As a business professional with over 25 years of experience, I have developed deep expertise in Business Projects, particularly in the realms of IT and Innovation. My academic path includes degrees in Computer Science and Finance, and I have furthered my education with an Executive MBA. I'm also proud to hold a PMP certification among other professional qualifications, reflecting my commitment to continuous learning and career advancement.

My professional journey includes:

• Nearly 10 years in programming and leading software development teams.
• A decade in top executive roles, such as CTO, CMO, and CEO.
• Over 15 years spent in the creation and development of businesses. More than six years of teaching at esteemed institutions like the Higher School of Economics, Leiden University, and the State Pedagogical University.

I believe that the blend of technical knowledge, executive management experience, and a passion for teaching and learning is key to my approach to leading and inspiring my team.

Lived, worked and studied in Russia, Sweden, USA, Israel and Netherlands.
Dynamic creative entrepreneur with a proven track record in co-founding and optimizing businesses across diverse sectors education, design, prefab houses, INFOsec, and HORECA with a sharp focus on measurable outcomes and comprehensive implementations.

Renowned for strategic leadership, innovative project management, and cultivating impactful partnerships.
Exceptional in team supervision, driving initiatives, and fostering product innovation.

ROLE
CEO, Program manager, Co-Managing Partner InspireXchange
also Co-founder, CEO and Business Developer | Bear Grid B.V., Netherlands, The Hague
EDUCATION / QUALIFIATIONS

• St. Petersburg, SPBSU – History of Business and Management, 2011
• St.Petersburg Stock Exchange University, Certified SE Trader, 2011
• St. Petersburg, NRU HSE – Social Project Manager, 2014
• St. Petersburg / Cleveland – Lehava Community Leadership Manager, 2014
• Stockholm, Paideia Private Institute at Sweden – Professional Analyst for Texts, Civilizations and Cultures, 2017
• Jerusalem, Yad Vashem // Hebrew University – Immersive Educator, 2017
• Los Angeles – BCI of American Jewish University, Experimental Project Manager, 2017
• Tel Aviv, Museum of the Jewish People ANU – Stakeholders and Sponsors Partnerships Building Manager, 2018

Professional achievements
Established and launched dozens of businesses such as Stock Exchange Educational Courses, BOXMATE pre-fab houses, INFOSEC startups, Private Consulting Agency and now working on Launch InspireXchange accelerator.
****Successfully orchestrated investment scheme for BOXMATE, developing it from scratch and secured $1.5 mln for business development as well delivering ROI 72% for some of the clients from conservative real estate with impressive average 40% ROI.
Helped to fundrise and secure $10+ mln for different projects, StartUps and businesses.
Mission and values
*"If I am not for myself, who will be for me? And when I am for myself, what am I? And if not now, when?"
rav Hillel*

Svitlana is an experienced program manager and facilitator with a strong background in innovation, entrepreneurship, and community building. With over five years of experience, she has successfully designed and delivered startup support programs, international hackathons, and incubators that have accelerated the growth of impact-driven ventures.

She has worked extensively with startups, helping over 70 early-stage companies develop their business models and strategies. Her expertise includes stakeholder engagement, program design, and facilitating workshops on entrepreneurship and innovation.
Passionate about societal impact, Svitlana has also co-founded initiatives supporting youth education and sustainability. Fluent in multiple languages, she thrives in diverse environments, bringing a human-centered approach to empowering entrepreneurs and changemakers.

Selfmade entrepreneur.
Co-founder and Head of Growth.
For over 15 years I have worked in marketing communications and advertising in Russia. But I wanted more and I started my own business. My first brainchild was an online organic soap shop, then I founded a web and design studio. But at the age of 35, I decided to take a chance and abandoned everything I had, to go to the Netherlands to create a startup.

With my huge pool of unique knowledge that can help many people move to another country, my business partner and I decided to create the Hello Move migration platform. And we have created a unique system for going through the migration process on our own without the need to use a lawyer. Isn't that excellent? Huh?

A data-driven strategist and startup program coordinator with a strong background in data analysis, market research, and financial modeling.
Passionate about entrepreneurship and innovation, Olga is also developing her own startup, combining analytical expertise with hands-on experience in the startup ecosystem.

My educational background in Finance and Psychology uniquely positions me to understand not just financial systems, but also the financial behavior of people and economic decision-making of individuals. This blend of knowledge allows me to approach financial analysis with a keen eye on how human behavior influences economic trends.
My passion for entrepreneurship stems from a deep admiration for the resilience and creativity of entrepreneurs. Inspired by Jules Verne's 'The Mysterious Island' since childhood, I've always been fascinated by the concept of building new worlds from the ground up.

In addition to my professional pursuits, I'm always open to discussing everything from the nuances of human psychology to the latest TV series. For me, relaxation comes from traveling, engaging in storytelling, and taking strolls through the city, where I find inspiration and a fresh perspective on life.

David Mamporia is a seasoned marketing professional with over a decade of experience in digital advertising, marketing strategy, and project management.
He has successfully launched startups, including BDR Academy, where he led the marketing strategy from the ground up, achieving measurable success in student acquisition and brand building.
David has managed high-budget campaigns for global clients, optimized advertising funnels, and improved conversion rates across platforms like Google Ads, Meta Ads, and LinkedIn Ads. Fluent in multiple languages and skilled in analytics, his expertise includes end-to-end analytics integration, funnel optimization, and partnership building.

UX/UI designer here 👋🏻

I love blending creativity with business expertise. Always learning in this dynamic field, I find joy in making user-friendly and beautiful interfaces. Beyond UX/UI design, I'm into photography and psychology. I’ve spent more than 11 years practicing photography, constantly finding ways to improve.

• ExperienceDeveloped more than 200 MVP designs to demonstrate the functionality of future startup products, having only idea at the beginning
• Designed more than 1000 slides for pitch decks, starting with only drafts
• Fully packed visuals for brands from ideas of logo to websites and social media accounts, including development of unique design systems

I specialize in fundraising, validation, strategy, go-to-market (GTM) strategies, and business development. My academic foundation is in Economics, where I earned both my Bachelor's and Master's degrees.

A professional in the venture and startup ecosystem, I've had the opportunity to contribute in various capacities: as a Venture Partner at Republic, a Venture Developer at Whizz, and as a Mentor at Techstars and Neonvest.

My entrepreneurial journey includes being a 2x founder with successful fundraising experiences. I've also served as an Entrepreneur-in-Residence (EiR) at Antler in Amsterdam and at Beam Ventures in Berlin. I had assisted over 10 startups in securing pre-seed, seed, and series A funding as well.

I am a staunch advocate of the Lean Startup methodology, emphasizing the stages of ideation, validation, implementation, and reflection. My mission statement centers around creating deep, emotional connections with the target audience during the problem interview phase.

Outside of my professional life, I am an avid fan of road trips, immersing myself in nature, playing football, and testing startup hypotheses. These activities not only fuel my creativity but also keep me grounded and connected to the world around me.

Tags/Focus: Fundraising, Pitch Deck, Validation, GTM, Strategy, Business Development
Project 1: Supported pre-seed European startup to raise funding from early-stage VC
Project 2: Suported U.S. startup in its seed-stage funding round
Project 3: Suported U.S. startup to sign partnership with TOP-5 delivery company
Project 4: Supported series A startup in its fundraising round
Project 5: Validated 2 internal startup hypotheses for a German venture studio

Communications and media intern

Communications and media intern