Aliona Rotaru is a dynamic executive leader and entrepreneur deeply embedded in Moldova's technology and startup ecosystem. As the Executive Director at Dreamups, Aliona spearheads initiatives to transform the regional startup landscape by emphasizing education, acceleration, and global collaboration. Her role involves connecting innovative minds with necessary capital and expertise to foster growth and disruptive solutions.With a rich background in various leadership roles, Aliona has significantly contributed to the startup community as a Co-Director at Startup Grind Chișinău and a Community Development Manager at Zona Zero. Her entrepreneurial spirit is further exemplified by her co-founding of C51 Bar and managing Armenească 13A Coworking Space. Her tenure at ICS "Bemol Retail" SRL as a Logistics and Purchasing Manager showcases her versatile management skills.Aliona holds a Product Marketing Manager Certification™ from Product School and is an active member of Moldova IT Professionals and LOVE MIDDLE EAST STARTUPS. Her educational foundation is rooted in accounting from the Academia de Studii Economice din Moldova.Dedicated to nurturing a thriving tech startup scene in Moldova, Aliona Rotaru is a visionary leader focused on innovation, community building, and leveraging global insights to elevate local entrepreneurial ventures.