We
understand
Leaders
CEO Clubs is one of the oldest and largest business networks for CEOs in Romania. Its mission is to bring together the best leaders AND characters, and all together to create a better future for the society, their organizations and the people. The Club is a safe space where top leaders can build trust and learn from each other.
Love
Your vision and your doubts, your struggles and your bravery, your stubbornness and your dreaming, your joy and, your passion when you’re “in the zone”.
Respect
The way you own the room, a situation, a mission. How you bring out the best in those around you and how you make things happen.
Know
The pressure, the loneliness, the sleepless nights, the toll when avoiding the comfort zone, your refusal to give up, and your dedication to your calling.
Understand
It’s a journey very few people can make, and that it takes guts to keep at it. That you are catalysts driven by your principles. That the fire lights up wherever you go. That you are a creator, and always human.
Bring
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When you meet, success is inevitable as there’s always a fellow Member to tell you how they did it!
This is what we do at SuperBrain: we bring together authentic, brave, cool, fascinating and successful leaders, as the people you really are.
We redefine importance and all together we create a special safe space through openness and meaningful connections. A community that’s home.
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Sotiris K. Chatzidakis
Founder
Sotiris is the founder of CEO, Owners and Executive Clubs in Romania, a partner at First Southeast Investment Partners, an investor and a Certified Coach. Prior to that, he had been a corporate executive for 14 years, across a variety of industries including banking, technology and retail.
Sotiri’s goal has always been to create communities and connect people with ideas and other people. He is bringing special people together for more than he can remember, and through his Clubs’ activity he has succeeded to redefine what networking and personal value truly mean. He is also involved in several social initiatives.
His favorite quote is that “Luck is what happens when good preparation meets the opportunity” by Seneca and some of the books that define him are “Connected”, “Atomic habits”, “A man’s search for meaning”, “Rich Dad, Poor Dad” and “Bluefishing”. He adores music, football, good times and the “Greek Summer”.
Sandra Diviskova
Head of Operations
Sandra has been part of our group of Clubs since 2012. She is currently the General Director of Operations and the leading person for the continuous digital transformation of both the internal operations and the Members’ experience. In addition, she is forming and administrating the company’s annual Budgets and financial operations.
Through her journey in CEO Clubs over the past 10 years, Sandra has undertaken plenty of roles that led her to her current position, some of which have been the events organization, business development for both Members and Partners, forming and expanding the Executive Club from day 1, as well as being actively involved in the Club’s expansion within the country and abroad.
Sandra studied Business Administration at the University of Piraeus in Greece, where she graduated in the Top 1% of her class, receive awards of excellence and scholarships in all years of her studies. As of 2021, she also holds an Executive MBA from WU Executive Academy.
Sandra is passionate about exploring the world (currently visited 53 countries) and scuba diving, she loves listening to classic rock and reggae vibes, with her all-time favorite song being “Wish you Were Here”, while she is also a genuine lover of “Hey Jude’s” Na-na-na,na,na part. She has been a ballet dancer for 21 years and in the past years she loves setting her annual reading goals on Goodreads, her favorite authors being Milan Kundera and Irvin Yalom.
Dragana Krstic
Head of Communities
In May 2022, Dragana became the Owners Club Director. After almost two years she took over the position of leading all communities of Superbrain.
Dragana’s career has been sculpted by the sporting goods industry, combining both retail and online channels covering the entire business cycle. Driven by a passion for sporting goods and multiculturalism, running a regional business allowed her to combine and create the necessary synergy and ability to constantly adapt to new challenges.
Originally from the Republic of Serbia, Dragana has lived in Romania since 1999. She is fluent in 6 languages (including Romanian) and is a very adaptable person. Dragana’s education included countries such as Greece and England, with a degree in economics from the University of Sheffield and a master’s degree in management from LSE (London School of Economics).
In addition to her daily activities, Dragana is passionate about traveling, cooking and is a great lover of animals.
Andrea Bartha
Director Executive Club
Starting July 2022, Andrea is the Executive Club Director.
Andrea has a Bachelor Degree in Psychopedagogy, being interested in this field that aims to analyze human behaviors related to education, learning and vocational guidance; and also a master degree in Train of Trainers.
