Speakers
Inspiring and experienced Ukrainian, European and U.S. founders and thought-leaders will help you take your business to the next level.
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A pioneering leader with over two decades of Fortune 100 executive experience, transitioning from a successful career to founding TheWMarketplace, an innovative ecommerce accelerator and online sales channel for women-owned businesses that provides them with the support they need to thrive in today's competitive market. Her journey from corporate executive to entrepreneur reflects her passion for challenging norms and advancing gender parity. Beyond her professional achievements, Kate is an activist, author, and advocate for human rights and equity. She is the author of the book Breaking Borders where she shares her story of resilience and empowerment, inspiring women to carve their own paths to success and fulfillment in both business and life.
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Inna is the driving force behind the dobro&dobro and sushi:sushi cafe chains in Poland and the Czech Republic. As the founder of dobroFinance Consulting and the creator of Gastro Buster, the largest study course in the gastro business, Inna has 15 years of marketing and advertising experience, having collaborated with leading companies such as McDonald's, Intel, Heiniken, Carlsberg, Ferrero, PepsiCo etc. Her expertise continues to shape successful marketing strategies for numerous companies and startups. Inna is currently on a mission to scale her own foodtech startup to a billion-dollar enterprise. Join Inna at the conference for her engaging session, "My Way to Hearts Through a Story - Founders Reflection," where she will share her unique insights and the transformative power of storytelling in business.
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With over $600K in external investments raised, Dasha has successfully sold her innovative products to major corporations such as Netflix and Delta Airlines. She is the CEO and Co-Founder of Effa, a pioneering company in sustainable products. She has a strong network of venture capitalists and entrepreneurs across Europe and Silicon Valley. Dasha is a key figure in the startup ecosystem thanks to her entrepreneurial insights and dedication. Don't miss her talk at the conference, "How did I sell a Toothbrush to Netflix? Founders Journey." The conference will also feature peer-to-peer sessions on building a dream company and fundraising strategies.
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An accredited international coach, Galyna is the go-to expert for partnerships. With a background in various roles, including Head of Partnerships Sector X Acceleration Hub at UNIT City and Country Manager at GROWTH SHOP, she has extensive experience aiding startups and business founders worldwide. Since 2022, Galyna has focused on coaching Ukrainian professionals and business owners affected by the war, guiding them in building resilience and adapting to their new circumstances. Join her for insights on "Networking Strategies: How to Choose the Best One" and engage in peer-to-peer discussions on resilience and business growth.
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He's a dynamic serial entrepreneur and the CEO of Promova, a groundbreaking language learning platform with over 15 million downloads. With a background in web development and as the former CTO of Concepter, Andrew has a proven track record of success, including overseeing the development of iblazrs, the first Ukrainian product to raise $1 million on Kickstarter. Forbes recognized Andrew as one of Ukraine's 30 Under 30 in 2021. He is dedicated to transforming Promova into a global leader in personalized language learning solutions. He also shares his expertise as a faculty member at the National Technical University of Ukraine ‘Kyiv Polytechnic Institute.’
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He’s an accomplished entrepreneur, mentor and lecturer specializing in the growth of early stage technology companies. As co-founder and CEO of d.Labs, Jaka bridges London, where he has co-founded over 50 companies with an exceptional track record, and Ljubljana, the birthplace of this rapidly expanding company. His career includes management and consulting roles in various industries including telecommunications, entertainment and NGOs. Jaka works with top investors such as Union Square Ventures and Index Ventures and is an Executive-in-Residence at Imperial College Business School. He is also a guest lecturer at Cambridge Judge Business School and a mentor at Seedcamp. Jaka will be speaking on "Shaping the future of your business".
