With a background in electrical engineering and business, I have extensive experience in business development and strategic leadership across industries like power tools, automotive, small engines and li-ion batteries. I served as a MiG-21 aircraft mechanic during my military service, contributed to Black & Decker's professional power tools rebranding to DeWalt in Europe, and expanded Erich Jaeger’s Czech plant production share sold to CEE customers from zero to 25% in six years. At Briggs & Stratton Power division, I advanced After Sales operations and grew Vanguard engine sales. In the recently formed Electrification division, I supported equipment manufacturers in adopting efficient electric solutions in the early phase of the energy transition.He who stops being better stops being good. In today’s fast-changing world, learning new things has to be seen as something that never stops. Like when sailing against the wind. If you are not good enough in how to go forward, you will suddenly find yourself going backward. Never stop improving.
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Chief Commercial OfficerPrague LionsCzechia -
Business Development Manager Electrification / Rental EmeaBriggs & Stratton Mar 2022 - PresentMilwaukee, Wi, UsSupporting OEM customers to overcome the challenges of transitioning to electrified power in commercial and rental applications and growing the Vanguard presence further in these domains. -
Operations Manager CzBriggs & Stratton Jun 2008 - PresentMilwaukee, Wi, UsAssuring the effective and efficient operation of the subsidiary incl. budget, payroll, HR related issues and representing the subsidiary within the scope of signature and negotiating authority. Supporting and managing the establishment, implementation and adherence of policies and procedures which allow adequate financial controls, expense management, legal compliance and personnel planning. Supporting the subsidiary employees and providing leadership, counsel and advice as needed. -
Electrification Lead EmeaBriggs & Stratton Mar 2019 - Feb 2022Milwaukee, Wi, UsLeading the Electrification introduction following the launch of Vanguard commercial lithium-ion batteries. Coordinating and communicating at the EMEA level while being the EMEA voice to the Electrification platform and Power Application Center teams. Supporting the EMEA Sales team until we understand the business opportunity and are staffed accordingly. -
Sales Executive Cee / UkraineBriggs & Stratton Jul 2017 - Feb 2022Milwaukee, Wi, UsNavigating OEM customers and the team of sales representatives through the dynamic environment of the company’s change in ownership, the global pandemic environment market headwinds, and the company’s strategic repositioning by acceleration of Commercial Power engine growth and margin expansion in Consumer engines, and by diversification beyond the turf care market in industry segments such as chore, agriculture, construction, portable power or fire & rescue. -
Oem Sales Manager Cee / After Sales Manager Central EuropeBriggs & Stratton Sep 2011 - Jun 2017Milwaukee, Wi, UsManaging and expanding the profitable sale of Consumer and Commercial Power engines through consultative selling to OEM customers, developing business partnerships with new and existing customers while managing and leading a team of sales representatives, and coordinating activities related to importers and distributors. In an effort to improve the After Sales focus in Eastern Europe, we're splitting the CEE into three smaller regions: Central Europe, Poland, and the Balkans, and adding two new After Sales managers. -
Oem & After Sales Manager CeeBriggs & Stratton Jun 2008 - Aug 2011Milwaukee, Wi, UsManaging and expanding the profitable sale of Consumer and Commercial Power engines through consultative selling to OEM customers, developing business partnerships with new and existing customers while managing and leading a team of sales representatives, and coordinating activities related to importers and distributors. Building and developing After Sales in CEE, a region of 14 countries, 11 languages, and a population of 120m. -
Chief Commercial OfficerPrague Lions Jul 2024 - PresentOverseeing various aspects related to revenue generation, business development, and brand growth with the mission to contribute to making the Prague Lions a financially self-sufficient club by securing a strong revenue stream through sponsorships. Building strategic partnerships with sponsors and partners and creating custom sponsorship marketing programs with them. -
Co-FounderPoledna (Pvt) Ltd Feb 2024 - PresentCollaborating closely with remote team members to provide travelers with an exceptional accommodation and authentic tropical island life experience. Driving the success of the business. Seeking out new opportunities for growth. -
Member Of CommitteeMda Ride Dec 2017 - Feb 2024Praha 5, Hlavní Město Praha, CzSupporting the efforts towards funding dreams for people with muscular dystrophy. Giving my time, energy, and knowledge in return for a good feeling of helping others. MDA RIDE is a charity organization that aims to provide support to people with muscular dystrophy. We organize the largest motorcycle charity event in Czechia and a public collection to benefit of people with muscular dystrophy who are associated with the Muscular Dystrophic Association In CZ, Parent Project, SMART-HELP, End Duchenne, or SMÁci and to support selected activities of those organizations. Our mission is to help people with muscular dystrophy to achieve more. -
Co-FounderDigikupon Jan 2019 - Mar 2023
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Sales Manager CeeErich Jaeger Gmbh + Co. Kg Dec 2000 - May 2008Friedberg, DeDeveloping regional business of connector systems between towing vehicles and trailers from the ground up as a part of Erich Jaeger, the SME-type Mittelstand firm, internationalization efforts. Developing and implementing long-term customer strategies based on deep understanding of their needs and requirements. Building and maintaining long-standing professional relationships with automotive OEMs and independent aftermarket distributors. Managing and leading a team of customer service specialists and key account managers as a member of the Czech subsidiary’s management board with responsibility for Sales and Marketing. -
Sales Support Cz&SkBlack & Decker Sep 1993 - Nov 2000Towson, Md, UsPlanning, preparing and executing technical trainings for Czech and Slovak dealers, and public demonstrations of power tools in retail shops. Providing technical advisory to customers and the Sales team. Processing quality complaints and providing local support for product certifications and operating instructions.
Ladislav Poledna Education Details
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College Of Economics And Management, PragueBusiness Administration
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