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Top 20 LinkedIn Influencers in Romania in 2025

Here are the top 20 LinkedIn influencers in Romania for 2025, driving innovation, sparking conversations, and inspiring professionals across industries.

January 22, 2025
Jeremy Boissinot

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Here’s the list of the Top 20 LinkedIn Influencers in Romania in 2025:

20. Lavinia Mehedințu

Lavinia is a Learning Architect and Co-Founder at Offbeat, specializing in Learning & Development. She emphasizes the importance of communities in achieving higher standards and advocates for self-directed learning. Through her posts, she discusses the impact of educational systems on autonomy and the need to nurture self-directed learning through culture and process. Lavinia encourages open-sourced work and celebrates the value of learning through passion and interest.

LinkedIn Score : 83.6/100

Favikon Authority Score : 5 998 pts

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19. Mihai-Valentin Curelea

Mihai-Valentin Curelea is a Principal AWS/Python/Node/Go Solutions Architect with 15+ years of experience. He specializes in Large Scale Architecture & Infrastructure, Backend (Node, Python), Frontend (React), Data Analytics, and Machine Learning. He offers remote work services and focuses on helping businesses optimize their software solutions. Mihai-Valentin shares valuable insights on programming, cloud services, and engineering best practices on LinkedIn.

LinkedIn Score : 84/100

Favikon Authority Score : 6 757 pts

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18. Cristiana Varzaru

As the Founder of HR Career Advisor and Oportunități pe Bune, I am a dedicated human resources professional passionate about guiding candidates toward meaningful career opportunities. With a strong commitment to continuous development and professional excellence, I’ve established a supportive community of #opentowork candidates, helping job seekers navigate the challenges of the employment market based on my own journey in the field. My approach is both empathetic and strategic - I am recognized by my peers as a trusted Engagement SPOC known for fostering an inclusive team atmosphere, organizing impactful team activities, and offering valuable mentorship. With a focus on agility and reliability, I strive to build lasting, trust-based relationships and to actively contribute to a thriving professional environment. My ambition, professionalism, and proactive nature drive me to create positive experiences and effective solutions for both candidates and colleagues alike.

LinkedIn Score : 84.1/100

Favikon Authority Score : 6 650 pts

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17. Cristian Popa

Cristian Popa, a finance professional with a background in asset management, is dedicated to advancing the local capital market. Applying ethical standards endorsed by CFA Institute, he specializes in investment strategy, equity portfolio management, and research within local and European markets. With a focus on constructive communication, he fosters trustworthy business relationships. His posts reflect a philosophy promoting individual initiative and limited state intervention in economic affairs, drawing inspiration from former British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher's principles.

LinkedIn Score : 84.5/100

Favikon Authority Score : 6 477 pts

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16. Delia Caluser

Delia Caluser is an IT recruiter, job search coach, and LinkedIn strategist who left her promising corporate career to become an entrepreneur. Her passion for helping job seekers led her to create a Global Resume Referral Program to help career changers go from overlooked to hired in three months or less. Delia also offers coaching in job search strategies, LinkedIn networking, and job interview preparation. She aims to bring humanity back to the hiring process and amplify the voices of those who feel underappreciated in the job market.

LinkedIn Score : 84.6/100

Favikon Authority Score : 7 660 pts

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15. Marco Hößl

Marco Hößl is the CEO of Kaufland Romania & Moldova, leading a team of over 17,000 employees to provide exceptional service and value to customers. Under his leadership, Kaufland Romania became a leader in the local retail market and a sustainable company. He focuses on efficiency, results, and promoting individual potential, earning Kaufland the title of Top Employer in Romania and Europe multiple times.

LinkedIn Score : 84.6/100

Favikon Authority Score : 7 625 pts

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14. Ștefan Mandachi

Ștefan Mandachi is a lawyer at the Suceava Bar and a successful entrepreneur. He is the founder of Franchise Generator, Containerele-Biblioteci ”Citește”, and Mandachi Hotel & Spa. Additionally, he is the author of Dreamers Notebook and the founder & president of Jeni Mandachi Foundation. He also has experience as a film director. Mandachi frequently shares valuable insights and offers webinars on business strategies and growth. He engages with his audience through thought-provoking posts on various topics.

