Mariia

Mariia Ivanenko
[open contact info](look above in the "contact info" section) ● Kyiv, Ukraine ● [open contact info](look above in the "contact info" section)

EDUCATION
Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv 2025 - 2029
History and archaeology: “American and European Studies”(with advanced program in foreign languages)

WORK EXPERIENCE

International Partnerships & Operations Manager March. 2026 - Present
Veronika Blyzniuchenko brand & Foundation|Kyiv, Ukraine
Led C-level business development meetings with international companies and licensing partners, including direct negotiations with founders
and CEOs such as Dr. Amer Bitar, Founder & CEO of BBM Licensing. Launched and organized a long-term art therapy initiative “Drawing a
Beautiful Future” for children in Kharkiv, establishing weekly workshops that continue to provide creative and emotional support to local
communities. Oversaw and contributed to SMM and external brand communications, supporting the company’s positioning and visibility
across international markets. Mentored and managed the development of 2 team members.

Coordinator of the Analytical Department Dec. 2025 - March 2026
UGeneration |Kyiv, Ukraine
Coordinated an analytical project focused on researching and developing youth policy in the Chernihiv region. Collected and systematized data,
facilitated strategic sessions for the team, monitored departmental workflows and evaluated their effectiveness, coordinated communication,
and prepared analytical materials and practical recommendations for local self-government bodies in the Chernihiv region.

Content Creator Apr 2024 - Aug 2024
Public Alliance "Political Action of Women" |Kyiv, Ukraine
Created and developed analytical content focused on women’s participation in politics and global election trends. Produced 6 publications
combining research, political analysis, and accessible communication to increase audience engagement and awareness of gender equality issues.

SEO-Copywriter Sep. 2024 - Present
Live Page|Kyiv, Ukraine
Developed 50+ seo optimized texts for Sova jewelry house, which raised website traffic and brought about 5,000 potential clients. Worked on
outreach for such companies as CP Company, Aromateque, Barbour, Carhartt and Premiata.

EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
Lecturer Aug. 2022 - Jan 2025
Teenergizer|Kyiv, Ukraine
Conducted 50+ trainings on mental well-being and 15 trainings on sexual health covering 500+ teenagers. By creating training on 'Professional
Burnout and Quality Rest,' was able to assist about 80 teenagers in finding activities and jobs that they truly want to do.

Online Speaker, Rising Minds Podcast Jul 2023
Botnar Foundation|Kigali, Rwanda
In my part of the episode, I raised pressing questions about the equality of women and men in Ukrainian society, the care of their mental health
during martial law and the deportation of Ukrainians from the occupied territories by the Russian army.

Participant of the conference on the threat of gender discrimination during election processes May. 2024
Public Alliance "Political Action of Women" |Kyiv, Ukraine
Participated in a conference addressing challenges women face during elections and the underrepresentation of female experts in the media.
Contributed to developing strategies to overcome these barriers. As a result, produced 6 targeted materials aimed at engaging the "silent
majority" in electoral processes.

INTERNATIONAL STUDY PROGRAMS

Communicative School of Leaders (1% acceptance rate) Public Alliance "Political Action of Women" Sep 2023

Democracy Hubs in Switzerland (2% acceptance rate) Apr 2024

SKILLS

Partnership Development || Licensing & Royalties | SEO Optimization | Market Research & Analysis

LANGUAGES

Ukrainian | English | German | Polish