Werty is a Counter-Strike 2 streamer and content creator who has spent the last eight years covering professional Counter-Strike tournaments on his own channels, which have a combined audience of 220,000 followers. The tournaments he covers feature annual prize pools totaling $15 million. He brings a unique style by combining extensive research with hype and in-depth analysis, creating an atmosphere worthy of a FIFA World Cup Final in every match he casts.

Ovidiu is a former European and World Champion in FIFA. His video content focuses on virtual football and inspires a large community of FIFA fans.

Octav Crețu, also known as “ang,” is the CEO of Nexus Gaming, a former professional League of Legends player, and the founder of Nexus Media and the Romanian Esports League.

With over 18 years of experience in marketing and communications across industries such as information technology and finance, Ioana joined Samsung Electronics Romania 10 years ago. The communication campaigns she has led have been recognized in some of Romania’s most prestigious industry competitions. She is currently responsible for brand communications, PR, CSR, social media, and Samsung’s brand events.

Ioana is passionate about gaming in all its forms, from classic board games to video games. Her favorite game is World of Warcraft, which she has been playing for more than 15 years.

Mihai Cotos is an entrepreneur with over 14 years of experience in event management, having built a portfolio of successful projects such as Târgul de Cariere, Photo Romania Festival, Jazz in the Park, and Cluj Craft Beer Festival.

Since 2019, Mihai has turned his passion for gaming into an ambitious initiative dedicated to the Romanian esports scene – Digital Crusade, a project that has grown into an Eastern European championship featuring satellite events such as the Esports Corporate Championship, Girls Championship, and HighSchool Heroes.

Mihai also serves as the Operations Manager of eSuperliga, Romania’s largest EA FC league and the only competition of its kind officially affiliated with both the Romanian Professional Football League and EA Sports.

Liviu began his career in the IT&C industry 24 years ago, during a period defined by rapid technological innovation, digital transformation, and accelerated industry growth. The experience he has gained over the years has given him a deep understanding of the sector’s dynamics and emerging trends. He has developed and implemented effective marketing strategies designed to meet the market’s constantly evolving needs.

For the past 20 years, Liviu has successfully led the ASUS Romania marketing team, making a significant contribution to ASUS’s position as a market leader and to strengthening ROG’s reputation as a pioneer of innovation in gaming.

Florin Ivan is part of the first generation of online content creators in Romania. He uploaded his first technology-focused show to YouTube in 2007, and in 2008 he coordinated the launch of the only gaming television channel in Romania and Eastern Europe at the time, GINX TV. This was followed by a decade of GameXTV.ro and the production of hundreds of NewsX and esports shows.

Since then, Florin has remained closely connected to everything happening in the digital space. He has produced television programs such as IGN Weekly Fix and Comic Con Bites, and is currently the CEO of Workhorse and TechTheLead.com, where he develops award-winning content for both brands and audiences.

He enjoys playing virtually every new game that catches his interest. In addition, at least once a month, he and his group of friends jump into GTA Online to earn the in-game million dollars while waiting for the next-generation release.

With more than 25 years of experience in communications and branding, he began his professional journey at Valvis Holding, where he achieved major milestones working with iconic brands such as Dorna and LaDorna. Since then, he has continued to elevate brand strategies for names including AQUA Carpatica and Domeniile Sâmburești, developing sophisticated communication strategies and integrated campaigns with the precision of a true game master.

His philosophy is to find the perfect combination of structure, creativity, and a touch of unconventional thinking to transform every brand into a top performer. Today, alongside his work in the industry, he is a PhD candidate and an Associate Lecturer at the University of Bucharest, where he helps prepare the next generation of communications and advertising professionals to excel in their careers.

Mihnea Alexandru Brașoveanu is the Digital Marketing Manager at MedLife, Romania’s largest private healthcare services network. Prior to joining MedLife, he spent six years working with brands such as KFC, Pizza Hut, and Taco Bell. During this time, he successfully combined his passion for gaming with marketing, leading to the development of innovative projects that resonated with both the advertising and gaming industries. These projects include the MedLife VR experience RoboSurgery, KFC Arena, KFC Killer Discounts, Taco Zoom, as well as a series of partnerships with Bucharest Gaming Week, the Romanian Esports League, Digital Crusade, and Nexus Media.

A gaming enthusiast since childhood, Mihnea began his journey with Doom and later moved on to titles such as Quake, Warcraft, Counter-Strike 1.6, and many others. He firmly believes that the gaming industry is experiencing strong growth in Romania and that an increasing number of brands will gradually become involved in this space.

Mihail Stegaru first entered the gaming industry in 1998 when, while still in high school, he became an editor for the gaming magazine LEVEL.

Over the following 26 years, he witnessed four generations of gaming consoles and hundreds of game launches. Throughout his career, he has worked in marketing, distribution, and retail for video games, gaming peripherals, consoles, and even electric scooters. The one constant throughout this journey has been his passion for gaming.

Mihail served as Retail Account Manager at HP, where he was responsible for the HyperX gaming accessories portfolio in Romania and Bulgaria.

Today, Mihail is Business Development Manager at Netzah Game, a company operating as a leading distributor of physical video games in Romania, as well as leading gaming peripherals brands, such as Keychron and AULA. The company imports and distributes titles from major international publishers to retailers across the country, including Activision Blizzard and Bandai Namco.

Cătălin Butnariu is the Chief Strategy Officer at Amber, the largest Romanian video game development company. In this role, he oversees mergers and acquisitions (M&A), investments, strategic communications, and the company’s network of external partners.

He is also one of the most prominent advocates for Romania’s game development industry, having served as President of the Romanian Game Developers Association (RGDA) from 2016 to 2024. In addition, he is the founder of major industry events such as Dev.Play Conference and Romanian Game Awards.