LinkedIn Score : 85.2/100

Favikon Authority Score : 8 216 pts

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13. Cornel Amariei

Cornel Amariei is a tech entrepreneur and innovator in the field of assistive technology. As the CEO of .lumen, he focuses on creating glasses that empower the blind to live a better life. With a background in robotics and programming, Cornel has received numerous awards for his work, including being recognized by Forbes, JCI, and JA. He is dedicated to building innovative solutions that make a meaningful impact on society.

LinkedIn Score : 85.8/100

Favikon Authority Score : 6 840 pts

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12. Matei Zaharia

Matei Zaharia is the CTO & Cofounder at Databricks and an Associate Professor of Computer Science at Berkeley. He initiated the Apache Spark computing engine during his PhD and contributed to other open-source data and AI software. His research focuses on natural language processing, databases, and security. At Databricks, he works across all product areas.

LinkedIn Score : 86.2/100

Favikon Authority Score : 6 879 pts

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11. IULIA-ANDREEA B.

IULIA-ANDREEA B. is a Senior IT Recruiter and B2B Consultant with experience in various industries such as Telecom, Fintech, Healthcare, and more. She specializes in 360° IT recruitment and stakeholder management. Proficient in tools like Comeet, Zoho Recruit, and LinkedIn Recruiter. She has a technical background and enjoys specialty coffee. Active on LinkedIn and other job platforms. Shares insights on the power of community and transparency in recruitment.

LinkedIn Score : 86.4/100

Favikon Authority Score : 7 397 pts

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10. Estera Anghelescu

Estera Anghelescu, M.B.A., is a Recruiting & Employer Branding Director with a focus on driving organizational growth through innovative strategies and a dedicated focus on Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) initiatives. With 20+ years of experience, she has contributed to her company's exponential growth, established the Training and Employer Branding department, and developed the A.C.C.E.S. program for hiring people with disabilities. Estera is also the VP at the Romanian Diversity Chamber of Commerce.

LinkedIn Score : 86.7/100

Favikon Authority Score : 7 427 pts

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9. Magor Csibi

Magor Csibi, the Head of Leadership and Organizational Culture Practice at Trend Consult Group, advocates for a humanistic culture, caring organizations, and authentic leaders. Through insightful posts on LinkedIn, Magor emphasizes the importance of balancing work and personal life, fostering trust within teams, and promoting a positive work environment. With a focus on empowering employees and building meaningful connections, Magor's content inspires reflection and growth in the professional sphere. #evolutionjourney #leadership #culture

LinkedIn Score : 87/100

Favikon Authority Score : 7 850 pts

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8. Andra Pintican

Andra Pintican is a Human Relevance Storyteller and HR Coach with a unique vision for aligning HR with the evolving needs of humanity. Through her holistic approach, she combines science with spirituality to create a deeply human work environment. She has developed the ROST Method at the intersection of neuroscience and spirituality, enhancing team performance and accountability. Andra offers programs like Rost de Bunastare, Rost de Putere, and Rost de Flux to elevate organizational performance and team engagement. For inquiries, contact andra.pintican@scoaladehr.ro.

LinkedIn Score : 87.2/100

Favikon Authority Score : 8 107 pts

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7. Corina NEAGU

Corina NEAGU is an International HR Strategist, Trainer, and EMCC Senior Practitioner Mentor & Coach. With over 20 years of experience in HR, she aims to bring back the human element in Human Resources. Passionate about helping individuals reach their full potential, she offers services in career coaching, mentoring, training, and HR consulting. Corina is dedicated to promoting Diversity & Inclusion through workshops and is involved in various mentorship programs. She is the founder of Dare (Development Advice & Resources) and Sweets & Spices, focusing on making a positive impact on people's lives. With a philosophy of uplifting others, Corina strives to leave a lasting, positive mark on the world.