Working with people is a recurring theme throughout Andrea’s career, covering various areas of activity. Even if we’re talking about the banking industry, the entertainment industry, or the NGO sector, to which she has devoted the past three years, her work was closely related to developing meaningful relationships, managing people, and forming long-term partnerships.
One of Andrea`s main areas of interest is mind, intelligence and spirit. She is also keen on discovering innovative and unique coffee brews. Andrea is also passionate about tennis, discovering new interesting places for hiking in Romania and she is planning to get her skipper license soon.
Zein Darwesh
Events Coordinator
Zein is a multinational person, fluent in Romanian and Arabic, with studies completed in three different countries in Arabic, English, and Romanian curriculums. He has recently graduated from the faculty of International Business and Economics with the completion of multiple projects and volunteering activities throughout the university, in business, diplomacy, and social issues; showing interest in microeconomics and entrepreneurship.
Zein has worked as an internal auditor for HP Inc, where he developed his communication skills, working in a team, and self-management.
He is a dynamic person who likes to be active and disciplined, working-out regularly, doing house projects, going on hikes, camping trips, and snowboarding rides. He is passionate about sports, nutrition, cooking, and philosophy. “Our time on earth is limited, we should all aim to prosper and soak in as much life as possible in all of its forms”.
Catalina Calapod
Projects Coordinator
Catalina became a CEO Clubs Romania Team member in September 2019, initially tasked with the Members research across all three business communities (CEO Clubs, Executive Club, and Owners Club). Over time, her role evolved, and she assumed the role of Projects Coordinator, overseeing the exciting projects of all three Clubs and providing support for daily operations.
An aeronautical engineer at her core, she holds a bachelor’s degree in Air Navigation from the
Politehnica University of Bucharest, Faculty of Aerospace Engineering.
Passionate about environmental issues, Catalina considers herself a little “earth warrior.” Her curious nature and her “hunger” for always seeking new experiences fuels her love of hiking, running and photography. She believes that music and nature should be essential components in everyone’s foundation, so when she is not on a mountain somewhere marvelling at stunning sunsets, you can find her searching for the next perfect album (of that day at least).
Iulia Iacona
Partnerships Business Development Manager
Iulia joined CEO Clubs in 2014, being responsible for the external partnerships of the Club in key marketing activities. Starting 2015, she took over the internal partnerships, being actively involved in the development process of the CEO Clubs International Members and Partners’ base. In addition, she also took over the external partnerships, being responsible of attracting new valuable Partners.
After a short break, Iulia has returned to her role starting October 2022, currently being the Business Development Manager for Partnerships for all 3 communities (CEO Clubs, Owners Club, Executive Club).
Iulia has graduated the Communications University in 2009 and currently she is finalizing her Master’s in Philosophy and Critical Thinking at the University of Bucharest.
Stefania Prodan
Office & Special Projects Coordinator
Starting January 2024, Stefania is the Office Assistant and Projects Coordinator.
Stefania is a dynamic individual with a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Hotelschool The Hague. Having lived in five different countries, she possesses a rich tapestry of cultural experiences that fuel her passion for travel and exploration. She firmly believes in the transformative power of travel, seeing it as a profound catalyst for personal development.
Beyond her academic achievements, Stefania is a connoisseur of food, art and fashion. Her keen interest in these realms reflects not only a sophisticated taste but also a deep appreciation for the diverse expressions of human creativity. With an insatiable curiosity, Stefania embraces the opportunity to immerse herself in new cultures, always seeking to broaden her horizons and cultivate a global perspective. Whether exploring art galleries, savouring culinary delights, or staying attuned to the latest fashion trends, Stefania approaches life with an open mind and a zest for discovery.
Aura Pop
Research & Business Development Manager
Aura joined CEO Clubs International in 2014, coordinating the Clubs’ projects, getting involved in the development and organization of the meetings and other activities of the Club.
Today she is responsible for the business development, looking for those bright executives who can be a perfect fit to become the newest Members in one of our communities.
Aura graduated the Master of Psychology in Human Resources, has a Bachelor Degree in Marketing and one in Management and Engineering.
She is passionate about creative writing, stories, coaching, music, rummy game, travelling and cupcakes.