Mihai Manea, CEO Nine O’Clock: Leadership, Values, and the Conclusion of a Meaningful European Mandate

The farewell reception marking the conclusion of Her Excellency Ramona Chiriac’s mandate as Head of the European Commission Representation in Romania was more than a formal event. It was a moment to reflect on leadership, consistency, and the role of European values in an increasingly complex context.

Attending the event, Mihai Manea, CEO of Nine O’Clock, emphasized the importance of recognizing not only the institutional achievements of such a mandate but also the human dimension behind them. In his view, Ms. Chiriac’s tenure stood out for professionalism, consistency, and a constant commitment to strengthening Romania’s ties with the European project.

“In a period when public discourse is often fragmented, leadership anchored in values and dialogue becomes essential. This mandate has shown that European principles can be translated into concrete actions and...