LinkedIn Score : 87.2/100

Favikon Authority Score : 8 017 pts

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6. Vlad Mihalcea

Vlad Mihalcea is a Java Champion known for creating Hypersistence Optimizer and contributing to the Hibernate project. Passionate about enterprise systems and data access frameworks, he shares insights through articles and courses on Java Persistence. With expertise in SQL and database performance, Vlad's work focuses on optimizing data access layers and sharing best practices in the field.

LinkedIn Score : 87.9/100

Favikon Authority Score : 7 973 pts

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5. Sebastian Burduja

Sebastian Burduja is the Minister of Energy of Romania and a former Minister of Digitalization. He is also a Member of Parliament and a bestselling author. He holds a Harvard MBA and MPP, as well as a Stanford BA. Sebastian has significant experience in the public sector, serving as a public servant, development advisor, and entrepreneur. He specializes in general management, international development, finance, EU funds, infrastructure projects, and democracy studies. Sebastian is active on social media, particularly on Twitter and LinkedIn, where he shares insights and engages with his followers.

LinkedIn Score : 88/100

Favikon Authority Score : 7 842 pts

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4. Beatrice Vladut

Beatrice Vladut is a personal branding expert on LinkedIn, specializing in helping founders and consultants build, grow, and monetize their personal brand. She focuses on leveraging unique stories and expertise to position clients as industry authorities, attracting new opportunities and building online presence. Through her program 'Simply Branding,' she offers strategies to create content that connects and sells. Beatrice aims to establish her clients as influential leaders in their respective industries.

LinkedIn Score : 88.8/100

Favikon Authority Score : 7 651 pts

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3. Paul Iusztin

Paul Iusztin is a senior machine learning engineer and contractor with over 6 years of experience. He specializes in designing and implementing scalable and modular AI/ML systems using MLOps good practices. Paul is passionate about building data-intensive AI/ML systems that innovate the world. He actively shares practical posts, articles, and tutorials on LinkedIn, Medium, and Decoding ML to help other machine learning engineers level up. His primary skills include programming languages like Python, SQL, C++, Java, and technologies such as PyTorch, Scikit-Learn, Keras, NumPy, Pandas, AWS, GCP, Docker, and more. Paul is open to full remote positions as a contractor.

LinkedIn Score : 89.1/100

Favikon Authority Score : 7 700 pts

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2. Dan Negru

Dan Negru is a popular host and YouTube content creator known for his interviews, opinions, and series 'Legendele'. He has interviewed various influential figures such as Florin Piersic, Gheorghe Zamfir, Dumitru Prunariu, Alexandru Arsinel, and Tudor Gheorghe. Despite his fame, Dan Negru prefers to keep his personal life private and rarely shares photos of his family. He believes in the importance of honesty, integrity, and humility. Through his content, Dan Negru aims to promote the Romanian language and discourage the use of offensive language. He also advocates for the improvement of Romanian football and encourages fans to boycott matches and media coverage that perpetuates negativity and corruption.

LinkedIn Score : 89.4/100

Favikon Authority Score : 8 476 pts

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1. Florin Negruțiu

Florin Negruțiu, the owner of Republica, shares critical political commentary on social media. In a recent post, he expresses disapproval of Marcel Ciolacu's spending 9 million euros to renovate the presidential residence, criticizing President Iohannis for selfishness and lack of concern for the country. Negruțiu questions the priorities of the political figures and highlights what he perceives as excessive spending. His posts reflect a strong opinion on political matters and a critical view of the government's actions.

LinkedIn Score : 90.5/100

Favikon Authority Score : 8 106 pts

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Jeremy Boissinot

Jérémy Boissinot is the founder of Favikon, an AI-powered platform that helps brands gain clarity on creator insights through rankings. With a mission to highlight quality creators, Jérémy has built a global community of satisfied creators and achieved impressive milestones, including over 10 million estimated impressions, 20,000+ new registrations, and 150,000 real-time rankings across more than 600 niches. He is an alumnus of ESCP Business School and has been associated with prestigious organizations such as the French Ministry and the United Nations in his professional pursuits.