Bucharest, January 8, 2026 – The Romanian Investor Relations Association (ARIR), the promoter of the Investor Relations (IR) concept, announces the consolidation of its executive team, as part of ongoing organizational development and alignment with strategic objectives of 2025–2030 .
Starting January 2026, Andreia Stanciu becomes the ARIR CEO, and will coordinate the association’s operational activities, implementation of strategic projects and dialogue with member companies, which represent over 90% of the capitalization of the Bucharest Stock Exchange.
Andreia Stanciu has over 25 years of experience in leading local and international organizations and in strengthening professional communities in the financial area. Throughout her career, she has coordinated projects in over 50 countries and implemented impactful local, regional and global programs in professional education, governance and leadership. Her previous position was Head of Southern Europe at ACCA, the largest international association of professional accountants. Her expertise will contribute to strengthening ARIR’s role in the capital market and the association’s presence at European and international level.
Andreia Stanciu, ARIR CEO:
“I take on this role with a sense of responsibility, joy, and optimism for the future. I believe in ARIR’s growth potential and aim to strengthen the organization’s impact for its members by supporting, through relevant projects, the role of Investor Relations professionals within Romania’s capital market ecosystem.”
After six years of coordinating the executive activity of ARIR, Daniela Aldescu ends her operational mandate and will continue the collaboration with the association in the role of Strategic Advisor. In this capacity, Daniela Aldescu will provide support in major projects, such as the VEKTOR indicator, capitalizing on the experience gained in the development of the organization. Her executive mandate has been instrumental in growing ARIR, expanding the membership base, developing the best practice framework, and increasing the association’s visibility among issuers and investors.
Vlad Obreja strengthens his role within ARIR, as Public Affairs Coordinator, with responsibilities within advocacy and stakeholder communication projects. With a background in law, experience in the non-governmental sector and strategic communication, Vlad Obreja will continue to play a key role in the dialogue with authorities, capital market institutions and foreign partners.
Daniela Maior, President of ARIR, on behalf of the Board of Directors:
“ARIR is entering a new stage of organizational consolidation. We welcome Andreia Stanciu to an active and constantly evolving community. We are confident that the experience and international perspective she brings will support the implementation of ARIR’s strategic objectives. At the same time, we thank Daniela Aldescu for her essential contribution to the development of the association and of some reference projects, such as the VEKTOR indicator”.
ARIR promotes the concept of Investor Relations (IR) in Romania and supports the adoption and implementation of international standards of transparency, corporate governance and proactive communication with investors. Through visibility, advocacy and professional development initiatives, ARIR contributes to strengthening confidence in the capital market and increasing the attractiveness of Romanian companies for local and international investors.
ARIR is an open association that brings together listed companies, those interested in listing, bond issuers and organizations relevant to the capital market. We invite companies that want to be part of the dialogue that shapes the future of capital markets, to make their voice heard and to actively contribute to defining the standards of the Investor Relations profession, to join the ARIR community.
***
About the Romanian Association for Investor Relations (ARIR):
ARIR was founded at the initiative of Daniela Maior (Șerban) in November 2018 together with the founding members: Bucharest Stock Exchange (BVB), ALRO, Franklin Templeton Management – Bucharest, Hidroelectrica, Nuclearelectrica, TeraPlast, Transelectrica and Tony Romani. The following have joined the community: Electrica, OMV Petrom, Antibiotice, Purcari, BRK Financial Group, Banca Transilvania, Transgaz, MedLife, Romcarbon, Farmaceutica REMEDIA, Autonom, IMPACT Developer & Contractor, Transport Trade Services, Patria Bank, BRD – Groupe Société Générale, Rompetrol, AQUILA, MF Capital, Bento, ROMGAZ, DN AGRAR, Sphera Franchise Group and ROCA Industry as Associate Members. ENVISIA, RTPR, Forvis Mazars, Marsh Broker de Asigurare – Reinsurance and Clifford Chance Badea have become Affiliate Members.
More information about ARIR: www.ir-romania.ro. Follow us on LinkedIn.