Julia Dubova
Dubai,UAE
Summary
Proficient in utilising MS Office Suite, Power BI, Tilda, Mailchimp, Canva, Notion, Trello, and Google Services to enhance productivity and streamline operations. Demonstrates strong analytical skills and a keen eye for detail in data management and visualisation. Adept at leveraging technology to drive efficiency and support organisational goals.
Innovative Chief Operating Officer with knack for streamlining operations and driving growth. Transformed underperforming departments into top performers by implementing strategic initiatives and fostering culture of accountability. Delivered significant improvements in operational efficiency and revenue growth by aligning team efforts with business goals.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Chief Operating Officer, Event Manager
Gingo Partners
Dubai
2023.01 - 2026.04
- Administer budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis processes to optimise financial stability and organisational structure.
- Develop and execute operational strategies, whilst collaborating with executive leadership to drive process enhancement.
- Delivered actionable insights to decision-makers by implementing data visualisation techniques and simplifying complex data.
- Led all aspects of two large-scale business events, Step Conference side event and VC Weekend conference, including logistics, budgets, and vendor relationship management.
- Drove 20% reduction in event management costs by negotiating value-added contracts, optimising event budgets, and securing sponsorship engagement.
- Fundraising, VC
Chief Financial Officer
Phoenix Industries
2023.01 - 2024.01
- Developed and implemented leading-edge strategies to maximise financial performance and drive sustainable growth.
- Oversaw financial planning, analysis, budgeting, and forecasting practices to reduce operational costs.
- Delivered strategic insights and supported decision-making processes, whilst capitalising on market opportunities to ensure company success and elevate market positioning.
- Executed international negotiations, securing equipment at lower prices overseas.
- Optimised profitability by administering cash flow and implementing cost-saving measures.
- Established company from inception by defining organisational vision and business objectives.
- Implemented robust financial planning and control system, resulting in sustained annual income growth of 20%.
- Drove operational excellence by developing high-performing team and introducing innovative production procedures.
- Led global negotiations for acquiring modern equipment, enhancing production facilities and global product competitiveness.
- Coordinated business trips to Turkey and UAE, elevating employee engagement in international projects and negotiations.
- Industrial Production
Chief Financial Officer / Manager of Company
VLV Trading
Dubai
2022.01 - 2023.01
- Created and executed long-term strategy to drive sustainable growth and market differentiation.
- Conducted comprehensive analysis to identify and prioritise areas of process enhancement.
- Oversaw licensing, legal structuring, banking, auditing, and investor's portfolio functions, leading to 5% additional ROI.
- Directed DMCC free-zone company, transforming struggling entity into a profitable organisation with 15% profit increase.
- Trading Arm & Family Office
Deputy Head of Economic Planning Department
Kuban Credit Bank
2016.01 - 2022.01
- Established and executed economic strategies to foster continuous growth and market expansion.
- Generated customised economic reports to deliver actionable insights for executive review.
- Administered financial analyses, forecasts, and economic evaluations to inform strategic decision-making and long-term planning.
- Promoted from economist to departmental leader within 3 years, overseeing team of 17 personnel.
- Orchestrated three bank employee events, enhancing staff engagement and fostering team cohesion.
- Improved decision-making effectiveness by coordinating development of Power BI system with IT team.
- Analysed existing processes and devised optimisation programme, achieving 10% reduction in operating costs.
- Boosted 20% productivity and quality by introducing performance-based employee motivation and bonus system.
- Orchestrated high-profile annual bank event for 400 attendees, receiving commendation from chairman of bank's board.
- Introduced financial performance analysis and forecasting methodology, enhancing the bank's ability to assess market trends accurately, leading to 15% increase in bank profits within first two years post-implementation.
- Reduced 35% budget preparation time and enhanced financial forecasting accuracy by integrating innovative tools and automating critical processes.
Education
Masters - Finance & Econometrics
University of York
UK 2015.01 - 2017.01
Bachelor - Economics, Department of Accounting, Analysis & Audit
Kuban State University
Russia 2011.01 - 2015.01
Skills
- MS Office Suite
- Power BI
- Tilda
- Mailchimp
- Canva
- Notion
- Trello
- Google Services
Websites
Languages
English, Fluent
Russian, Native
Italian, Basic
Qualifications Summary
- Proven success in negotiating value-added contracts and optimising event costs to maximise profitability.
- Capacity to create long-term strategies to steer sustainable growth, support market differentiation, and generate ROI.
- Proficient in financial planning, analysis, and forecasting practices to optimise financial stability and organisational efficiency.
- Skilled in developing and implementing operational strategies to enhance process efficiency and organisational growth.
- Expertise in leading all aspects of high-impact business events, including logistics, budgeting, vendor relationship management, and sponsorship engagement.
- Credible history of building and leading high-performing teams to achieve organisational goals and foster team cohesion.
- Well-versed in identifying and prioritising areas for process enhancement to streamline operations and improve overall efficiency.
Areas of Expertise
- Business Operations Management
- Continuous Process Enhancement
- Team Development & Leadership
- New Business Development
- Financial Planning & Analysis
- Contract Negotiation & Renewal
- Event Management
- Budgeting & Forecasting
- Strategic Partnership Building
Additional Experience
- Sales Assistant (Part-time), Nike, UK
- Executive Assistant (Part-time), EdWo Education, Moscow, Russia
Timeline
Chief Operating Officer, Event Manager
Gingo Partners
2023.01 - 2026.04
Chief Financial Officer
Phoenix Industries
2023.01 - 2024.01
Chief Financial Officer / Manager of Company
VLV Trading
2022.01 - 2023.01
Deputy Head of Economic Planning Department
Kuban Credit Bank
2016.01 - 2022.01
Masters - Finance & Econometrics
University of York
2015.01 - 2017.01
Bachelor - Economics, Department of Accounting, Analysis & Audit
Kuban State University
2011.01 - 2015.01