I am a results-driven marketing and portfolio manager with over 15 years of experience at Syngenta, leading growth across Crop Protection, Vegetable Seeds, Biocontrol, and Biostimulants in diverse markets. Throughout my career, I have successfully combined strategic thinking with hands-on execution, delivering innovative product launches, market expansions, and award-winning sustainability projects. My expertise lies in creating and developing new markets, such as pioneering the biocontrol and biostimulant sector, as well as building high-value partnerships that connect growers, processors, and retailers. I excel in brand planning and strategies development, strong knowledge of different indications (Disease control, Weed control, Insect control and biologicals), portfolio development, business case development, and designing go-to-market strategies that consistently achieve commercial targets while promoting sustainable agricultural practices.

Olga Verbitskaya

I am a results-driven marketing and portfolio manager with over 15 years of experience at Syngenta, leading growth across Crop Protection, Vegetable Seeds, Biocontrol, and Biostimulants in diverse markets. Throughout my career, I have successfully combined strategic thinking with hands-on execution, delivering innovative product launches, market expansions, and award-winning sustainability projects. My expertise lies in creating and developing new markets, such as pioneering the biocontrol and biostimulant sector, as well as building high-value partnerships that connect growers, processors, and retailers. I excel in brand planning and strategies development, strong knowledge of different indications (Disease control, Weed control, Insect control and biologicals), portfolio development, business case development, and designing go-to-market strategies that consistently achieve commercial targets while promoting sustainable agricultural practices.

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I am a results-driven marketing and portfolio manager with over 15 years of experience at Syngenta, leading growth across Crop Protection, Vegetable Seeds, Biocontrol, and Biostimulants in diverse markets. Throughout my career, I have successfully combined strategic thinking with hands-on execution, delivering innovative product launches, market expansions, and award-winning sustainability projects.
My expertise lies in creating and developing new markets, such as pioneering the biocontrol and biostimulant sector, as well as building high-value partnerships that connect growers, processors, and retailers. I excel in brand planning and strategies development, strong knowledge of different indications (Disease control, Weed control, Insect control and biologicals), portfolio development, business case development, and designing go-to-market strategies that consistently achieve commercial targets while promoting sustainable agricultural practices.

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Experience Level

Language

Ukrainian
Fluent
English
Fluent
German
Beginner

Work Experience

Project Manager – Global Commercial Excellence, MaSE Team at Syngenta HQ, Basel
January 1, 2024 - Present
Led global content creation for Marketing & Sales Academies (more than 20 educational modules) and delivery of Brand & Portfolio and Customer Engagement Academy programs across AMEA, China, Europe and LATAM. Developed MaSE Agronomy Academy strategy, translated technical language to customer language, designed and implemented competency frameworks and assessment tools, and coordinated global stakeholder engagement and events. Implemented Good Practice initiatives and cross-regional programs to enhance capability and consistency.
Brand & Portfolio Manager – Crop Protection (Specialty crops, Biologicals) at Syngenta, Ukraine
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2024
Created and developed the biocontrol and biostimulant market in Ukraine (Taegro, Quantis, Isabion); responsible for all indications/segments (DC, IC, WC, SeedCare, Biologicals). Led 5-year portfolio planning and PLCM strategies; developed brand plans and business cases for 30+ products; built Customer Personas, Brand Models and Message Maps; introduced new products (Orondis Family, Miravis Family, Verdavis, Boxer, Carial Flex); built and managed Strategic Partners Club; led omnichannel and digital campaigns and GTM strategies; collaborated cross-functionally with Seeds, Regulatory, CPD, laboratories, and global/regional teams; led sustainability projects and value chain initiatives.
Marketing Manager – Vegetable Seeds at Syngenta, Ukraine
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2015
Developed brand plans, executed product launches, and led market research.
Marketing & Communications at TNT Express
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2011
Executed marketing strategies, loyalty programs, and communication campaigns.
Junior Marketing Manager at Practika
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2010
Early career in marketing and project coordination.

Education

Master’s in International Trade & Marketing at Kyiv National Economics University
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2010
Bachelor’s in International Economy & Management at Kyiv National Economics University
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2009
Business Modules at Kyiv Mohyla Business School
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2019

Qualifications

Syngenta Commercial Excellence Award – Sustainability Category
January 1, 2017 - March 3, 2026

Industry Experience

Agriculture & Mining, Retail, Manufacturing, Professional Services, Life Sciences