Olexiy Denysenko

Multilingual, results-driven project manager with over six years of experience in the IT, Supply Chain, and FMCG industries. I help companies achieve their strategic objectives by implementing innovative tech solutions. Strongly believe in leading by example. Open for Project Management and Business Development roles.

Expertise:

• Strong understanding of crypto industry and blockchain technology
• Proficient in project management methodologies such as Agile, Waterfall, and Scrum.
• Experience in managing complex projects involving multiple teams, stakeholders, and vendors
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to articulate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Experience in managing software development projects, including planning, budgeting, resource allocation, risk management, and quality assurance.

  Job Experience:

  Projectium. Network | Software Marketplace for Entrepreneurs

• Developed and implemented a comprehensive business plan and marketing strategy.

• Built and managed a team of two developers, two designers, and one marketer.

  Integrated

  Agile methodologies to improve workflow and communication. 

• Bootstrapped the design and development of the MVP, including an IOS app and desktop platform.
• Attracted over 400 users and 50 active B2B and B2C startups to the platform using only organic growth strategies.
• Conducted customer development by interviewing over 20 startup founders, to ensure that the platform was aligned with their needs and requirements. 
• Analysed KPIs, and digital interactions of SMM campaigns.
• Conducted A/B tests and provided data-driven product improvements. 
• Launched and managed Discord channel with over 2300 tech users (Projectium Startup Growth Hub).
• Achieved 2nd place on IT Eureka startup competition.
• Pitched on various startup events (WebSummit UA, Kyiv Tech Hub & USF). 
• Completed a 3-month startup program at NEST Accelerator by Unit.City.

Project Manager

• Worked closely with the selected creative agency to develop and implement the relaunch marketing strategy.
• Formed partnership with ZibraAI’s charity NFT project, “Sirens Gallery,” to create unique and compelling NFT artworks for the water bottle labels. 
• Worked closely with cross-functional teams, including production, logistics, and finance, to ensure that the product was manufactured and distributed efficiently and effectively.
• Successfully negotiated distribution agreements with major supermarket and retail chains such as Auchan, Silpo and Rost increasing product reach and boosting sales quarterly revenue by over 20%.

Project Manager

• Developed a comprehensive business plan that included canvas model, market analysis, and financial projections for the project.
• Successfully presented the project to the board of directors and secured funding for the testing stage.
• Developed technical tasks and an execution plan for the product concept. 
• Organized an open tender process and selected an agency to develop a MVP of the platform.
• Worked closely with marketing, design, and R&D departments to ensure successful product development.
• Reported directly to the CEO while managing P&L statements, budgets, inventory, and cash flow of the project.
• Launched and tested baby food boxes on major Ukrainian marketplaces such as Rozetka, OLX, and Pumpik, resulting in a 40% increase in quarterly online sales.

Business Development Manager

• Conducted market research and analysis to identify new business opportunities and stay ahead of industry trends.
• Successfully used LinkedIn and Twitter as a lead generation tools to secure 12 new clients for the company within a span of 6 months.
• Collaborated with the marketing team to create effective sales materials, resulting in a 20% increase in lead generation.
• Coordinated closely with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth product and service delivery to clients, meeting all project milestones and deadlines.

Key Account Manager and Sales Associate

• Conducted regular calls with shippers, brokers and cargo owners from MENA region to explain the benefits of using the Shipnext platform.
• Successfully secured over 60 new free trial customers and sold 13 annual subscription plans.
• Led the tender application process on different procurement platforms, managing proposal development, compliance, and submission of documents. 
• Managed the sales CRM, maintaining customer satisfaction, and consistently meeting and exceeding monthly sales goals.

Summer Internship

• Assisted the investment team in conducting due diligence on potential startup investments, including market research, financial analysis, and competitive landscape assessments.
• Prepared 2 detailed reports on investment opportunities in avionics industry and presented findings to the investment team.
• Provided general administrative support to the investment team, including scheduling meetings and managing files and documents.

2016-2019

University of British Columbia

Philosophy, Politics, and Economics

2014-2016

Ardingly College, UK

International Bacalaureate 2012-2014

King Edwards School, UK

GSCE