Meet Our Jury

Results-driven marketing professional specializing in brand management, digital marketing, and project management. Proven expertise in leading teams to execute high-impact campaigns, drive sales, and enhance brand visibility. Skilled in strategic marketing, stakeholder management, and digital transformation, with a track record of optimizing ROI, launching successful initiatives, and fostering key partnerships. Adept at leveraging data-driven insights to boost campaign performance and engagement.

Anton Vert is an international entrepreneur and an expert in merch, marketing, and business events. CBDO of Swaggy.agency, business blogger, speaker, and corporate culture ambassador. Specializes in brand marketing, business development, merch, influencer marketing, and strategic networking. Focused on creating engaging merch, strengthening brands, and scaling businesses through global connections and industry events.

Maria Azatyan is a seasoned financial strategist with over 20 years of experience in AI, SpaceTech, and DeepTech sectors. As CFO of Alango Technologies and founder of Maro Academy, she specializes in financial modeling, international reporting, and investment readiness. Maria is the author of a methodology for assessing startup sustainability and risk, and a recognized thought leader on AI-driven finance and innovation ecosystems. She actively advises startups and contributes to global forums such as the SelectUSA Summit.

Saidova Laziza is the Founder of Indigo PR Agency and an international public relations expert specializing in strategic media positioning, reputation development, and personal brand strategy. Based in the United States and working internationally, she supports entrepreneurs, executives, and distinguished professionals in building visibility through global media, international awards, and high-level PR initiatives. Her expertise includes cross-border communications, professional positioning, and developing strategies that strengthen credibility and expand influence in competitive international markets.

Kamalbek Jurayev Founder & CEO, Havvo Express LLC | CEO, Abu Sahiy Cargo Winner, Logistics Executive of the Year — BIBA Global Awards 2025 Kamalbek Jurayev is an international logistics entrepreneur with more than two decades of experience in cross-border trade, freight forwarding, and supply chain infrastructure. He is the founder and CEO of Havvo Express LLC, a U.S.-based international logistics company providing air freight, e-commerce delivery, express shipping, and commercial export services across the United States, Central Asia, Europe, and East Asia. He also serves as CEO of Abu Sahiy Cargo, leading international cargo operations across additional corridors. Since founding Havvo Express in 2021, Kamalbek has built the company into a multi-location enterprise with U.S. operational hubs in New York, Chicago, Los Angeles, and a flagship warehouse in Delaware, alongside international teams in Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, and Kyrgyzstan. The company has served more than 50,000 customers, processed over 800,000 shipments, exports approximately 1,000 metric tons of cargo annually from the United States, and reached approximately $5 million in revenue in 2025. Active shipping corridors include Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Italy, Germany, Spain, South Korea, Saudi Arabia, Latvia, and Hong Kong. Commercial clients include DSN Group, Bioline, and KazVitamin. His career began in industrial metals processing in Kyrgyzstan in the late 1990s. By 2004 he had acquired controlling ownership of Osh Vtorchermet, directing the sourcing, processing, and export of non-ferrous scrap metals (including nickel and titanium) to Baltic and European markets. In parallel, he founded Rosagrobiznes, an agricultural processing business producing cottonseed and sunflower oil under the Altynay brand. From 2008 to 2010 he held positions with Kyrgyzdipservice (State Enterprise of Diplomatic Services) and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic, working in logistics and international coordination. Between 2014 and 2019 he founded and led PharmKey LLC in Kazakhstan, building international procurement channels for pharmaceutical and medical products with European suppliers, including regulatory compliance, cold-chain handling, and cross-border transportation of controlled goods. After relocating to the United States in 2019, he conducted a year of market research and feasibility analysis on U.S. logistics operations, which became the foundation for Basis E Corp (2020) and, subsequently, Havvo Express. In 2025 he was named Logistics Executive of the Year at the BIBA Global Awards in recognition of his work in designing a consolidation-based logistics model that closes a long-standing structural gap in the U.S.–Central Asia trade corridor, and for scaling Havvo Express into one of the most operationally effective cross-border platforms serving the region. Kamalbek is based in Brooklyn, New York. He speaks Uzbek (native), Russian and Kazakh (fluent), Kyrgyz (fluent), and English. He holds legal and technical academic backgrounds from Osh State University (Kyrgyzstan) and Andijan State Technical Institute (Uzbekistan). As a 2025 BIBA Global laureate, he brings to the jury more than twenty years of frontline operational experience across freight forwarding, international trade, regulatory compliance in multiple jurisdictions, and the building of multi-country logistics infrastructure from the ground up.

