Katerina Budinova
About Katerina Budinova
Katerina Budinova is a Business and Sustainability Manager at Crane Co., specializing in Variable Volume Systems and NABIC across the UK, Europe, and MEA. She holds an MBA from Cambridge Business School and has extensive experience in product management, operations, and leadership, along with a commitment to community well-being through her role as a trustee for Suffolk Mind.
Work at Crane Co
Katerina Budinova has been employed at Crane Co. since 2018. She currently holds the position of Business & Sustainability Manager for Variable Volume Systems and NABIC, focusing on the UK, Europe, and MEA regions. In this role, she collaborates with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to ensure product quality and performance aligns with company objectives. Additionally, she serves as Product Manager for Variable Flow & Complementary products in high growth regions, contributing to the company's innovation and sustainability efforts.
Education and Expertise
Katerina Budinova has a diverse educational background. She studied Mechanical Engineering at Czech Technical University in Prague and obtained a Bachelor of Applied Science in Manufacturing Engineering from The Open University Business School. She furthered her education by pursuing an MBA in Management and Leadership at Cambridge Business School, expected to complete in 2024. Additionally, she completed an Executive Course in Business Sustainability Management at the University of Cambridge and studied CMI Leadership and Management at the Chartered Management Institute.
Background
Before joining Crane Co., Katerina Budinova worked at Hubbard Products Ltd as Production & Operations Manager for seven years, from 2011 to 2018. She also had a brief role at chapmanbdsp as a Support for Engineers and Document Controller in 2007. Her career has been marked by a focus on operational management and sustainability, reflecting her commitment to these areas throughout her professional journey.
Achievements
Katerina Budinova is a published author of two children's books aimed at inspiring curiosity and exploration. She is the founder and CEO of Women Front Network, where she leads initiatives to empower women through mentorship programs, networking events, and advocacy efforts. Additionally, she serves as a trustee for Suffolk Mind, a mental health charity dedicated to improving community well-being, highlighting her commitment to social responsibility.