John
COO/Managing Director - USA - iCEO #15540

Experience

Creation of five B2B and B2C companies in post-Soviet Russia growing them to $140 Million in revenue and then merged them with 5 companies in Eastern Europe creating an integrated $775 Million private international operation.

Major Achievements

Created, staffed and grew an investor's start-up operations in Russia to $450+ Million in annual revenue. Hired, trained, and supervised over 1,000 Russian staff to run the 5 telecom companies. Positioned the investor's investments to be acquired by Yukos (sale price is confidential). Retained by Yukos as the COO.

Industry Sector Competencies

E-Commerce/Internet

Electronics

IT/Computer Hardware

Software

Systems Integration

Telecommunications

Professional Objectives

Function: CEO, COO

Sector: Any area referenced above

Interim Manager: Yes

Permanent Position: Yes

Operational: Yes

Availability: Full time

Prefered Locations: Open

Additional Professional Interests

Non executive director assignments

Countries Covered

China

Russia

Taiwan

USA

Operational Competencies

Business development (Professional)

Acquisition and shadow management (Professional)

New product or service launch (Professional)

Geographical expansion (Expert)

Company rescue or turnaround (Expert)

Close down or sell off (Expert)