CEO Spotlight

The dynamic between CEOs and their IT leaders is more critical than ever in today's rapidly evolving digital landscape. Navigating the complex intersection of technology and business leadership, Scott Smeester stands as a guiding force. With over 25 years in web-based application development, a civil engineering background, and a track...

Vladimir Yevtushenkov has diverse interests which, together with his business instincts, ensured that AFK Sistema and its portfolio assets not only established a strong market position but also achieved dynamic growth in economic and production indicators. The companies founded with the participation of the businessman strive for leadership in their...

Nearly 22 months have passed since DocGo appointed Lee Bienstock as its new Chief Operating Officer. Bienstock formerly held key leadership roles at Google for over 10 years before joining the company. Since joining DocGo, Bienstock has demonstrated his leadership ability, ascending to president and COO before becoming the chief...

Online entrepreneurship is an ever-growing field, and Ryan Buttigieg has come up as a catalyst for change, steering individuals away from the confines of traditional 9–5 jobs toward lives of financial autonomy and passion-driven endeavors. Ryan's path as the creator of a top European training platform is a testament to...

Maxim Shubarev and Setl Group: Construction and Restoration of Architectural Monuments: Maxim Valerevich Shubarev is an entrepreneur and founder of a large holding structure specializing in residential construction, infrastructure projects, and the restoration of historical and architectural monuments in St. Petersburg and the Northwestern Federal District. He is a philanthropist...

Felix Yevtushenkov has been moving in top-tier business circles for more than two decades. His career is most notably connected with AFK Sistema. Felix Yevtushenkov managed development, consumer, banking, industrial-production, IT and telecommunications assets, and much more during his time with the investment firm. Armed with decades of diverse experience,...

In this interview, we spoke with Ivan Saprov, CEO and Founder of Voyagu. Can you share with us what inspired your decision to delve into the travel industry? I love to travel, and as a well-traveled person, I know firsthand the highs and the lows of what travel is now,...

Maxim Puchkov on the Present and Future of Street Retail: Puchkov Maxim notes that over the past decades, street retail has come a long way from pop-up kiosks and market stalls to a civilized business format. The street retail sector currently offers not only ready-made food and coffee, but also fitness,...

The marketing landscape is fiercely competitive, with everyone vying for the attention of international brands and a chance to build a strong reputation. These agencies' triumph hinges on their leaders' skills and willingness to adopt innovative and out-of-the-box strategies. Andrey Novikov, the co-founder and CEO of Affect Group, offers a...

Alexandre Bonvin, founder and CEO of Audacia Group, is showing serial entrepreneurs how it’s done. He’s elevating promising e-commerce brands with his Swiss investment holding company, which specializes in private equity. Due to Bonvin’s extensive background in finance and real estate, he’s been able to develop Audacia Group and its...