Alexander Polyakov

Breezy is a groundbreaking platform that revolutionizes partnership discovery by scanning the entire web for relevant partners. At Breezy, I spearheaded the definition of product requirements and led a tech team, managing both in-house and remote third-party teams and suppliers. Responsible for the product pipeline, infrastructure, and feature development, I also oversaw hiring and budgeting. My leadership contributed significantly to creating Breezy's vast partnership database, the Partnerships Graph, powered by AI-driven recommendations.

Adbloom serves clients across the US and Canada in lead generation. I was responsible for the development of a tracking platform that facilitated swift integrations with advertisers' web and mobile applications. I ensured the stable operation of the affiliate network, maintaining seamless connections with third-party attribution tracking systems such as Kochava, AppsFlyer, and Branch. I also oversaw our in-house traffic arbitrage and media buying department.

The company specializes in custom software development tailored for leaders in affiliate marketing and AdTech. We serve clients from the USA, Canada, and Europe. Our portfolio includes collaborations with cashback services, leading media buying and affiliate agencies, numerous innovative startups, and the R&D division of the world's most popular search engine.

In 2017, AM Navigator was distinguished by Rakuten Marketing as the best outsourced affiliate program management (OPM) agency. My role involved representing the agency's clients in Russia, engaging in public speaking at conferences, and conducting negotiations with local companies. Clientele included brands such as Skype, Forbes, Nectar, and others.

Leading Russian performance marketing network, predominantly serving clients in online retail. I was responsible for the development and promotion of the brand, managing public relations, establishing the sales department, building the advertiser support team, overseeing finances, and contributing to strategic planning.

Conducted courses in International Business, International Economics, Quality Management, and Digital Marketing for Russian and English-speaking students.

Firm specializing in software development for Scandinavian companies (.Net and Ruby On Rails business applications, UX design). I managed human resources, sales, client negotiations, high-level project control, and daily operations of the St. Petersburg office.

Led the St. Petersburg subsidiary of a Sweden-based business strategy consulting company specializing in market research, business partner search, and support for doing business in Russia. Responsibilities encompassed HR, project management, and business supervision. Clients included Handheld Europe AB, OpenText AB, Expedo AB, and others.

Worked closely with Swedish SMEs interested in expanding into the Russian market. Conducted market research, studied product placement, evaluated business opportunities, researched local market players, arranged meetings with potential business partners, and led negotiations.

Graduate School of Management, recognized for Financial Times ranking and international accreditations (AMBA, EQUIS). Programs developed in collaboration with leading international business schools including Haas School of Business, UC Berkeley.

Comprehensive English-taught course focused on leadership, analytical, and management skills in global business. Practice-oriented approach, international faculty, options for double degree or semester abroad.

Strong focus on advanced foreign language studies (English, German, French).

Volunteered regularly with City Friends Club, a Cyprus-based environmental charity focused on community-driven public space cleanups and sustainability. Participated in monthly organised efforts to remove litter from streets, parks, beaches and green areas, supported waste-sorting education and helped strengthen local civic stewardship for cleaner, healthier urban environments.