Katarína Mathernová is the European Union Ambassador to Ukraine, with extensive experience in senior roles at the European Commission, the World Bank, and the Government of Slovakia. She served as Deputy Director General of DG NEAR and Head of the European Commission’s Support Group for Ukraine. Her career highlights include significant contributions to regional policies and urban, economic advisory, and legal practice in the US. Recognized for her work with Eastern Partnership countries and beyond, she has been honored by leaders in Ukraine, Moldova, and Lithuania.