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I am a senior leader with two decades of experience scaling global brands such as Apple, WGSN, and Ignite. My professional path blends analytical rigor with international strategy, built on a foundation in Accounting and an Executive MBA from the University of Cambridge. I am currently applying this strategic perspective to the AI sector, focusing on model alignment and data quality for global technology labs. I have led global campaigns, managed major distributor partnerships, and driven revenue growth across EMEA and beyond, while maintaining a strong focus on client retention and cross-functional execution.
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Work Experience
AI Model Alignment & Data Quality Expert at Micro1
January 1, 2026 - PresentSupport evaluation and alignment projects for large language models (LLMs) with a focus on multilingual quality, reasoning, and contextual accuracy; execute RLHF-based evaluation workflows; review multilingual outputs and provide expert feedback to ensure the model reflects cultural and contextual nuances of Russian-speaking audiences.
Global Marketing and Sales Manager at Ignite (Bilzf plc)
December 1, 2023 - January 1, 2025Scaled a lifestyle brand with a global social media reach of 62M+ to expand into premium beverages, vapes, and apparel; directed global content creation and international campaigns; managed major distributor partnerships and key accounts across diverse regional markets; drove a 40% year-over-year increase in global revenue through visibility initiatives.
Marketing and Sales Manager, EMEA at Ignite (Bilzf plc)
January 1, 2022 - December 1, 2023Oversaw product launches across EMEA, managed packaging, compliance, and complex localisation workflows; translated US-led strategies for local market success; led regional execution of campaigns and go-to-market plans.
Strategic Account Director at WGSN, Ascential plc
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2020Established WGSN as the leading authority in consumer insights across the CEE market; managed a pipeline of 140 B2B clients (including Disney, Rossmann, LPP) with 95%+ retention and 15–20% YoY revenue growth; restructured the regional function to operate independently, streamlining workloads across multiple roles.
Senior Account Manager / Account Manager at WGSN, Ascential plc
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2016Delivered 95%+ retention through deep client partnerships with major retailers and manufacturers; supported team-wide strategy and contributed to territory expansion.
Project Manager at Apple plc
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2010Coordinated regional iPhone launches during Apple’s early expansion, adapting global creative assets and messaging for EMEA and CEE; collaborated with pan-European teams on high-impact international campaigns.
New Business Development Manager at CampbellRigg Design Agency
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2008Delivered £3.2M in new business by identifying opportunities in new territories and pitching directly to C-suite stakeholders.
Education
Executive MBA at University of Cambridge, Judge Business School
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023MA in Cultural Management at The University of Manchester
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2006Certificate in Fashion Brand Management at London College of Fashion
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2005Dual BAs: Cultural Studies and Accounting at Belorussian State University of Culture & Institute of Law
January 11, 2030 - June 16, 2026Executive MBA at University of Cambridge, Judge Business School
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2023MA in Cultural Management at The University of Manchester
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2006Certificate in Fashion Brand Management at London College of Fashion
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2005Dual BAs: Cultural Studies and Accounting at Belorussian State University of Culture & Institute of Law
January 11, 2030 - June 16, 2026Qualifications
Cambridge EMBA Scholarship
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023Soros Scholarship for MA in Cultural Management
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2006Certificate in Fashion Brand Management – London College of Fashion
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2005Cambridge Scholarship for Executive MBA
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2023Soros Scholarship for MA in Cultural Management
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2006Industry Experience
Software & Internet, Media & Entertainment, Retail, Professional Services, Consumer Goods, Education
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