Promising Women Agrifood Entrepreneurs

• Adina Serediuc – A mobile app offering a personalized weekly menu and smart grocery planning to reduce food waste.
  
• Anda Luca – Landscape gardens based on permaculture, blending ornamental and edible plants with AI-enhanced urban gardening tools.
  
• Ioana Mihai – MORI, a modern reinvention of colivă dessert, integrating high-quality ingredients like pistachios and mango.
  
• Irina Brinovanu – A plant-based drink made from organic buckwheat, a healthy alternative to dairy milk.
  
• Mădălina Elena Borsău – A nutritious, plant-based pea spread with a low glycemic index.
  
• Miruna-Elena Iliescu – NutriBlocuri, vertical urban farms using no soil or pesticides and minimal water.
  
• Miruna Șefan – A short and sustainable food chain offering healthy snacks from whole grains, without additives.
  
• Nona Rotariu – Underground greenhouses that use natural energy sources to grow vegetables year-round with zero emissions.
  
• Ruxanda Florentina – A small-scale gastronomic hub focused on reinterpreted traditional cuisine using home-grown organic ingredients.
  
• Thea Gherdan – Proon-Tech, which supports reforestation and sustainable agriculture through AI-driven autonomous vehicles and bio-printed capsules.
  

• Adnana Popa – Co-Founder @ Velocità, bringing expertise in business acceleration and strategic growth.
  
• Ana Maria Năstase – Managing Partner @ Pixel Script, with a strong background in creative strategy and branding.
  
• Ana Tanasă – Strategic Coherence Specialist, experienced in helping businesses align their purpose with long-term goals.
  
• Claudia Ivan – Head of Sustainability @ PENNY | REWE Romania, with corporate sustainability expertise and sector insight.
  
• Corina Oprea – Founder @ Crăița Merelor, entrepreneur and advocate for local, circular agrifood systems.
  
• Daniela Edu – Business Development Coordinator @ European Funds, National Programs and Partnerships Department, with a deep understanding of funding mechanisms and policy.
  
• Ionuț Bădică – Founder @ Soil & Soul Regenerative Farm and President @ Permaculture Research Institute of Romania, specialist in regenerative agriculture and permaculture practices.
  
• Oana Maria Călin – Teaching Assistant and PhD researcher @ Faculty of Journalism and Communication Sciences, with a focus on science communication and storytelling.
  
• Raluca Grigore – Programs Portfolio Director @ Impact Hub Bucharest, expert in designing and scaling support programs for entrepreneurs.
  
• Roxana Blăgescu – Founder @ SpeakUp Dynamics and Executive Coach & Strategic Voice Mentor for Women in Business & Agro, combining leadership coaching with communication empowerment.
  

The event concluded with a closing session outlining the next steps, including key programme goals and what participants can expect in the months ahead.

The Matchmaking Event was both inspiring and informative, marking a dynamic start to the EWA Romania 2025 programme. Guided by expert mentors and united by a passion for sustainable innovation, this group of women entrepreneurs is ready to develop, test, and expand their agrifood businesses.

Impact Hub Bucharest is a leading organization supporting entrepreneurial initiatives with positive social impact in Romania. Since 2012, it has been part of the global Impact Hub network and provides coworking spaces, growth and incubation programs, events, and a crowdfunding platform. With over 5500 events hosted, 3000+ members, and more than 1000 startups supported, Impact Hub Bucharest fosters innovation and partnerships across sectors. The organization has facilitated over 5.5 million euros in funding and created valuable resources like the Startarium platform. As a key player in the local ecosystem, it represents EIT Food in Romania and partners with over 200 stakeholders, strengthening the agri-food and entrepreneurial communities.

Learn more about Impact Hub Bucharest on their webpage.