Mariia Markova is a highly experienced communications and event management professional with over 25 years in the field. She is known for her attention to detail, creative approach to public relations, and strong skills in media relations, social media, budgeting, and event planning. She also works as a business coach, helping others grow their professional skills.

Alongside her business career, Mariia has spent the past eight years teaching and publishing research, actively developing her academic profile. She holds degrees in natural sciences and psychology/pedagogy, as well as an MBA in Marketing from the Berlin School of Business and Innovation. Currently, she is pursuing a PhD at the Faculty of Business Administration and Economics at Eastern Mediterranean University in Cyprus.