Liivo Leismann

Managing Director Viacon Latvia SIA Member of The Management Board Viacon Eesti AS At ViaCon (sales ~€200M), I stabilized Baltic operations during a crisis caused by former owners starting a rival firm, poaching staff, and taking key suppliers. I secured new global supplier partnerships, ensured project continuity, and led efficiency initiatives across departments to cut costs and boost performance. My efforts helped ViaCon retain its leadership in sustainable infrastructure despite major disruptions.

Nordic Fibreboard AS (previously named Skano Group AS) is a leading North-European manufacturer of wood fiber insulation materials. Ecological construction products made of renewable raw materials (Estonian pine wood). We provided solutions for the industrial packaging and noticeboard industries, with a strong focus on sustainability and innovation. Our global sales spanned over 40 countries, with a focus on Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and Africa, driving international sales and partnerships.

Acting as a turnaround manager for an Estonian forestry machinery equipment manufacturer after company’s takeover by a new owner. Stabilizing of a troubled 5 MEUR and 60 employee business, exporting products to 15 European countries. Dealing with angry creditors, frightened employees, trade unions, wary customers, and a nervous board of directors. Focusing on operational and financial performance improvement for growth opportunities.

International business development and marketing of unit-linked life insurance platform of Vienna Life and Quantum Life in Benelux, France and beyond. Distribution of alternative investment funds (from Mandare Investment House) like: commodities (precious metals, rare earth metals), alternative energies, mining investments, niche real estate, collectibles (noble wines, diamonds, art, watches), etc.

Responsible for Europe-wide delivery of new business, growth, sales and profitability targets, leading a team to developing and execute integrated marketing communications plan, writing & creative services programs to align communication strategies for three core businesses (net sales 600 MEUR). Supports employee communications, drives culture and change management. Manages $2M+ budget to reach specifiers (architects and engineers) and users (contractors, ready mix & precast, cement manufacturers).

Responsible for driving growth of the Grace cement additives business into new product/business segments across EMEA region (net sales 100 MEUR). Led multi-function assessment teams (MarTech) in product development process for EMEA region’s ca 800 Mill Ton cement production market. Developed marketing strategies.

Responsible for improved financial performance and the creation of synergies between acquired businesses. Analyzed company’s customer segments, products, internal productivities and profitability. Proposed a new strategy changing the company’s position from a component supplier to a system provider. Net sales 40 MEUR.

Prepared and executed a special Project Management training program for key personnel involved in PM process in 10 Consolis countries improving their project management and communication skills. Trained 130 participants in 21 two-day modules in internationals groups of 18 to 20 participants over the 14 months period within the team of 3 trainers.

(Estonian subsidiary of Consolis SAS; net sales 45 MEUR, 600 employees) Led 25 employees responsible for sales and marketing, technical design and project management. Member of the management team. Responsible for 4 MEUR profit. Member of the Consolis Group “Technology Strategy” international cross-functional workgroup. Product development responsibilities.

Responsible for sales in Estonia, exports to Latvia & Russia. Build and managed sales and technical design team of 13.