
Leo (Leonid) KULYK
Advisor in Digital Strategy & Business Development
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1110 Morges, Suisse
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Federal Department of Economic Affairs, Education and Research EAER
Office of the Price Supervisor (PRS)
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À propos
Introduction
Over 25 years of international experience in executive management across IT and business leadership, intrapreneurship, entrepreneurship. Demonstrated success at leading in the organizations such as Nestlé, MSC Cruises, AlpsDiscovery Group and the Commune of Tolochenaz (VD), consistently delivering results through people, technology, and process optimization. Expert in IT and business development, organizational strategy, digital transformation, systems architecture, artificial intelligence, and cloud services. Passionate about people and innovation, with a strong focus on simplicity, sustainability, and meaningful impact. Multilingual leader fluent in English, French, Ukrainian, Russian, and Polish. A committed investor, intrapreneur, entrepreneur, and public servant.
Expérience de travail
Conseiller communal de la commune de Tolochenaz, Vaud
La comune de Tolochenaz, Vaud
nov. 2023 - Présent
3 ans
1131 Tolochenaz, Suisse
- Représentation des citoyens - Participation aux sessions du Conseil communal - Membre de commissions ad hoc - Membre de la Commission de gestion - Collaboration avec les autorités communales et intercommunales - Suivi des projets locaux - Relations avec les citoyens - Création et analyse de propositions et d’initiatives - Élaboration de politiques pour la communauté
Advisor in Digital Strategy & Business Development
AlpsDiscovery.shopFreelance
août 2023 - Présent
3 ans 3 mois
1131 Tolochenaz, Suisse
Digital Business Development Consultant & Strategist – E-commerce, Retail & Digital Operations AlpsDiscovery Group | Switzerland & International Supports companies, brands, and retail actors in designing, structuring, and scaling digital business models, with a strong focus on e-commerce, omnichannel retail, and operational digitalization. This role combines strategy, execution, and hands-on implementation, helping businesses transform ideas into profitable, scalable, and automated operations. Key areas of expertise and responsibility: • Digital business strategy & go-to-market planning (B2B, B2C, marketplaces) • E-commerce architecture & scaling (Shopify, marketplaces, cross-border sales) • Retail & omnichannel strategy (online ↔ physical integration) • Digital operations & automation (ERP, CRM, workflows, logistics, fulfillment) • Marketplace onboarding & feed management (Google, Etsy, Meta, etc.) • Supplier, product & pricing structuring at scale • Process optimization, analytics & performance monitoring • Integration of IT, marketing, logistics, and finance into unified systems Within AlpsDiscovery Group, operates at the intersection of: • Digital consulting & managed services • E-commerce and retail operations • Logistics, fulfillment, and digital tools • Automation, integrations, and data-driven decision-making Collaborates with entrepreneurs, SMEs, retailers, hospitality actors, and international partners, acting as both a strategic advisor and an operational partner, with a clear objective: to create sustainable growth, operational clarity, and measurable business value through digital transformation.
Advisor in Digital Strategy & Business Development
AlpsDiscovery DigtialFreelance
déc. 2021 - Présent
4 ans 11 mois
1131 Tolochenaz, Suisse
Member of the Advisory Board, supporting AlpsDiscovery Group’s growth by aligning digital innovation with smart business strategies. Innovation, Artificial Intelligence & Digital Product Lead AlpsDiscovery.digital | AlpsDiscovery Group Drives innovation and artificial intelligence initiatives across AlpsDiscovery Group, placing AI, automation, and advanced digital solutions at the core of business development, operations, and scalability. This role leads the design, ownership, and evolution of AI-driven digital products, platforms, and internal business software, ensuring that technology directly serves business performance, efficiency, and sustainable growth. Core responsibilities and scope: • Innovation leadership with a strong focus on Artificial Intelligence and automation • Product ownership of AI-enabled digital platforms and internal tools • Definition of product vision, roadmaps, and innovation programs • Program & project management for complex, cross-functional digital initiatives • Business-driven software development for the Group (“business-first tech”) • Design and implementation of automation workflows, AI-assisted processes, and system integrations • Architecture and orchestration of digital ecosystems (ERP, CRM, e-commerce, marketplaces) • Use of data, analytics, and AI models to support forecasting, pricing, operations, and decision-making • Continuous improvement of operational efficiency through innovative digital solutions Within AlpsDiscovery.digital, acts as the innovation and digital intelligence engine of the Group, supporting: • E-commerce and marketplace platforms • Retail and omnichannel operations • Logistics, fulfillment, and supplier integration • Digital services, managed services, and automation offerings • Internal productivity, analytics, and decision-support systems Ensuring that AI and digital innovation remain practical, scalable, secure, and value-oriented, rather than experimental or purely technical.
Real Estate Investor, Advisor in Digital Strategy & Business Development
AlpsDiscovery.comFreelance
nov. 2007 - Présent
19 ans
Nendaz, Suisse
Identifies early-stage investment needs and strategic opportunities across the Group, with a focus on real estate assets, operational infrastructure, and digital-enabled growth. Manages and advises on residential and commercial real estate investments, overseeing asset structuring, value creation, optimization, and long-term positioning in alignment with the Group’s operational and financial strategy. Investment, Assets & Real Estate • Identification and evaluation of early investment needs and opportunities • Real estate investment strategy (residential & commercial) • Asset management, optimization, and value enhancement • Alignment of real estate assets with operational and business use cases • Long-term portfolio planning and risk management Public, Banking & Investor Relations • Interface with banks, financial institutions, public entities, and private investors • Structuring and coordination of financing solutions • Preparation of business cases, investment dossiers, and financial narratives • Support for negotiations, partnerships, and institutional relations • Alignment of funding strategy with Group development roadmap Group Business Development Advisory • