Bineta holds a Master’s in International Cooperation and Solidarity (2021) with 3+ years of experience in project support. She has worked with the French Red Cross, Secours Populaire Français, and Conseil Departemental of Seine-et-Marne. Currently, she supports inclusive economic development projects at Expertise France.
Charles has more than 20 years of experience in public policies, regional development and international cooperation, including two long-term assignments in Eastern Europe as an advisor of a foreign government or as a diplomat. Before joining EU4Innovation East he was serving in the Transfer & Innovation Department of one of the largest French public research institute.
Cristina brings 9 years of experience in grant management, finance, and project coordination across HR and the private sector. She handles budgets, reporting, and compliance to ensure donor-funded programs are delivered effectively with clear communication among stakeholders.
With 10+ years of experience in international projects, public administration, and legal affairs, Ekaterine has supported EU-funded projects, providing administrative coordination, financial oversight, and stakeholder engagement. Fluent in four languages, she has legal and administrative expertise in aviation, public service, and international relations.
Ionela champions tech entrepreneurship and talent growth, leading startup and education initiatives. With experience in EU, USAID, and World Bank funded projects, including Moldova Competitiveness and EU4Digital, she advances the local tech ecosystem, aligning it with EU standards.
Julia is a versatile professional with 7+ years of experience in project facilitation, translation, and business operations. As a Project Assistant, she ensures smooth communication, stakeholder coordination, and efficiency in EU-funded projects. Fluent in five languages, she excels in logistics, finance, and multilingual workflows.
Julien has 20+ years of experience in strategy and development, collaborating with public and private sectors across Europe, South America, Africa, and the Middle East. He specializes in innovation, strategic planning, and internationalization. Fluent in six languages, he has worked with Expertise France for over eight years and is currently the Director of the EU4Innovation East Project.
Ketevan has 10+ years of experience in accounting and auditing with local and international organizations. She specializes in financial accounting and auditing, focusing on expenditure verification for EU-funded projects. As Project Assistant, she coordinates communication with stakeholders and enhances project efficiency. She holds a Master’s in Public Administration.
Ketevan Sidamonidze, Founder of Venture Georgia, is a leader in Georgia’s startup scene with 15+ years of experience in innovation, investment and global partnerships. An ESADE grad, she has worked with USAID, EBRD, GITA, driving startup growth and impact across the Eastern Partnership region and beyond.
Nejdeh has over 30 years of experience in strategic design, design thinking, branding, and entrepreneurship across three countries. Before joining EU4Innovation East, he spent six years as Assistant Director of EPIC at AUA, guiding Armenian startups and designing programs. He also teaches innovation and entrepreneurship.
Nino Gulbiani is an experienced grants manager specializing in donor-funded programs. She ensures compliance, transparency, and impactful outcomes across the entire grant lifecycle – from proposal to reporting – making her a vital asset in successfully executing international
development projects.
With over 15 years of experience in communication, including 10 in communication for development, Olesea is a member of the Chartered Institute of Public Relations and an advocate for inclusive practices. She believes effective communication and innovation are essential for creating lasting, positive change.
Tamar is a Monitoring and Evaluation specialist with 15+ years of experience in projects development. She has built M&E systems, led evaluations and is a certified ILO evaluation manager. A member of professional networks in Georgia and Ukraine, she focuses on integrating quasi-experiments in evaluations.
Teona has 10+ years of experience in finance, accounting, and auditing with international NGOs and private firms. She manages finances for large donor projects, ensures compliance, oversees teams, and supports procurement and administration. She holds a Master’s Degree in Finance.
Tanya has has 20 years of experience in multinationals, nonprofits and government projects including Coca-Cola, OSCE, UNICEF, Visa, USAID and GIZ. She led Ukraine’s Export Office, supported economic reforms, and managed EU/US/CAN-funded projects in Ukraine and Tajikistan across public and private sectors.
Yannick Gaudin holds Master’s degrees from Sciences Po Lyon, Université Dauphine and Mines ParisTech. Since 2011, he has worked with ECLAC, the French Embassy, and the UN on economic and innovation policies in Latin America. In 2024, he joined Expertise France as Project Officer for EU4Innovation East.