Lukas Hlavac

Growth Product Manager

Project Management

Process Improvement

SaaS

Team Management

Management

Business Strategy

Technology

Data Analysis

Financial Modeling

Leadership

Process Optimization

Operations Management

B2B Marketing

Growth Marketing

Growth Hacking

Growth

Strategic Planning

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Experienced Business Leader and Mentor

Experienced executive and entrepreneur with a focus on operational excellence and growth in emerging markets. Founded a multimillion-dollar e-commerce venture in China in 2014, recognized by Vogue and Elle, and received significant investment, leading to an acquisition offer. As China General Manager for a leading CEE company, achieved 300% profit growth in a year. Currently, Chairman of the Czech Chamber of Commerce in Shanghai and advisor for startups, leveraging global experience and fluency in Mandarin to drive strategic growth. Holds two master's degrees and has a rich background in technology, business, and cross-cultural leadership. Seeking roles as a COO to apply expertise in strategic growth and operations management.

Projects

Financial modeling for B2B SaaS

As an advisor to Eqvista, the cap table and valuation SaaS, I provided guidance and expertise in strategy, growth, and financial modeling. Leveraging my knowledge in the SaaS industry, I assisted Eqvista in optimizing their business strategies, driving growth, and developing robust financial models. Together, we worked towards maximizing the value and success of Eqvista's innovative SaaS solution.See More

Head of Growth for Smart Guide

As the Head of Growth and Strategy Advisor for SmartGuide in the travel tech industry, I spearheaded remarkable achievements, including 1 million app downloads, all accomplished without any marketing spend. Through innovative strategies and a deep understanding of the market, I propelled SmartGuide's success, solidifying its position as a leading player in the travel tech sector.maSee More

Strategy formulation and execution for B2B SaaS

At APUtime, I leveraged my expertise as a fractional COO, specializing in strategy, growth, and financial modeling. From Feb to Jun 2022, I played a pivotal role in preparing the company for its pre-A fundraising round. My focus on crafting robust business strategies and growth marketing plans, coupled with my proficiency in financial modeling, significantly contributed to APUtime's strategic direction and readiness for investment. My tenure underscored my ability to drive operational excellence and financial success, embodying my skills in business strategy, growth marketing, and financial analysis. See More

Work History

General Manager Lasvit Shanghai

LASVITJan 2019 - Present • 5 yrs 10 mosFull P/L responsibility for the China branch, managing R&D, engineering, production and project management teams. Grew the branch profit by 300% through increased margins in the first year. Implemented data-based decision making and management using PowerBi. Diversified the branch income from reliance on China to Middle East and South East Asia.

Mentor

Orbit StartupsDec 2022 - Present • 1 yr 11 mosHelping scale breakthrough startups from around the globe across emerging and frontier markets in Southeast and South Asia, the Middle East, Africa and the Americas. Mentoring startups with strategy and growth.

Mentor

Bitcoin Frontier FundJan 2023 - Present • 1 yr 10 mosHelping ambitious people build a better internet on Bitcoin.

Stacks Accelerator Mentor

StacksJun 2021 - Present • 3 yrs 5 mosDeveloped by a team of PhDs and top-notch tech leaders, Stacks enables a generation of apps that restore balance and ownership on the web.

Chairman of the Board

Czech Chamber of Commerce in Shanghai (CzechCham Shanghai)Apr 2019 - Present • 5 yrs 7 mosEstablished CzechCham in Shanghai as the first CEE Chamber of Commerce in the city. Gathered initial support from 27 most influential Czech companies with a presence in China.

Growth Marketing Advisor

SmartGuideJan 2019 - Present • 5 yrs 10 mosGrew the SmartGuide app from 0 to 0.5M app installs. SmartGuide is a ready-built platform for you to publish your own engaging and certified Covid-safe guides.

Business Advisor

EqvistaSep 2021 - Present • 3 yrs 2 mosSophisticated equity management software that allows companies, investors, and company shareholders to track, manage, and make intelligent decisions about their companies' equity.

Strategy & Fundraising Advisor

APUtimeFeb 2022 - Jun 2022 • 5 mosAdvising on strategy, growth, and financial modeling. Prepared company for pre-A fundraising round.

University Lecturer - Global Marketing

Shenzhen UniversityAug 2018 - Jan 2019 • 6 mosUniversity lecturer at the College of International Exchange (Global Marketing).

Education

Shanghai Jiao Tong University

EBA, Business2020 - 2021

University of Economics in Prague, Faculty of Business Administration

Master, Business administration2008 - 2011

Czech Technical University in Prague, Faculty of Electrical Engineering

Master, Project managament in electrical engineering and information technology2001 - 2008

University of Economics in Prague

Bachelor, Business administration2003 - 2007

2004 - 2005

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