As the CTO and Operations Leader, I manage IT strategy, operations, and business growth for entertainment projects in Austria, Germany, and Dubai. I focus on technology and making operations better. I also lead marketing, sales, and development plans that help the business grow and improve performance across all projects.● Key Projects:• DSTRCT Entertainment Center (Vienna) – A family entertainment center featuring bowling, mini-golf, escape rooms, arcades, bars, and restaurants.• Nowayout Escape Rooms – Locations in Graz, Linz, Innsbruck, Vienna, Munich, and Dubai.• Lasertron – Laser tag venues in Graz and Linz.• Balls&Clubs Mini-Golf (Munich).• Horror Escape Rooms and Cinema (Dubai).● Key Responsibilities:• IT Strategy & Development: I lead the planning and execution of IT strategies to help the business grow, using modern technology and making operations more efficient.• Operations Leadership: I manage daily operations, making sure all projects run smoothly and workflows are improved for better results.• Marketing & Sales: I focus on achieving financial goals by overseeing offline and online marketing strategies to boost brand awareness and revenue, while the team leader handles daily operations.• Team Leadership: I manage and grow a team of 13 people, handling hiring, training, and keeping communication open across different locations to ensure good performance.• Operational Efficiency: I implement new tools and processes, like ClickUp, to improve project management, speed up work, and reduce costs. I also create better support systems and maintain clear documentation to ensure smooth operations.• Stakeholder Collaboration: I work closely with company owners and other stakeholders to align business goals, encourage innovation, and make sure each project succeeds.• Revenue Growth & Customer Experience: I focus on improving customer experiences and increasing revenue by offering new and innovative products.

In my free time, I pursued my passion for entrepreneurship and SaaS development, which led to the founding of Revci, an instant feedback service startup. At Revci, I played a key role in turning the idea into a fully operational business, overseeing all stages from concept to execution. My responsibilities included:• End-to-End Project Management: Led the entire process, including concept development, prototyping, MVP (Minimum Viable Product) development, technical support, marketing, sales, and customer success.• Building the MVP: Worked as part of the development team to create a functional MVP using Node.js (Nest.js), Yii2, and MySQL for the backend, and developed mobile applications for iOS and Android in React Native. Focused on delivering core features quickly to validate the product idea and gather user feedback.• Team Recruitment & Leadership: Built and managed a dedicated team, guiding them through product development and company growth.• Product Development: Collaborated with the team to evolve the MVP into a fully-featured platform based on user feedback, refining company processes and ensuring a scalable architecture.• Sales & Client Acquisition: Actively handled finding and acquiring clients, driving revenue growth, and providing ongoing support to ensure customer satisfaction.• Marketing & Business Development: Implemented marketing strategies to raise awareness and grow the user base, ensuring the business's overall growth.Unfortunately, due to the onset of war, the project had to be put on hold. However, the experience of launching a startup, especially being part of the development team for the MVP and scaling it, helped me develop strong skills in project management, software development, marketing, and entrepreneurship. Though my primary company didn’t focus on SaaS products, Revci allowed me to explore this interest and gain valuable entrepreneurial experience.

As part of my role at Elite Experience, I led the launch of Incrify, an internal web agency providing web development, design, and advertising services to external clients. Incrify quickly established itself as a digital agency based in Dubai, specializing in delivering high-quality online solutions. My key responsibilities included:• Team Recruitment & Management: Built and managed a skilled team, handling hiring and training to ensure top performance.• Project Planning & Execution: Oversaw the planning and execution of web development, marketing, and design projects, from initial concept to final delivery.• Client Communication: Served as the primary contact for clients, ensuring project requirements were met and incorporating feedback throughout the development process.• Scheduling & Deadline Management: Coordinated project schedules, assigned tasks, and ensured timely completion of all deliverables.• Budget Management: Managed project budgets, optimizing resource allocation to maintain cost efficiency.• Technical Support: Provided technical assistance to maintain the smooth operation of websites and digital services.Over the years, I have successfully delivered over 20 projects, ranging from small websites to large-scale services and mobile applications. This experience has strengthened my skills in website development, project management, team leadership, and client communication.

