Alina Ionescu
About Alina Ionescu
Alina Ionescu serves as the Chief People Officer at SITA, a position she has held since 2020. She has a background in human resources, having previously worked as HR Director Europe at SITA and HR Advisor at IATA.
Current Role as Chief People Officer
Alina Ionescu serves as the Chief People Officer at SITA, a position she has held since 2020. In this role, she oversees the human resources strategy and initiatives for the organization. Her responsibilities include enhancing employee engagement, fostering a diverse workplace, and implementing talent management programs. Ionescu's leadership in this position is pivotal in shaping the company culture and aligning HR practices with organizational goals.
Previous Experience at SITA
Before her current role, Alina Ionescu worked at SITA in various capacities. She served as the HR Director for Europe from 2017 to 2020, where she focused on regional HR strategies. Additionally, she held the position of Head of HR & Organisational Development from 2016 to 2020. Her tenure at SITA spanned four years, during which she contributed to significant HR initiatives in the Geneva Area, Switzerland.
Education and Expertise
Alina Ionescu has a strong educational background. She studied at the University of Lausanne, where she earned a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from 1998 to 2002. She then pursued a Master's degree in Economics at Université de Neuchâtel, completing her studies from 2002 to 2004. Additionally, she has been studying at IMD since 2021, focusing on leadership development. This combination of education equips her with a diverse skill set in human resources and organizational development.
Early Career at IATA
Alina Ionescu began her career as an HR Advisor at the International Air Transport Association (IATA) from 2004 to 2005. During her one-year tenure, she gained valuable experience in human resources within the aviation sector. This early role laid the foundation for her subsequent positions in HR, including her impactful work at SITA.