iO Partners announces the appointment of Andrei Văcaru as Managing Director for Romania

iO Partners is entering a new leadership chapter in Romania with the appointment of Andrei Văcaru as Managing Director from 1/1/2026. After a transition period with Andrei till year end, Vlad Stanislav will take some time off before pursuing new opportunities. We wish him every success in his new endeavors, and we thank him for his contribution over the years.

Andrei’s appointment marks a natural evolution for someone who has been part of the company’s backbone for 18 years. He is one of the most consistent reference points for colleagues and clients alike, throughout every phase of the organization’s evolution, from its JLL heritage to the formation and growth of iO Partners. His experience spans multiple market cycles, structural shifts and strategic transitions, giving him a deep understanding of how the business operates and what it needs to perform at its best.

Throughout the last two and a half years, his leadership of the CEE Capital Markets team has redefined the company’s position in the region. Under his guidance, the team delivered its strongest results to date, completed landmark transactions across multiple markets and asset classes, grew revenue at an unprecedented pace, and built the reputation that now places iO Partners at the forefront of investment advisory in Romania and among the top players in CEE.

Andrei will continue to lead the CEE Capital Markets team while taking on his new role, further supporting our regional experts and facilitating cross border capital flows.

Beyond performance, Andrei has been instrumental in establishing iO Partners as a recognized regional brand, helping transform a new identity into a name trusted by global and local investors alike.

He brings into the role a long-standing connection with JLL. Having built his career inside the global platform and maintained close collaboration ever since, Andrei understands both operating models in depth. He is the bridge that aligns values and execution between iO Partners and JLL, a link that is a strategic advantage for clients in a setup that relies on balancing independence with partnership.

“Andrei has shaped this organization in ways few people have, and his judgment has been a stabilizing force through every transition we’ve gone through”, said Charles Boudet, CEO of iO Partners. “His appointment brings the continuity and market understanding we need as we move into the next phase of growth.”

"Stepping into this role feels like a natural continuation of the work we’ve been building for many years. I’ve worked through many stages of this company’s development, and that perspective helps me understand what differentiates us and what makes us strong. We have skilled people, solid partnerships and a clear direction. My focus now is to bring stability where it’s needed and pace where it matters”, said Andrei Văcaru, Managing Director of iO Partners Romania.