Radu Sticlea is a cultural curator, artist, and producer. Their work journey began with a focus on highlighting contemporary culture from Central & Eastern Europe while researching and curating the New East—primarily showcasing emerging artists and experimental works from the CEE. He is the President of OKNA Cultural Association for East European Contemporary Culture and the founding director of BEAST – Festival of Eastern European Film in Portugal. Since January 2024, Radu has been serving as PR & Communications Manager for the European Roma Institute for Arts and Culture.