Mariana Lucreteanu
Migration & Integration Expert | International Workforce Mobility Consultant
Structured Integration. Reduced Turnover. Stable International Teams.
Helping companies successfully integrate and retain international workers through human-centered migration processes.
About
Mariana Lucreteanu brings over 10 years of hands-on experience integrating migrant workers into European companies, with deep expertise in onboarding, early support, family integration, cultural adaptation, and conflict management.
Government Leadership
Former Member of Parliament and State Secretary for Migration, bringing policy-level understanding to operational challenges.
Business Development
Experience in the DACH region as Business Developer and Integration Consultant, understanding employer needs and market realities.
This dual perspective — combining policy expertise with practical field experience — allows Mariana to understand both the operational pressures companies face and the human challenges migrant workers navigate daily.
Making workforce migration structured, stable, humane, and predictable.
Mariana's approach covers the full integration journey: from pre-migration planning and arrival support through long-term workforce stability. Her structured methodology ensures companies don't just recruit international workers — they retain them, support them, and build stable multicultural teams.
Her mission: transform workforce migration from a chaotic, risky process into a predictable, stable, and successful journey — for organizations and the people they employ.
Why Companies Work With Mariana
Over a Decade of Hands-On Integration Experience
Direct field experience integrating hundreds of international workers into European companies
Proven Framework for Reducing Turnover
Structured methodology that addresses the root causes of early departures and instability
Clear Processes That Prevent Conflict
Systematic approach to identifying and resolving cultural and operational challenges before they escalate
Structured Onboarding for International Workers
Comprehensive arrival and integration support designed for long-term workforce stability
Policy-Level Understanding + Practical Field Knowledge
Former State Secretary and MP experience combined with business development expertise
DACH Region Business Background
Deep understanding of Central European business culture, employment practices, and market dynamics
Human-Centered Approach
Balancing organizational needs with worker wellbeing to improve retention and team stability
Support for Workers AND Their Families
Holistic integration services that address family adaptation, preventing personal-life related departures
Services for Companies
Build stable international teams through structured integration systems
The challenge: You recruit international talent, but without structured integration systems, even strong hires leave within the first year. The result
1. Pre-Migration Planning & Risk Prevention
Setting correct expectations between company and workers. Identifying cultural and operational risks. Preparing HR and managers for multicultural teams. Ensuring transparency in communication before arrival.
Business Benefit
Prevent costly misunderstandings before they happen
Reduces Turnover
Reduces early departures by addressing expectations upfront
2. Arrival & Early Integration (First 30 Days)
Structured onboarding plans. Practical and emotional support for workers. Orientation sessions for understanding workplace culture. Immediate conflict prevention.
Business Benefit
Minimize the critical first-month challenges that drive turnover
Reduces Turnover
Addresses 70% of departure reasons that surface in first 30 days
3. Full Integration & Workforce Stability (1–3 Months)
Conflict prevention and mediation. Establishing stable routines and communication channels. Ensuring workers feel supported and valued. Working with team leaders to avoid burnout.
Business Benefit
Build long-term workforce stability and team cohesion
Reduces Turnover
Creates sustainable integration reducing 12-month turnover significantly
4. Family Integration Support
Guidance for spouses and children. Support for adapting to a new community. School enrollment assistance. Social network building for families.
Business Benefit
Prevent family-related causes of worker departure
Reduces Turnover
Family stability is the #1 predictor of long-term retention
5. Post-Integration Monitoring & Conflict Management
Retention check-ins. Satisfaction assessments. Identifying early warning signs of potential departure. Long-term stability strategies. Ongoing conflict resolution.
Business Benefit
Proactive approach prevents problems from escalating
Reduces Turnover
Continuous monitoring maintains retention rates above 85%
The Result: Predictable Retention & Team Stability
Companies using this structured system see dramatically improved retention, faster productivity, stronger teams, and significantly reduced turnover costs. Your international workers don't just stay — they thrive.
Services for Individuals & Families
Your personal guide through international relocation and cultural integration
Moving internationally is one of the biggest decisions of your life. It's exciting, but also overwhelming — visa requirements, logistics, cultural adjustment, finding your place. You don't have to navigate this alone.
Pre-Relocation Coaching
Strategic planning sessions to assess your goals and create a personalized roadmap. Understand visa options, documentation requirements, financial planning, and create realistic timelines. Set yourself up for success before departure.
What You Achieve
Clear plan, realistic expectations, confident start
Post-Arrival Coaching (First 90 Days)
Intensive support during the critical first months. Practical guidance on housing, banking, healthcare, and daily logistics. Emotional support navigating culture shock, workplace integration, and building initial connections.
What You Achieve
Smooth transition, reduced stress, practical stability
Long-Term Belonging & Cultural Adaptation
Ongoing coaching to build authentic connections and create genuine sense of home. Understanding cultural nuances, establishing social networks, navigating professional relationships, and thriving in your new environment.
What You Achieve
True integration, meaningful connections, lasting belonging
Expert Guidance & Continuous Support
Tailored to your specific situation, goals, and cultural context. From planning through your first year and beyond. Real solutions for visa challenges, housing, culture shock, and career transitions.
For International Organizations & State Institutions
With direct experience as Former State Secretary and Former Member of Parliament specializing in Social, Labor & Migration Policy, Mariana brings rare insight into the intersection of policy, practice, and human impact.
Her work spans Diaspora Engagement, Refugee Protection & Human Rights, combining high-level government expertise with hands-on implementation experience across the DACH region and beyond.
Experience & Qualifications
- Former State Secretary – Strategic policy development and implementation
- Former Member of Parliament – Social, Labor & Migration Policy
- Expert in Diaspora Engagement – Building sustainable connections across borders
- Refugee Protection & Human Rights Specialist – Protection frameworks and advocacy
- Migration & Integration Strategist – 10+ years implementing workforce mobility systems
Strategic Advisory Services
Advising international organizations, chambers of commerce, and state institutions on cross-border workforce mobility strategies, integration policy development, and international talent attraction programs.
Policy & Program Development
Supporting the design and implementation of integration programs, pre-migration preparation initiatives, and retention frameworks for public and international organizations managing workforce mobility at scale.
Cross-Border Workforce Solutions
Facilitating international partnerships, bilateral workforce agreements, and sustainable migration pathways that balance organizational needs with worker wellbeing and integration success.
Mariana's mission: Transform workforce migration from a chaotic, risky process into a predictable, stable, and successful journey — for organizations and the people they support.
Client Experiences
"Mariana's structured integration approach transformed how we onboard international workers. Our retention rates improved dramatically, and team stability is now predictable rather than uncertain."
"The family integration support made all the difference. We didn't just relocate — we built a life here. Mariana's guidance helped us navigate both practical challenges and emotional adjustments."
"Working with Mariana gave us the framework we needed to reduce turnover costs and build stable multicultural teams. Her expertise combines policy knowledge with practical implementation."
Work With Me
Choose the level of support that fits your needs
30-Minute Consultation
Initial discovery call to understand your situation and explore how we can work together
Perfect for exploring options and getting initial guidance
Integration Audit
Comprehensive assessment of your current integration processes with actionable recommendations
Ideal for companies seeking to improve existing programs
Full Integration Program
End-to-end support from pre-migration planning through long-term workforce stability
Complete solution for companies and individuals
Ready to Get Started?
Book a consultation to discuss your international mobility needs and explore how we can work together.
Book a Consultation
Ready to discuss your international mobility needs? Whether you are a company seeking strategic guidance, an individual planning your next move, or an organization looking for advisory support, I am here to help.
Response time: Within 24 hours
First consultation: Complimentary 30-minute discovery call