Strategic IT leader with over 20 years of experience driving large-scale digital transformations and overseeing global enterprise migrations. Proven ability to manage cross-functional teams, deliver complex projects, and align IT strategies with organizational growth objectives. Expertise in leading mergers and acquisitions, developing IT roadmaps, and guiding change management initiatives. Additionally, owner and manager of a successful hospitality business, blending operational leadership with innovative tech solutions. Fluent in multiple languages, with a deep understanding of both business and technical challenges, I focus on shaping IT direction, driving organizational growth, and fostering innovation.Key Skills & Leadership Attributes- Extensive experience in aligning IT roadmaps with business objectives, fostering innovation, and enabling digital transformations.- Proven success in transforming and modernizing a hospitality business, from kitchen renovation to business automation and customer experience.- Skilled in managing large-scale IT projects, particularly in the context of Mergers & acquisitions, with a focus on minimizing disruptions and ensuring smooth transitions.- Strong track record of building, leading, and mentoring diverse, cross-functional teams in high-pressure environments.- Proven ability to collaborate with senior executives and key stakeholders to ensure IT initiatives align with overall business strategy.- Hands-on experience with business operations, including accounting, inventory management, and legal compliance, alongside process automation for operational efficiency.- Fluent in Russian and Arabic.- Extensive depth and knowledge in Microsoft Enterprise Technologies, Quest Software, CommVault, IT consulting, and business operations.