George-Alin Pătru is a seasoned business development manager with a rich background in corporate travel management, hospitality, and cultural marketing. Since beginning his career in 2006 at the National Theatre "Radu Stanca" in Sibiu as Head of Marketing & P.R., George-Alin has developed a deep passion for M.I.C.E and artistic festival management. He boasts notable achievements, including managing the tour of Silviu Purcarete's "Faust" in Edinburgh and contributing to five editions of The Sibiu International Theatre Festival.In his role at Travis Corporate & Events and as a Managing Partner at Safe Travel Agency, George-Alin has demonstrated expertise in managing high-profile events and travel logistics, including the UNITER Awards Gala and the International Festival of Literature and Translations of Iasi (FILIT Iasi). He is also the founder and editor-in-chief of Business Moldova Magazine, a publication dedicated to the business landscape of Moldova.Currently, George-Alin serves as the CEO of Europe NOW DMCs, where he focuses on MICE segment management and strategic client development. Additionally, he holds a position at Rentix Business Relocations, assisting businesses and professionals with relocations to Iași, Romania.A member of several professional associations like Meetings Professionals International, Global Business Travel Association, and SITE, George-Alin is committed to excellence in every facet of his professional endeavors. His multilingual proficiency spans English, French, German, Italian, and Romanian, enhancing his capability to operate on a global scale.