Gabriel Pleșa - (Mayor of Alba Iulia), Author at COGITO

Gabriel Pleșa - (Mayor of Alba Iulia)

Gabriel Pleșa is the Mayor of Alba Iulia, Romania, a role he has held since 2020. He has a background in public administration and business and has been involved in local development and public service for many years. Under his leadership, the city became a national reference for sustainable urban development. He led major European-funded projects in mobility, digitalisation, and skills development. He also contributes to OECD and EU platforms on intermediary cities. As mayor, he focuses on urban development, attracting investments, and improving public services. He also works on strengthening the city’s role in education and innovation, including support for dual education systems. Under his leadership, Alba Iulia continues to stand out as a modern, forward-looking city with strong administrative, educational, and private sector ties.

Reading Time: 4 minutesThousands travel into Alba Iulia daily for work, school and services, while rural businesses supply food, goods and visitors that strengthen the city in return. The relationship runs both ways. What lessons can be drawn on building skills, mobility and collaboration between rural and urban communities?