Madina Seisengaliyeva is a senior leader in digital advertising, AdTech, and market analytics with over a decade of experience across Central Asia. As Director Central Asia at Yandex Ads, she oversees the localization and expansion of AdTech products in Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, and Kyrgyzstan, managing a team of 50+ professionals and driving sustainable business growth. Previously, as Commercial Director at NielsenIQ Kazakhstan, she doubled the company’s business in three years and achieved record growth in 2023. With academic training from Oxford Brookes University and international fellowship experience in the United States, she brings a global perspective to regional innovation. Madina is also an active public speaker and mentor, committed to fostering talent and advancing digital commerce in emerging markets.

Andrei Kuznetсov is a senior executive in the FMCG sector with over 17 years of experience in strategic and operational leadership across regional markets. As Division Director at POBEDA Confectionery Factory, he oversees four regional branches and a team of 70+ employees, driving sustainable growth and operational efficiency. Throughout his career, Andrei has demonstrated a strong track record in scaling distribution networks, strengthening market presence, and delivering consistent profitability—even in challenging economic conditions. He is recognized for his expertise in crisis management, business process optimization, and client portfolio development. Under his leadership, key business units have achieved significant revenue growth, improved financial stability, and expanded product representation in major retail chains. His practical approach to restructuring and performance management has become a benchmark for effective turnaround strategies in FMCG. As a jury member, Andrei brings deep industry insight, a results-driven mindset, and extensive hands-on experience in evaluating business models, growth strategies, and operational excellence

Liubov Krasnoslobodtseva is an international media strategist and the founder of Strategix Media Agency with over 16 years of experience in journalism, PR, and crisis communications. She specializes in building professional reputations and strategic positioning for founders and businesses expanding into the USA, Europe, and Asian markets. A Senior Member of the E-Commerce & Digital Marketing Association (ECDMA), Liubov has a distinguished background as a TEFI-nominated journalist and former press secretary for major sports and regional organizations. Today, she leverages her deep media expertise to help clients transform their public image into a tool for growth and investment. Beyond her professional work, Liubov is a regular contributor to international business publications like CEO Today and a dedicated advocate for animal welfare organizations.

Katerina Roh is an internationally experienced specialist in digital marketing and performance advertising, with over five years of professional experience. She has worked with global brands including Colgate, Visa, and Swarovski, managing advertising budgets exceeding USD 500,000 and executing performance campaigns across Paid Search, Paid Social, and Programmatic channels. She has extensive experience managing and optimizing campaigns for more than 400 clients in the e-commerce sector. In 2023, Katerina received the Ukrainian Business Award in the category "Outstanding Expert of the Year in Digital Marketing and E-commerce." In 2024, she joined the Speaker Selection Committee of the international Digital & Ecomm EVN Conference, and in 2025 she was named a Gold Winner at the ECDMA Global Awards in the category "E-commerce Growth Leader in Scaling & ROAS Performance Lift."

Evgeniia Sonts is a seasoned PR expert, entrepreneur, and consultant with over 25 years of experience in strategic communications and personal branding. She is the founder of the PR agency ApPRove, which specializes in international promotion and personal brand development for business owners and creative professionals. Eugeniia Sonts exemplifies a professional who combines deep expertise in PR with personal charisma and an active life stance. Her approach to building personal brands and international promotion makes her a sought-after expert in her field. Articles about her clients have been published in leading international media such as Forbes, Yahoo Finance, and others. Throughout her career, Evgeniia has helped more than 500 entrepreneurs develop their personal brands, win prestigious awards, and build strong international reputations.

