Krisztina Than
About Krisztina Than
Krisztina Than serves as the Deputy Bureau Chief for Central and Eastern Europe at Thomson Reuters, a position she has held since 2017. With a strong background in journalism and education, she has worked at Thomson Reuters in various roles since 2000 and has studied at several universities, including Eötvös Loránd University and Budapest College for Foreign Trade.
Current Role at Thomson Reuters
Krisztina Than serves as the Deputy Bureau Chief for Central and Eastern Europe at Thomson Reuters, a position she has held since 2017. Based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, she oversees news coverage and reporting in the region. Her extensive experience in journalism and her deep understanding of Central and Eastern European affairs contribute to her leadership role in the bureau.
Previous Experience at Thomson Reuters
Before becoming Deputy Bureau Chief, Krisztina Than worked as the Chief Correspondent for Hungary at Thomson Reuters from 2008 to 2023. In this role, she reported on significant events and developments in Hungary, providing insights and analysis. Additionally, she served as a Correspondent for Hungary from 2000 to 2008, where she built a strong foundation in news reporting and regional expertise.
Education and Academic Background
Krisztina Than holds a Master of Arts degree in Russian Language and Literature, as well as English, from Eötvös Loránd University. She also studied Economics at Budapest College for Foreign Trade, earning a Bachelor's degree. Her academic pursuits included a brief study at the University of Edinburgh, focusing on Teaching English. This diverse educational background supports her proficiency in languages and her understanding of economic issues.
Early Career at Dow Jones Newswires
Krisztina Than began her journalism career at Dow Jones Newswires, where she worked as a Reporter from 1999 to 2000. This role provided her with foundational experience in financial and economic reporting, which has been beneficial throughout her career in various positions within Thomson Reuters.