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Erika Casajoana DaunertEC

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About Erika

I am a Brussels-based business development consultant with over two decades of international experience.

Certified as an Export Manager, I have made a deliberate pivot toward international trade—an area I have long engaged with indirectly through my advisory work. I have advised companies, public institutions, and European organizations on public affairs, media strategy, and political positioning—always with a strong focus on cross-border dynamics and long-term relations.

Since 2005, I have worked as an independent consultant, designing and delivering training programs in public affairs and media relations across Europe and beyond. This role has allowed me to travel extensively across four continents, adapt quickly to diverse business cultures, and communicate effectively with stakeholders operating in complex, multilingual environments. My academic teaching activities in Barcelona—on topics such as lobbying and agenda-setting—have further strengthened my ability to anticipate trends, craft persuasive strategies, and translate high-level objectives into tangible actions.

I have served as Deputy Representative of the Government of Catalonia to the EU, where I led a team of 15 professionals in one of the most active regional offices in Brussels. I collaborated closely with exporting companies across sectors—supporting their outreach to EU institutions and Benelux markets.

In 2025, I joined KIKLEGAL, a legal tech start-up based in Brussels, as part of their international development team. Focusing on the Spanish-speaking market, I helped identify business opportunities, especially in the Spanish market.

Fluent in English, French, German, Spanish and Catalan, I also have a working knowledge of Dutch, I bring both linguistic range and cultural sensitivity to client engagement. I am fully available to travel regularly to support client relations, attend trade events, and explore new market potential.
  • English

    Native or bilingual

  • German

    Fluent

  • Catalan

    Native or bilingual

  • French

    Fluent

  • Spanish

    Fluent

  • Dutch

    Conversational

Can work on-site
Bruxelles (up to 50km)

Experience

  • KIKLEGAL
    Chief Operating Officer
    E-COMMERCE
    April 2025 - June 2025 (2 months)
    Brussels, Belgium
    Contributed to the strategy for expansion of this legal-tech start-up to new markets in Europe, especially Spain. I was responsible for a range of business development and operational tasks. I conducted extensive cold calling to potential clients, and setting up follow-up presentations. I carried out market analysis to identify key targets and refine our outreach strategy. I also followed up on leads, ensuring ongoing contact and engagement.

    In addition, I contributed to the creation of marketing materials. I supervised the Spanish translation of both the website and marketing content. I also provided general support to the CEO, assisting with day-to-day tasks and helping to keep projects on track.
    cold calling International Business Development Market Analysis Content Development Support and Multitasking
  • Government of Catalonia
    Deputy Representative to the EU
    PUBLIC SECTOR
    January 2021 - January 2022 (1 year)
    Brussels, Belgium
    Representation of the Government of Catalonia to EU institutions and the Benelux by managing a team of 15 employees. Organization of events in cooperation with the Catalan export and investment promotion agency ACCIÓ to help develop new markets for Catalan companies. Support to Catalan companies in their relations to the EU and the Benelux. Advocacy Catalonia's interests and best practices in the EU. Support to Catalan economic, social and cultural organizations. EU Policy analysis.
    Strategic Communications Cross-Cultural Business Communication Policy Analysis Networking Project Management
  • Casajoana Consulting
    Public Affairs Principal
    DIGITAL AND IT
    January 2004 - January 2021 (17 years)
    Washington, DC, USA
    In this role, I provided communications strategy, media relations, and public affairs advice to governments, corporations, and organizations, helping them effectively reach and influence their targeted audiences. I led workshops on media training and strategic communications for executives and diplomats across multiple regions, tailoring content to their specific needs. Additionally, I lectured at the university level on subjects such as lobbying, public administration, and agenda-setting, sharing practical insights with students.

    I was responsible for writing and supervising a range of communications materials, ensuring they aligned with clients’ objectives. My work spanned four continents, giving me hands-on experience collaborating with both multilateral organizations and corporations in diverse cultural and professional contexts. This international exposure strengthened my ability to adapt strategies to different audiences and operational environments.
    Strategic Communications Content Development E-learning Enseignement supérieur Media Relations

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Education

  • Course "Export Manager"
    Bruxelles Formation
    2025
    Course "Export Manager"
  • Master of International Affairs
    Columbia University
    1997
    Master of International Affairs

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