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DARIA OPOLONETS
COO | HEAD OF BUSINESS OPERATIONS
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SUMMARY
Results-driven executive with 15+ years of experience in finance, operations, and business
strategy. Proven expertise in financial management, process optimization, and strategic
planning to drive efficiency and profitability. Skilled in FP&A, digital transformation, and
automation to enhance scalability. Strong track record of leading international expansion,
improving operational efficiency, and leveraging data analytics for informed decision-
making. Adept at team leadership, problem-solving, and executing business
transformations for sustainable growth.

WORK EXPERIENCE
HealthTech Startup Pilzi, LegalTech Startup Letify (UAE) | 2025
CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER
Conducted market research and analysis, and target audience research and analysis
Developed business and financial models, unit economic for all projects,
Created a marketing strategy, secured 6 grants totaling over $30,000
Assembled a development team, prepared technical specifications as a product owner, and
organized workflows to ensure processes stayed within deadlines
Led the MVP launch to market as a Product Owner: built the product roadmap, ensured its
execution, defined requirements for the designer and Technical Team Lead, tested the product,
and documented user flows
Building team workflows (Scrum) and reporting systems (P&L, cash flow, balance sheet)
Implementing ERP and CRM systems
Evaluating process efficiency and optimization
Developed the project budget, monitored its use, and achieved a 50% cost optimization through
efficient budget management

Clothing sewing manufacture (Ukraine) | 2010 - 2024
CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER
Established and scaled a manufacturing facility from the ground up, reducing production costs by
30% through process optimization.
Designed and implemented financial models, improving cash flow and P&L management, leading
to a 25% increase in profitability.
Led a cross-functional team of 500+ employees, enhancing productivity through leadership
coaching and performance management.
Expanded business operations into European and US markets, driving revenue growth by 40% YoY.
Secured and managed grants totaling $500,000, overseeing applications, business planning, and
compliance reporting.
Managed crisis response strategies, ensuring financial stability during market downturns and
unforeseen disruptions.
Developed and implemented KPI frameworks, aligning operations with strategic business goals
and improving accountability.
Breakfast delivery service Sunrise factory | 2014 - 2017
HEAD OF OPERATIONS | FINANCE MANAGER
Founded and scaled a food delivery service from the ground up, optimizing logistics and
operations, resulting in a 40% faster delivery time and a 60% increase in order fulfillment capacity.
Developed a strategic expansion plan, tripling customer reach and growing market presence to
five districts in Kyiv.
Led PR & SMM campaigns, driving a 70% boost in social media engagement and acquiring 10K+ new
customers through influencer partnerships.
Designed and monitored financial models, increasing profitability by 35% and maintaining a 20%
month-over-month revenue growth.

Fashion brand Bloosand | 2010 - 2018
GENERAL MANAGER
Founded and scaled a new fashion brand, establishing efficient manufacturing processes and
increasing production to 3,000 units per year.
Negotiated key partnerships and secured 10 retail and online distributors, driving a 3x revenue
growth within two years.
Led assortment planning and collection development, optimizing product cycles to reduce time-
to-market by 40% and boosting sell-through rates by 25%.
Managed financial planning, budgeting, and cash flow forecasting, increasing profitability by 30%
and ensuring consistent 20% annual revenue growth.

EDUCATION
Master degree, Business management,
Taras Shevchenko National University in Kyiv | 2006 - 2010

LANGUAGUES
Ukrainian - Native Russian - Native English - C1

SKILLS
CRM & ERP Supply chain management
Microsoft Office 365 Business scaling
Project management tools Team leadership
International Business Expansion (EU, Data analysis, KPI monitoring
USA) Customer experience, service
Operational strategy optimization
Financial management Digital transformation
Negotiation & Stakeholder Communication, problem-solving
Management SCRUM