Yevgeniy Golota is a seasoned analytics and digital transformation expert with over a decade of experience driving innovation in the digital marketing and e-commerce sectors. Known for his pioneering contributions at Google, where he played a key role in developing tools like the Google Ads Performance Planner, Yevgeniy has consistently pushed the boundaries of data-driven strategies. His expertise spans building scalable analytics infrastructures, optimizing digital campaigns, and mentoring the next generation of industry professionals. Yevgeniy’s insights and leadership have made a lasting impact on global digital practices, positioning him as a thought leader in the field.

Marketing Analyst and Vice President at Glad Selena Corporation, Olena brings extensive expertise in digital marketing, e-commerce, and data-driven brand growth. She has led international campaigns, authored peer-reviewed research on information noise and consumer behavior, and is an active member of the Ukrainian Marketing Association and the ECDMA as a Senior Member. Her work focuses on innovative strategies that combine creativity with measurable results, advancing the standards of global marketing practice.

Anna Volchik is a force in the digital marketing landscape, specializing in the travel and hospitality sector. Her expertise lies in leveraging social media platforms like Instagram, YouTube, Pinterest, and TikTok to drive traffic, engagement, and customer acquisition for hotels worldwide. With a background in architecture and design, Anna brings a unique visual perspective to her content creation. Her ability to combine stunning visuals with compelling narratives has led to successful collaborations with renowned international brands including Lancôme, Penhaligon's, Pfizer, Lenovo, Yves Rocher, and more. Anna's experience spans working with the Turkish Hoteliers Association and over 30 hotels in 15 countries, showcasing her global reach and understanding of diverse markets. She is also passionate about knowledge sharing, offering online courses on brand collaboration and visual content creation, empowering fellow creators and professionals in the digital marketing industry.

Areas of Expertise: Pharmaceutical marketing & commercialization (Rx/OTC); market analytics & strategic insights; sales growth and territory development; medical communications; training & capability building; digital and remote engagement strategies in healthcare; pharmaceutical pricing and access optimization. Industry Experience: 10+ years in the pharmaceutical industry across leading global companies including Sandoz, AstraZeneca, and Servier. Proven track record in driving product adoption, exceeding sales targets, and implementing innovative go-to-market strategies. Author of Rx for Success (2024), an award-winning methodology for pharmaceutical promotion adopted in real business practice. Active industry expert, published author of scientific and business articles, and frequent media contributor. Judging Experience: Jury Member of the “Business Breakthrough” competition, evaluating innovative and high-potential business projects across industries. Reviewer of scientific publications and editorial board member in the field of economics, ensuring analytical rigor and objective assessment standards. Motivation: While my core specialization is in the pharmaceutical industry, the principles behind my work—market analysis, strategic positioning, sales optimization, and customer-centric thinking—are universal and directly applicable to any business sector. In my work, I combine hands-on commercial experience with a structured, analytical approach. This allows me to look at projects not just from an industry perspective, but in terms of how scalable, practical, and impactful they are in real life. I value strong ideas that actually work in practice. I enjoy identifying projects that are not only innovative, but also grounded, transferable, and capable of delivering real results across different industries.

Kirill Timofeev is the Founder and CEO of Mad Lead Printer, an international email marketing and automation agency based in Belgrade. With over a decade of experience in digital strategy, lifecycle marketing, and CRM automation, he has led projects across fintech, SaaS, and e-commerce sectors, achieving measurable growth for clients from Silicon Valley to London. As Fractional CMO and Managing Partner at GFS Group (U.S.), he helped the platform grow more than tenfold in annual revenue and made email a major revenue channel. A member of the E-Commerce & Digital Marketing Association (ECDMA) and Russian Guild of Marketers, Kirill also serves as a jury member for international awards, sharing his expertise at the intersection of technology, data, and strategic marketing.

7 figure seller LLB, LLM, founder of marketplace litigation center

Kostyantyn Cherednychenko is a strategist who turns complex eCommerce challenges into growth engines. Over the past decade, he has architected data-driven advertising systems and marketplace expansion strategies that have helped global and emerging brands thrive in fiercely competitive arenas. Known for blending technical precision with commercial vision, he has built proprietary optimization frameworks, launched brands into new international markets, and delivered measurable results at scale. Driven by a passion for digital marketing and the evolving landscape of eCommerce, his work bridges analytics, creativity, and market insight, shaping the next wave of digital commerce excellence.