Pelea Janina
@peleajanina
Crypto and data protection professional specializing in research, KOL partnerships, and compliance.
What I'm looking for
I am a crypto industry professional with hands-on experience in research, market analysis, content creation, and strategic KOL partnerships, focused on driving brand visibility and user engagement. I combine deep blockchain and DeFi knowledge with practical campaign management—from sourcing and negotiating with influencers to setting KPIs and overseeing content quality.
I also serve as a Data Protection Officer, ensuring GDPR compliance, conducting audits, and training staff while acting as liaison with supervisory authorities. My background in legal advising, healthcare data management and business administration supports a disciplined, compliance-first approach to crypto and web3 projects.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Data Protection Officer
Freelance
Dec 2023 - Present (1 year 10 months)
Advises organizations on GDPR compliance, conducts audits of data processing activities, trains staff on privacy practices, and coordinates breach responses with authorities and data subjects.
Crypto KOL Manager
Nexo
Nov 2023 - Present (1 year 11 months)
Builds and optimizes relationships with crypto influencers to increase brand visibility and platform growth; negotiates partnerships, manages campaigns, and oversees content quality and payments.
Crypto & Blockchain Researcher
Freelance
Jun 2022 - Present (3 years 4 months)
Conducts in-depth research and market analysis on DeFi, regulations, and institutional adoption, producing data-driven reports and translating technical concepts into accessible content.
Legal Adviser
Emergency County Hospital Craiova
Jul 2021 - Nov 2023 (2 years 4 months)
Defended the hospital's legal interests, managed recovery of hospitalization expenses, approved legal documents, and acted as Data Protection Correspondent to ensure compliance with patient and employee data regulations.
Medical Secretary
Emergency County Hospital Craiova
Feb 2019 - Jul 2021 (2 years 5 months)
Managed patient records and electronic data submissions, ensured accuracy of clinical documentation, and maintained confidentiality and compliance with data protection regulations.
Senior Housekeeping Supervisor
Macdonald Berystede Hotel & Spa
Sep 2016 - Apr 2018 (1 year 7 months)
Managed housekeeping operations, trained and scheduled staff to maintain high cleanliness standards, audited rooms, and handled guest data in compliance with data protection policies.
Facility Agent
Romanian Commercial Bank
May 2014 - Mar 2015 (10 months)
Coordinated loan amendment and creditor voting processes, managed calculations and distributions for credit repayments and interest, and monitored contractual compliance by borrowers.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Self-taught / Ongoing research
Self-taught, Blockchain and Cryptocurrency
Ongoing self-directed study in Blockchain and Crypto Fundamentals with active industry research and involvement.
Ministry of Education Romania
Data Protection Officer Certification, Data Protection
2024 - 2024
Completed Data Protection Officer certification training focused on GDPR and data protection practices.
Informal School Bucharest
Business Analytics certification, Information Technology / Business Analytics
2024 - 2024
Completed an Information Technology Business Analytics certification program.
University of Craiova
Bachelor of Business Administration, Economics and Business Administration
2022 - 2022
Completed a Bachelor of Business Administration in Economics and Business Administration with professional development in Management.
University of Craiova
Diploma of Higher Education, Law
2015 - 2015
Completed a Diploma of Higher Education in Teaching Staff Training (law) and studies in the Faculty of Law.
National College "Carol I"
Diploma of Higher Education, Mathematics and Information Technology
2011 - 2011
Completed a Diploma of Higher Education in Mathematics and IT.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
Authorized to work in
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