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Anca Vlad, Founder of Fildas-Catena, Awarded at the Forbes Woman Gala 2025

15.04.2025

Mrs. Anca Vlad, founder of Fildas-Catena Group, a leader in the pharmaceutical distribution and retail industry in Romania, was awarded at the Romanian Forbes Woman Gala 2025, a celebration of female leadership.

This edition of the Romanian Forbes Woman Gala was about the courage to lead, the wisdom to listen and the talent to inspire others. The theme of the gala was “Iron Hands in Velvet Gloves”, paying “homage to the ladies who are changing the business world by striking the perfect balance between the strength of a strategic, well thought-out decision and the delicacy of a diplomatic approach”, the organizers said.

“The women we have awarded in this edition come from diverse backgrounds. Whether they are company founders, top executives or come from outside the business world, these women demonstrate that influence is not only about revenue and profit, but also about the ability to generate positive, lasting change. Within this special gala, velvet became a metaphor for elegant and powerful leadership. Balanced and strong, but also sensitive, the women here tonight are an example of authentic and effective leadership that inspires and motivates. We honored their contribution and admired their elegance,” said Forbes Romania magazine.

“We invite to the stage, to your applause, Mrs. Anca Vlad, for several years now the undisputed leader among the most powerful women in Romania,” was the introduction made by Bogdan Miu, the host of the Gala.

“It is an evening of hope and everything I have heard here has inspired me tremendously. Thank you for this award and I am incredibly happy to be part of this group of great people. I wish you all the best for the future. After having served as the President of the Group, I have returned to being a marketing expert—something I’ve always wished for—after handing over the leadership of the company to a man: my son. He is also remarkably empathetic, and this health and beauty business is, I assure you, in good hands,” declared Anca Vlad when the trophy was handed to her.

“It is undeniably an evening of positive, feminine energy—of women who lend their strength, minds, and hearts to making our society better, who are leaders in the workplace and deeply engaged citizens in all aspects of our society,” also stated Raluca Michailov, owner of Forbes Romania.

The gala was preceded by the 14th edition of the Forbes Romania Woman Summit, the most important summit dedicated to female leadership, held at the Bragadiru Palace in Bucharest.

This year’s FORBES WOMAN SUMMIT was dedicated to businesswomen who lead with determination and gentleness, leaders who manage to inspire with the perfect combination of gentle strength and refined firmness. The theme of the discussions was F.I.E.R.C.E. & F.E.M.I.N.I.N.E.! A highlight of the summit was the one-to-one discussion with Anca Vlad, founder of the Fildas-Catena Group, moderated by Raluca Michailov.

Anca Vlad and Ecaterina Vlad look gorgeous on the cover of the new issue of Forbes Woman Romania magazine: about art, in life and in business!

03.12.2024

On the cover of the latest edition of Forbes Woman Romania magazine, Anca Vlad, the founder of Fildas-Catena, and Ecaterina Vlad, her daughter, look gorgeous, united by a common passion: art. For them, art is more than a passion – it is a way of living and seeing life, a form of connection, a refuge in challenging times and a source of inspiration every day. It is the language that unites them, while also being an expression of beauty.

The cover of the magazine was presented in a festive setting at the Good Life Forum, organized by Forbes Woman Romania, at the Bragadiru Palace in Bucharest.

The interviews in this issue with Anca and Ecaterina Vlad tell a fascinating story about art and life. The mother and daughter duo reveal fresh and different perspectives on what it means to create value and see the beauty in the world around you – whether it is family, career, or community.

Presentation of the cover of the latest issue of Forbes Woman Romania magazine

The article is an invitation to discover how creativity and art can transform both a business and your outlook on life.

Anca Vlad and Ecaterina Vlad tell Forbes Woman Romania their shared story about their passion for art, which has defined their personal and professional lives.

An accomplished entrepreneur, as well as a well-known collector, Anca Vlad describes art as more than a passion – a refuge, a source of inspiration and a way of life. Art has been present since her childhood, influenced by her parents, who had a taste for culture and beauty. This love for art has evolved over time into a mission to support artists and promote beauty as a vital resource for the soul.

Ecaterina Vlad, her daughter, grew up in this familiar and familial cultural environment, spending her childhood in museums, galleries, and discussions about art. Her elite education at prestigious institutions such as Yale and New York University’s Institute of Fine Arts gave her a global perspective on art, discovering both the great classics and the contemporary challenges. She advocates for the recognition of undervalued artists, especially women, and emphasizes the importance of diversity in today’s artistic landscape.

Anca and Ecaterina Vlad share their perspective on the importance of art in society, the duty of business people to support culture and their plans for the future, including the opening of a museum and initiatives dedicated to arts education.

This double mother-daughter interview is for art enthusiasts, entrepreneurs or simply those who want to discover two authentic stories!