Irina Efanova

Irina Efanova is a communications executive with over 18 years of experience in the healthcare sector, focusing on corporate communications and employee engagement. Currently serving as the Director of Communications at AstraZeneca Asia, they lead communications across nine markets, enhancing corporate reputation and employee engagement. Previously, they held various senior roles, including Communications Manager at Abbott and Regional Head of Communications at Alcon, where they successfully developed and implemented strategic communications initiatives. Irina is also an active member of professional organizations, including PRCA APAC and Great Women in PR. They earned a Master's degree in International and Intercultural Communication from Lomonosov Moscow State University.