His previous roles include General Manager at Carbon Incubator and Division Director at Gameloft.

Ileana Cociaș has more than 18 years of experience in marketing, both in advertising agencies and on the client side, with a strong passion for building and growing brands. Throughout her career, she has worked across Europe, from Eastern to Western markets, managing a diverse portfolio of categories, including household care, pet food, beauty, and SaaS.

She is currently responsible for the brand strategy and communications for Doritos across Europe, one of PepsiCo’s boldest and most distinctive brands.

Andrei Moisa is the Chief Operating Officer of EVA Romania. His first venture into the gaming industry came through the establishment of Project Underdog, an organization that fielded PUBG teams in multiple editions of the PUBG Continental Series. He later shifted his focus to virtual reality, playing a key role in bringing and launching the first Esports Virtual Arena location in Romania.

His favorite game, Escape from Tarkov, reflects his passion for competition and strategic thinking.

Daniela is a communications professional with 18 years of experience in PR and marketing, driven by the belief that passion is the engine of progress. Throughout her career, she has worked with technology, retail, and events brands, developing communication strategies that align with global brand values while being carefully tailored to resonate with local audiences.

Since 2017, Daniela has led PlayStation’s regional communications activities, overseeing the brand’s local teams across Romania, Bulgaria, Serbia, Albania, Moldova, Montenegro, North Macedonia, and Cyprus.

Marian Andrei is a journalist and producer at PRO TV, with a strong passion for technology, artificial intelligence, and everything related to the digital world. Since 2013, he has been part of the iLikeIT team, where he tests gadgets, apps, and games while closely following the latest trends in tech.

He specializes in making complex topics accessible to a broad audience, explaining subjects such as AI and cybersecurity in a clear and approachable way, helping technology feel less intimidating. Marian enjoys discovering new innovations and exploring the impact that emerging technologies and solutions have on everyday life.

With over 10 years of experience in strategic marketing, business development, and the organization of major events, Mădălina leads brand initiatives and communication campaigns across a variety of sectors, including education, healthcare, and entertainment. At ECHO School, she currently develops and implements integrated promotional strategies for programs focused on technology, digital arts, and game development, while playing an active role in strengthening the connection between industry, education, and the wider community.

A long-time contributor to the gaming ecosystem, Mădălina has been involved in the delivery of landmark events such as Bucharest Gaming Week, East European Comic Con, and Dev.Play Conference. She was also co-owner and manager of Romania’s first gaming pub, Nexus Gamers Pub. Throughout her career, she has collaborated with international brands and content creators, supporting projects that brought together diverse communities and helped increase the visibility of the gaming industry both locally and across the region.

Nicoleta is a distinguished figure in the media industry, with more than 18 years of professional experience, including 16 years dedicated exclusively to the digital media sector. What truly sets her apart is her clear vision, strategic mindset, and ability to find solutions in any circumstance. Her optimistic outlook has been a constant source of inspiration and strength, enabling her to believe in the possibility of success even when challenges seemed insurmountable. Her aspiration to help build a better future for the world we live in has been the driving force behind her work and has guided every step of her professional journey.

Professionally, Nicoleta is a Founding Member of Spotmedia.ro and Arca Jurnaliștilor, as well as a Member of the Board of Directors of the Romanian Transmedia Audit Bureau. Throughout her career, she has successfully led marketing and sales departments for several media publications in Romania. She has also been actively involved in social initiatives focused on education and public awareness through World Vision Romania, contributing to positive change within communities. In addition, she has provided consulting and mentorship to young entrepreneurs with the ambition and courage to develop new ideas and projects.

Nicoleta is a strong advocate for quality journalism, championing the cause through the hashtag #qualitypresssupporter. She believes that quality journalism is one of the fundamental pillars of a healthy society and that access to accurate information is a fundamental right for every individual. Firmly convinced that education is the key to long-term progress, she remains committed to helping build a world where everyone has access to reliable and relevant information, thereby contributing to the advancement of society as a whole.

Alexandra Andrei Teodorescu is the Marketing Manager at Lenovo Romania and has 18 years of experience in marketing, PR, and corporate communications. She began her career in 2008 as a business journalist specializing in technology before going on to develop communication strategies for some of the world’s leading technology, retail, consumer, and entertainment brands, including Samsung Electronics, Electronic Arts, L’Oréal, Unilever, Glovo, Zalando, and OLX Group.

Today, she leads Lenovo Romania’s integrated marketing, PR, and corporate affairs initiatives across both the Consumer and Commercial business divisions. Her expertise spans brand strategy, reputation management, and crisis communications, supported by a deep understanding of the technology, digital, and content ecosystems.

Her passion for gaming dates back to her teenage years, when Counter-Strike LAN sessions were a regular part of life. While she has less time for gaming today, she enjoys sharing the experience with her son by playing Mario Kart and board games together.

With 15 years of experience in marketing, Alina manages PepsiCo Romania’s CSD Flavors portfolio, which includes Mountain Dew, a brand with a strong connection to the gaming community.
She is a strong supporter of strategic gaming initiatives, believing that brand involvement is essential to the continued growth and development of Romania’s gaming industry.

Antonia Nuckle has been gaming since the age of six and started streaming when she was just 13 years old.

Now a Razer ambassador in Romania and part of Team Samsung, she seamlessly blends gaming and lifestyle content across her channels.

Andrada Badea is a brand marketing professional with a passion for turning creativity into business impact. Having worked on some of the world’s most iconic brands, she specializes in building meaningful consumer experiences through innovation, strategic thinking, and cultural relevance. She champions originality, authentic storytelling, and ideas that truly connect with audiences.