Women in Tech Romania

02/06/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us for Satellite Communication: Redefining How the World Connects.

What made this event truly special was not only the technology discussions, but also the feeling in the room — at times, it felt more like a cozy reunion of an industry that is deeply connected through years of collaboration, innovation, and shared challenges.

Throughout the evening, we reflected on how this industry started, how far telecommunications and connectivity have evolved over the years, and how conversations that once sounded futuristic are now becoming reality. It gave us all confidence that even the boldest and most optimistic scenarios for global connectivity may be closer than we think — and that the near future is actively being shaped by many of the people present in that room.

One idea that stood out repeatedly was how much we all rely on connectivity every single day, often taking it for granted. Listening to the people building these technologies offered a fascinating perspective on what connectivity truly means behind the scenes, how incredibly complex these systems are, and how much innovation, engineering, and collaboration make seamless communication possible worldwide.

A heartfelt thank you to our amazing speakers and panelists:
• Samah Khamis — Global Head of NSE-VOIS, Vodafone International Services – Networks
• Nicolae Vilceanu — Network Director, Vodafone Romania
• Ileana Petrisor — Software Development Director, Lenovo
• Vlad Cretu — VP Mobile Access, Core & VAS, Sunrise Switzerland
• Maria Esperanza Alcazar — Vodafone Technology Networks Strategy & Architecture
• Cristian Macarencu — Europe Center Executive, Transformation & Governance Senior Manager, VOIS
• Raluca Caraza — Moderator

So many valuable insights, honest conversations, and inspiring perspectives. Thank you all for making this such a memorable event.

01/06/2026

25/05/2026

We’re excited to welcome Maria Esperanza Alcazar as one of the panel speakers joining us on May 28.

With more than 30 years of experience in Radio Access Networks, Esperanza has been at the forefront of some of the telecom industry’s most important technology milestones — from early 3G network evolution and Single RAN transformation projects to the introduction of 5G NSA/SA architectures.

Today, at Vodafone Technology Networks Strategy and Architecture, she leads cross-functional initiatives focused on integrating satellite mobile communications and AST SpaceMobile into Vodafone networks, helping shape the future of seamless global connectivity.

Passionate about space technology and its real-world impact, Esperanza brings a unique perspective on how satellite communications are evolving from niche innovation into a critical component of next-generation mobile networks.

In this session, you’ll gain insights into the challenges and opportunities behind satellite-mobile integration, the evolution of network architectures enabling future connectivity, and how space-based communications could transform the way people and industries stay connected worldwide.

📅 May 28
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25/05/2026

🚀 Last chance to register for Satellite Communication: Redefining How the World Connects — happening on May 28.

From satellite-mobile integration and 5G evolution to the future of global connectivity, this event brings together industry leaders, engineers, and technology experts shaping the next generation of communication networks.

Join speakers and panelists from Vodafone, Vodafone Romania, VOIS, Sunrise Switzerland, and Lenovo for an evening of insights, real-world perspectives, and conversations about the technologies redefining how the world stays connected.

You’ll discover:
• How satellite communications are transforming mobile networks
• The role of space-based connectivity in enabling IoT and future digital services
• The technical and business challenges behind integrating satellite and terrestrial networks
• Why this is becoming one of the most important engineering frontiers of the decade

📅 May 28 wall
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Looking forward to seeing you there!

22/05/2026

We’re excited to introduce Cristian Macarencu, who will present the work and vision behind VOIS during our event on May 28.

With more than 14 years of experience in telecom engineering, program leadership, and large-scale transformation across networking and IT services, Cristian brings a valuable perspective on how technology transformation happens at scale. Known for combining strategic thinking with a hands-on approach, he has consistently driven impact through strong ex*****on and a deep understanding of business and financial priorities.

As satellite communication reshapes global connectivity — enabling IoT at scale, accelerating 5G integration, and driving new infrastructure models — Cristian will offer insights into why this topic matters now and how VOIS teams in Romania are actively contributing to building the future of next-generation connectivity.