As a Project Manager at TRUE, a digital agency specializing in web development, design, and advertising, I led the successful delivery of multiple client projects. My key responsibilities included:• Team Management: Led a team of developers and designers, ensuring alignment with project goals and client expectations.• Project Planning & Execution: Oversaw project planning, execution, and delivery, from initial concept to final launch.• Client Communication: Acted as the main point of contact for clients, ensuring their needs were met and incorporating feedback throughout the project lifecycle.• Task Scheduling & Deadline Management: Coordinated project schedules, assigned tasks, and monitored progress to ensure on-time delivery.• Budget Management: Managed project budgets, optimizing resources to stay within financial constraints.• Technical Assistance: Occasionally assisted the development team in solving tasks related to the Yii2 framework, PHP, and MySQL to ensure project success.During my time at TRUE, I successfully launched five major projects, while reorganizing and improving team workflows, resulting in greater efficiency and productivity.

I was responsible for leading the creation of an international web-based job search service from concept to launch. My role involved a variety of tasks, including team recruitment, product development, project management, and marketing to attract users and clients. Key responsibilities included:• Team Recruitment & Leadership: Formed and managed a team of developers and designers to build the web-based platform, ensuring the right mix of skills to deliver the project.• Prototyping & Design: Led the team in prototyping and designing the website, focusing on a seamless user experience and functional design.• Project Management: Oversaw the entire development process to ensure the final product met the project’s vision and goals. Managed timelines and budgets to deliver a high-quality service on schedule.• Marketing & User Acquisition: Developed marketing strategies to attract companies seeking to hire and candidates looking for job opportunities. Implemented campaigns to increase platform visibility and user engagement.• Launch & Technical Oversight: Supervised the launch of the job search platform, addressing any technical issues and ensuring the service was user-friendly and ready for public use.• Ongoing Quality Assurance: Implemented measures to resolve technical difficulties and continuously improve the service based on user feedback.This role required strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage a multidisciplinary team, as well as marketing expertise to attract both companies and job seekers to the platform.

Leveraging my experience with exchange networks and partnership building, I played a key role in expanding the SMI2 traffic exchange network to the Ukrainian market. My responsibilities included:• Partner Acquisition: Attracted over 100 partners, including news websites, to join the traffic exchange network.• Technical Integration & Support: Managed the technical integration of partners into the network and oversaw accounting processes to ensure smooth operations.• Sales & Revenue Growth: Led active sales efforts to promote traffic exchange services to advertisers, driving network growth and revenue.This role helped me strengthen my skills in business development, sales, and partnership management while significantly expanding SMI2’s presence in Ukraine.

During this role, I made a major career shift from technical work to management and leadership. The rapid growth of the internet and digital marketing at the time inspired me to move beyond coding and explore new opportunities in business development.SUP Fabrik is an international online media company, and I was responsible for expanding the Ukrainian blogosphere for LiveJournal.com. My key duties included:Building the Ukrainian Blog Community: Worked closely with local bloggers to grow the platform, providing guidance on the service and helping them increase their online presence.Partner Relations: Established and maintained relationships with key partners to drive engagement and expand the platform’s reach in Ukraine.This role allowed me to develop my skills in management, relationship-building, and digital media, setting the stage for my future career growth.

FOTA was a leading Polish distributor of spare parts for cars and trucks. In my role, I led the development of a new online store for the company, which supplies spare parts and accessories in Ukraine, with 9 warehouses and over 200 employees.👨‍💻 Key Responsibilities:Built and led a team of 5 developers to create a modern, high-performance online store.Managed all stages of the project, including prototyping, design, and development.Integrated the online store with 1C for warehouse accounting and order management, and connected it to the TECDOC SQL database, which included over 2.5 million spare parts.💻 Outcome:Launched a fast and efficient company website, significantly improving the customer experience and streamlining operations.

👋 I started my career at the holding company by working on the website of KP.UA. Back then, Google wasn’t well known, and Stackoverflow didn’t exist. I taught myself development from books and learned how to update and improve the site using Perl and HTML/CSS. My tasks included creating a new version of the website, working on design, prototyping, programming, and contributing to marketing projects like banners and email campaigns. This experience helped increase reader engagement.💻 Later, I was transferred to the IT department to work on various exciting projects. I led a team of specialists who developed, supported, and managed company IT projects. I also applied my marketing skills to analyze competitors and find the best solutions for our projects.🚀 Some key achievements across the holding include:Komsomolskaya Pravda in Ukraine Website: Spearheaded the creation of a new version of https://kp.ua, focusing on user experience improvement. This involved managing design, prototyping, programming, and overall project management.Newsnet Traffic Exchange System: Developed and integrated a system for exchanging visitor traffic between company websites. Led the efforts in prototyping, design, and project management.Holder Ad Delivery System: Created and implemented an ad delivery system for company websites, managing all aspects of prototyping, design, and project management.