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I am a seasoned business leader and entrepreneur with over 20 years in consulting, translation technologies, and AI-driven platforms. I specialize in strategic business development, market analysis, and international cooperation, helping startups enter new markets efficiently and at scale.
I have built and led diverse, cross-functional teams across Latvia, Russia, and the USA. My track record includes founding several companies, securing partnerships and funding, and delivering innovative technology solutions that improve efficiency, scale operations, and drive measurable growth.
Language
Russian
Fluent
English
Advanced
Persian
Intermediate
French
Beginner
Spanish; Castilian
Beginner
Work Experience
Lecturer & Expert at Moscow International Academy
December 31, 2024 - September 20, 2025Designed and supervised specialized training courses in translation technologies, translation market and business, and intercultural communications; established translation laboratories and served as expert/reviewer for research publications; participated in examination boards.
Lecturer at Plekhanov Russian University of Economics
December 31, 2024 - September 20, 2025Designed and supervised courses in translation technologies and cross-cultural communication; contributed to lab development and academic assessments.
Lecturer at Moscow State Regional University
December 31, 2024 - September 20, 2025Taught translation technologies and intercultural communication; participated in examination boards and curriculum development.
Lecturer at Kutafin Moscow State Law University
December 31, 2024 - September 20, 2025Teaching English and translation-related topics; contributed to examinations and curriculum.
Lecturer at Moscow Aviation Institute
December 31, 2024 - September 20, 2025Teaching English; translation tasks; involvement in academic activities.
Lecturer at Higher School of Economics
December 31, 2024 - September 20, 2025Lectures on translation technologies and cross-cultural communication; lab initiatives; exam boards.
Interpreter | Translator at BOSCH Telecom RUS
December 31, 2002 - September 20, 2025Written translation of technical documentation; interpretation; market research.
Assistant Consultant at Univers Consulting
December 31, 2004 - September 20, 2025Contributed to major corporate projects including strategic planning and ERP implementations; engaged in data-driven analyses.
Consultant at Univers Consulting
December 31, 2006 - September 20, 2025Strategic planning, business process reengineering, ERP implementation support; collaboration with IBM BCS on MMK project.
Project Team Leader at Univers Consulting
December 31, 2008 - September 20, 2025Led projects across Russia in strategy, operations, and change management; managed a team of ten consultants.
Founder | CEO at AG.translate
January 1, 2004 - PresentFounded and scaled a full‑service translation company; drove tech adoption (TMS, MT, VRI, CAT); expanded national and international collaborations.
Business Development Adviser at SOL (Surdo-OnLine)
January 1, 2019 - PresentLed business development for remote sign language interpretation services; expanded client base; supported grant applications and feature enhancements; improved conversion via widget.
Co-Founder | Partner | CBDO at PIE (Portable Interpreting Environment)
December 31, 2022 - September 20, 2025Launched PIE cloud-based interpreting platform; defined multi-stage expansion roadmap; built strategic partnerships; grew client portfolio; oversaw PIE LTC Cloud deployment.
Co-Founder | Partner | CBDO at Metalang
January 1, 2022 - PresentCo-founded Metalang, a Go-to-Market digital assistant for international business development; led product strategy and market expansion; built PIE LTC Cloud marketplace and university collaborations.
Co-Founder | Partner | CBDO at Metalang (Latvia | Spain | USA)
January 1, 2022 - PresentDesigned the strategic vision and positioned Metalang as a Go-to-Market Digital Assistant, an AI-driven business development platform. Led a phased expansion plan from launch to widespread adoption, and initiated the PIE LTC Cloud marketplace concept. Oversaw product development and optimization, and secured first clients and strategic partnerships. Arranged support for test customers with translation, interpreting, data mining, polling, desk research and design services.
Co-Founder | Partner | CBDO at PIE (Russia | Latvia) – Portable Interpreting Environment
January 1, 2022 - September 20, 2025Conceived and led development of PIE, a cloud-based interpretation management platform. Defined a multi-stage roadmap for launch, scaling services, and market penetration. Directed design and ongoing enhancement of the PIE platform, integrating advanced interpretation technologies. Built strategic partnerships with global organizations and drove business development across multiple industries. Oversaw the PIE LTC Cloud project for seamless deployment and customer satisfaction.
Business Development Adviser at SOL (Russia) – Surdo-OnLine Remote Sign Language Interpretation Service
January 1, 2019 - PresentLed business development efforts, expanding the client portfolio into the commercial sector. Developed and pitched 'Pay More – Get More' to banks, contributing to the financial viability and adoption of the SOL solution. Assisted with government grant applications and implemented a callback widget to boost website conversions.
Lecturer | Expert / Board Member at Moscow International Academy; Plekhanov Russian University of Economics; Moscow State Regional University; Kutafin Moscow State Law University; Moscow Aviation Institute; Higher School of Economics
January 1, 2024 - September 20, 2025Designed and supervised training programs on translation technologies, translation market and business, and intercultural communications. Established professional translation laboratories, served as guest expert and reviewer of research, and participated in examination boards and governance activities.
Founder | Partner | CEO at AG.translate (Russia)
January 1, 2004 - PresentFounded and scaled a leading Eastern European translation company. Implemented and evolved TMS, MT, VRI, and CAT systems, boosting sales, reducing costs, improving quality, and shortening translation cycles. Expanded collaboration with international organizations, contributed to the 'Project Unified Linguistic Support Environment' concept, and introduced AI-driven translation management systems resulting in a large in-house translation memory.
Project Team Leader at Univers Consulting (Russia)
January 1, 2008 - September 20, 2025Led eight management consulting projects across Russia, including strategic planning, business process reengineering, and corporate restructuring. Managed a team of ten experts and consultants.
Consultant at Univers Consulting (Russia)
January 1, 2006 - September 20, 2025Contributed to major corporate projects in strategic and management consulting, and ERP implementations (Oracle and SAP). Participated in a joint project with IBM BCS on MMK involving AS-IS/TO-BE analysis, competition, organization and strategy, and change management.
Assistant Consultant at Univers Consulting (Russia)
January 1, 2004 - September 20, 2025Participated in international consulting projects with PWC and others; conducted data collection, translations, and analysis as part of project teams.
Interpreter | Translator at BOSCH Telecom RUS
January 1, 2002 - September 20, 2025Translated technical documentation, performed interpretation and market research.
Lecturer at Military Institute of Foreign Languages (Russia)
January 1, 2000 - September 20, 2025Taught English; performed written and oral translations; participated as a member of the examination board.
Education
Master’s Degree in Foreign Language Translation at Military University of the Ministry of Defense of the Russian Federation
January 1, 1993 - December 31, 1998Management Studies at Institute of Professional Managers
January 1, 2002 - December 31, 2003Coursework in Translation Business & Technology at Translation Forum Russia
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2020Master’s Degree in Foreign Language Translation at Military University of the Ministry of Defense of the Russian Federation
January 1, 1993 - January 1, 1998Management Studies at Institute of Professional Managers
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2003Multiple courses in Translation Business and Technology (MT, CAT tools, AI in translations, remote interpretation) at Translation Forum Russia
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2020Qualifications
Master’s Degree in Foreign Language Translation
January 1, 1993 - December 31, 1998Management Studies
January 1, 2002 - December 31, 2003Coursework in Translation Business & Technology
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2020Master’s Degree in Foreign Language Translation
January 1, 1993 - January 1, 1998Management Studies
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2003Translation Forum Russia courses in Translation Business and Technology
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2020Industry Experience
Professional Services, Education, Software & Internet, Media & Entertainment, Government, Other
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