About me
With several years of experience living and working in Africa (now, also a tiny bit in the APAC) and a track record of building a startup from idea to acquisition, I’m passionate about developing innovative solutions and fostering a networks, especially in emerging markets.
Work Experience
2024.07 — Now
Regional Business Development Manager @ Jeff (jeff-app.com)
• Establishing relationships with banks and financial institutions in Vietnam & the Philippines
• Creating and managing lead generation partnerships (Grab, local newspapers & agencies)
• Guiding product development & PPC channels for the Vietnam market
… and anything else that comes up as an idea worth exploring through an OKR prism – be it influencer marketing, call centers, refer-a-friend activities, trademark registration, etc.
Locations: Latvia, Vietnam & the Philippines
2022.04 — 2024.08
Founder @ DXB Energy
The future of energy is independent!
Seizing the opportunity of solar being the undeveloped in Latvia by green-fielding a renewable energy project (100+ MW).
Location: Latvia
2023.01 — 2023.05
Consulting @ Lionpro (LINEN) Nigeria
(lionpro.com / ljlinen.com)
• Conducted comprehensive audits of current operational processes
• Streamlined and optimized operations for enhanced efficiency
• Assessed the performance and capabilities of current staff members
Location: Lagos, Nigeria
2020.11 – 2023.01
Business Development @ Roibox
(roibox.com)
• Joining as first employee at 7 digit valuation and exiting when we were valued in 8 digits.
• Hyperlocalization is where we are heading – we developed a better approach to Google & Facebook Ads. Lead on marketing and client retention, as well as assisting the product development team.
• From ZERO EUR to managing MILLIONS EUR / MONTH in ad spend for top brands in the world.
Location: Riga, Latvia
2020.03 – 2020.12
Sales Manager @ SPH Engineering
(sphengineering.com)
• Developed and implemented global sales strategies for SPH Engineering’s UgCS product
• Executed end-to-end sales activities, with a primary focus on the USA, Europe, and Asia
• Facilitated communication between technical teams and clients
Location: Remote / Riga, Latvia
…and much more (been a librarian, sold engine-oil in South Africa, PR projects, etc.).
Education
2016
L.L.M. in International and EU law (not completed)
Riga Graduate School of Law
2014
BA in Law and Diplomacy
Riga Graduate School of Law
2011
International Baccalaureate
International School of Latvia
Languages
Native
Basic
English & Latvian
Russian & German