In 2008, when I was starting out as a rookie in marketing I've been offered a decent, entry-level job at a leading telecommunications company, which I declined due to another offer at a rather subtle organization and a mid-level position.The dilemma to me has always been between assisted growth through external mentorship and generic growth through personal experience, I've been continuously choosing the latter. My drive toward challenges and responsibilities dragged me around industries among the most suffering companies and damaged brands.Throughout my corporate career, I've failed miserably multiple times, have lifted weights I was not even supposed to attempt, have triggered problems I could barely handle, shaped myself as a professional who can operate outside the comfort zone, and ultimately realized that marketing is not enough.So, here I am, blown away by the many layers of I-O psychology, finally understanding the choices I've made, and the rationale behind the decisions of others, on my way to mastering the arts and sciences of human behavior in the workplace and beyond.
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DirectorDesign And Animation School Sep 2023 - PresentBorn from the creative fusion of Georgia's top studios - Holy Motors, Animatory, and GARNAMATAC - DAS isn't just a school; it's a launch pad for the next generation of visual artists. This collaboration not only addresses industry challenges but also offers an unparalleled opportunity to refine your skills under the mentorship of leading professionals. -
Managing PartnerGarnamatac Jun 2021 - PresentTbilisi, GeorgiaAs an award-winning animation studio and national CGI industry leaders we are committed to managing a socially conscious company prioritizing quality over time and choosing long-term values over short-term gains. We believe that sustainability, as an organizational lifestyle, is not an option - it's the only way. -
Co-FounderGarnamatac Feb 2018 - PresentTbilisi, Georgia
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Author Of T4L Program | Project Management TrainerGarnamatac Sep 2021 - Sep 2022MVP for and an inspiration behind Design and Animation School (DAS)Training-for-Life (T4L): an education program initiated by GARNAMATAC, supported by the USAID Economic Security Program, aiming to identify and develop short-term skills of local talents who aspire to work in animation and visual arts' industry.
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Founder / Od, L&D & Data ConsultantCapacity Development Fund Sep 2016 - PresentTbilisiLocal Economic Development | Managing CDF projects with primary focus on private and public sector consulting, including statistical data analysis and reporting, project proposal preparation, team creation, budgeting, etc. Building partnerships with International Financial Institutions (IFIs) and bilateral donor agencies in Georgia. Managing projects in AR Ajara to support local entrepreneurship and promoting localization of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).Organisational… Show more Local Economic Development | Managing CDF projects with primary focus on private and public sector consulting, including statistical data analysis and reporting, project proposal preparation, team creation, budgeting, etc. Building partnerships with International Financial Institutions (IFIs) and bilateral donor agencies in Georgia. Managing projects in AR Ajara to support local entrepreneurship and promoting localization of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).Organisational Development | Managing client/beneficiary expectations of institutional strengthening aiming to turn local projects into success stories. Building partnerships with International Financial Institutions (IFIs) and bilateral donor agencies such as USAID and EBRD. Managing projects in AR Ajara to support local entrepreneurship and promoting localization of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) into local planning.Senior Researcher and Data Consultant | Mapping the national strategies and regulatory frameworks for: SDG alignment generating enhanced impacts from existing sources of public or private finance for SDGs. Show less -
Director Of Marketing, Trade And Franchise DevelopmentSpar Georgia Mar 2014 - May 2016Tbilisi, GeorgiaSPAR Georgia, the official licensee of SPAR International, is a multiformat supermarket chain with over 300 grocery stores in 17 cities and one of the largest employers in the country (#12). -
Head Of Marketing DepartmentSpar Georgia Dec 2013 - Mar 2014
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Director Of Marketing & Corporate SalesMgroup Mar 2014 - May 2016Based in 2005, JSC Hotels and Restaurants Management Group – Mgroup, is considered as one of the front-runners in hospitality industry of Georgia. Currently managing 6 projects (each with unique concept and identity) in Tbilisi and Kvareli. -
Director Of MarketingFoodservice Mar 2014 - May 2016One of the leading FMCG companies on the market with a portfolio of over 15 international brands, distributing around 500 SKUs nationwide. -
Head Of Marketing DepartmentJsc Populi Sep 2011 - Sep 2012Tbilisi, GeorgiaPopuli was the very first multi-format supermarket chain in Georgia established in 2001. Acquired by SPAR Georgia in 2013. -
Marketing ManagerJsc Populi May 2011 - Sep 2011Tbilisi, Georgia
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Marketing ManagerIrao - Vienna Insurance Group Feb 2008 - Nov 2010Tbilisi, Georgia -
Brand ManagerPeugeot Nov 2006 - May 2007Tbilisi, Georgia -
Marketing InternWindfor'S Communication Jul 2006 - Sep 2006Tbilisi
Oto Shamugia Skills
Oto Shamugia Education Details
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Esm Business School
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Oto Shamugia attended Harvard University, Baden-Wuerttemberg Cooperative State University (Dhbw), Free University Of Tbilisi, Harvard Extension School, Harvard Extension School.
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