This is a rare opportunity to hear directly from people working on these transformations behind the scenes, not just observing them from the outside.

📅 May 28
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22/05/2026

We’re excited to welcome Vlad Cretu, VP Mobile Access, Core & VAS at Sunrise Switzerland, as one of the panel speakers joining us on May 28.

With more than 25 years of leadership experience in telecommunications, Vlad brings a unique combination of telecom engineering expertise, strategic vision, and financial management knowledge. Throughout his career, he has successfully led teams through complex technology evolution initiatives and large-scale business transformation projects, consistently delivering impactful results across operational and strategic environments.

In this session, you’ll gain insights into how telecom operators are navigating rapid technological change, the role of network transformation in enabling future connectivity services, and why balancing innovation, operational excellence, and business strategy is becoming increasingly critical in the evolving communications landscape.

📅 May 28
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21/05/2026

We’re excited to welcome Ileana Petrisor, Software Development Director at Lenovo, as one of the speakers joining our panel on May 28.

Leading global engineering teams focused on cloud and infrastructure technologies used worldwide, Ileana is passionate about making technology feel practical, useful, and human — especially in conversations around AI, connectivity, and the future of digital experiences.

Beyond engineering leadership, she is actively involved in mentoring, supporting local tech communities, and creating spaces where meaningful conversations, learning, and growth happen naturally.

In this session, you’ll gain perspectives on how emerging technologies are shaping the future of connectivity and digital experiences, why human-centered innovation matters more than ever, and how collaboration, community, and technology leadership can help drive meaningful change across the industry.

📅 May 28
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20/05/2026

AI is not replacing the need for strong foundations — it is exposing where those foundations are missing.

That was one of the key conclusions from “No Data, No AI: The Foundation Nobody Talks About”, where we brought together an incredible community of data, AI, and technology professionals in Bucharest for an honest and thought-provoking conversation about what it truly takes to build AI responsibly and effectively.

A huge thank you to our outstanding speakers and panelists for sharing their expertise, perspectives, and real-world insights:
▪️ Elisabeta Moraru
▪️ Andreea Mihailescu
▪️ Alina Capota
▪️ Laura Tolosi
▪️ Horia Niculescu

One message stood out throughout the evening: technology innovation waves are moving at lightning speed, and the way we build technology must evolve with them. Lengthy software development cycles are becoming obsolete — proofs of concept can now be built in hours or days, while production-ready applications can emerge in weeks instead of years.

But behind every meaningful AI system stands something even more important: data.

As discussed during the panel, data remains our most critical resource for building and deploying AI responsibly. That means getting the fundamentals right: data quality and integrity, bias mitigation, privacy and security, provenance and consent, as well as proper labelling and annotation.

The conversation also highlighted the new challenges AI introduces around data: scarcity, synthetic data feedback loops, lineage and privacy concerns, and the constant need to monitor data drift as human behavior and global events evolve.

At the same time, AI represents an extraordinary opportunity. Organizations should challenge teams to apply AI to their most complex and meaningful problems — because that is where adoption creates real impact.

Thank you to everyone who contributed to making this event such a valuable exchange of ideas and experiences.

20/05/2026

We’re excited to have Nicolae Vilceanu, Network Director at Vodafone Romania, joining our panel on May 28 for a conversation about the future of connectivity and the growing impact of satellite communications.

With extensive international experience in telecommunications, network transformation, and emerging connectivity technologies, Nicolae brings both strategic vision and hands-on leadership to the discussion, shaped by leading large-scale transformation programs and driving network innovation across complex environments.

In this session, you’ll gain insights into how satellite communications could reshape mobile network services over the next 5–10 years, the key technical and operational challenges of integrating satellite and terrestrial networks, and how collaboration between mobile operators, satellite providers, and device manufacturers is expected to evolve to enable the next generation of global connectivity.

📅 May 28
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