Ihor Kereia

Advised the CEO on organizational scaling, including leadership structure, senior role design, and the introduction of additional management layers. Drove market prioritization and niche identification; advanced the transition of the business model toward retainer and dedicated-team structures. Led M&A screening of 15+ acquisition targets; conducted commercial due diligence and delivered investment recommendations to the CEO. Developed strategic positioning and sales messaging; supported executive leadershi

Built and led a real estate company on behalf of a Swedish investor, with full responsibility for strategy, finance, and operations. Developed and implemented business and investment concepts to improve profitability. Evaluated markets and locations, defined investment criteria, and refined the leasing strategy. Built a real estate portfolio (investment volume: USD 17M) achieving over 90% occupancy and an annual return exceeding 20%.

Expanded wholesale and e-commerce sales channels Built and scaled local production facilities; grew the team from 1 to 30 employees across three locations Introduced Lean Management practices, reducing material consumption by up to 30%; established structured quality and process management Full responsibility for supply chain, global sourcing, logistics, customs clearance and supplier negotiations

Led consulting projects across the production, pharmaceutical, and telecommunications sectors, supporting market entry strategies and international expansion initiatives. Performed market research and managed industrial outsourcing projects, including the evaluation of suppliers, cost structures, and operational efficiency. Conducted commercial negotiations and contract reviews to ensure optimal business terms and alignment with clients’ strategic and financial objectives.