Foteini Bampanara
Athens,I
Summary
Dynamic corporate affairs leader with a proven track at Novartis, exceling in trust and reputation management. Expert in crisis management and stakeholder engagement, I spearheaded campaigns that positioned the company among the top pharma voices, achieving recognition in Fortune's 'Most Admired Companies'. Passionate about corporate responsibility and ESG initiatives, contributed to enhance brand equity, culture and impact
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Country Head of Comms & Patient Advocacy (GR-CY-ML
Novartis
01.2015 - 06.2025
- Rebuilt and enhanced company reputation and growth in complex environment.
- Strengthened stakeholder trust by embedding ESG principles and ensuring regulatory compliance.
- Developed and implemented corporate affairs campaigns, positioning company among top 3 pharma voices.
- Represented company in trade associations to influence industry standards and practices.
- Achieved recognition in Fortune 'Most Admired Companies' top 5 ranking from 2015-2024.
- Received EVP: Top Employer Award (2020-2024) and Great Place to Work accolade (2024).
- Led successful therapy launches in Dermatology, Cardiovascular, and Breast Cancer, contributing to global blockbuster sales.
- Coordinated ESG council as first pharma company in Greece to present ESG strategy for 2025-2030.
Communications Lead South, East, Russia, Central Europe (SERCE)
Novartis
01.2023 - 05.2024
- Led a team of 12 associates across multiple countries, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Managed crisis situations in Russia and Israel, ensuring stability and continuity.
- Executed impactful breast cancer campaign, establishing company as No1 in Share of Voice versus competition.
- Developed over 10 high-potential talents for senior communications roles within the organization.
Corporate Affairs & Global Health Communications
Novartis
12.2021 - 10.2022
- Transformative access programs to underserved populations in Asia and LaCAn.
- Access program for Mongolia included in the 2024 Access To Medicines Index (ATMI)
General Manager
H+K Strategies Athens
01.2011 - 01.2015
- Drove performance and profitability of $2.5 million consultancy within WPP Group.
- Managed client services, new business development, marketing, talent management for 14 staff members, and financial oversight.
- Advised corporate affairs for Nestle, P&G, and Athenian Brewery accounts.
- Oversaw strategic communications for notable clients including Athenian Brewery/Heineken, P&G, and Citibank.
General Manager
Progressive PR
01.2004 - 01.2011
- Independent boutique public relations consultancy.
Corporate Affairs Supervisor
KANTOR
01.2004 - 12.2004
- Advisory Professionals.
Group Account Director
THE ROWLAND COMPANY
01.1999 - 12.2003
- International PR agency affiliated with Saatchi & Saatchi and Publicis Group.
Education
MSc. - Marketing and Communication
Athens University of Economics And Business (AUEB)
Athens, GreeceBA - Classical Archeology and History of Art
Athens University
Athens, GreeceSkills
- Trust and reputation management
- Corporate communications
- Executive communications
- Crisis management
- Media relations
- Environmental, social, and governance (ESG)
- Corporate responsibility
- Public affairs and policy communications
- Sponsorship management
- Stakeholder engagement
Certification
- Data, value and people in the Age of AI, IMD workshop
- Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership, in progress
- The Boardroom Greece: Board education & readiness, in progress
Honors Memberships
- CSR Manager of The Year finalist 2023
- EASE (Association of Chief Executive Officers)
- Thought Leaders Club
- The Boardroom, Greece
- Corporate Affairs Professional Association (CAPA)
Languages
- English, fluent
- French, fluent
- Italian, conversational
- German, basic
Timeline
Communications Lead South, East, Russia, Central Europe (SERCE)
Novartis
01.2023 - 05.2024
Corporate Affairs & Global Health Communications
Novartis
12.2021 - 10.2022
Country Head of Comms & Patient Advocacy (GR-CY-ML
Novartis
01.2015 - 06.2025
General Manager
H+K Strategies Athens
01.2011 - 01.2015
General Manager
Progressive PR
01.2004 - 01.2011
Corporate Affairs Supervisor
KANTOR
01.2004 - 12.2004
Group Account Director
THE ROWLAND COMPANY
01.1999 - 12.2003
MSc. - Marketing and Communication
Athens University of Economics And Business (AUEB)
BA - Classical Archeology and History of Art
Athens University
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