Kristina Vaneva is an employee experience professional and thought leader based in the UAE, with over two decades of experience shaping meaningful workplace cultures through engagement and internal communication.
 

Her work focuses on helping organisations move beyond surface-level engagement toward purpose-led employee experiences that drive retention, performance, and positive organisational change. Known for translating business strategy into clear, human-centred communication, Kristina brings a practical and impact-driven lens to the employee experience conversation.

Kristina is the author of Beyond Employee Engagement, a guide for leaders, managers, and HR professionals navigating the evolving world of work. Through her writing and practice, she explores how culture, communication, and leadership intersect to create workplaces where both people and organisations thrive.
 

As a contributor to Employee Happiness Daily, Kristina shares insights drawn from real-world experience, global perspectives, and her ongoing work with organisations across the region, challenging conventional thinking and spotlighting what truly shapes meaningful employee and customer experiences.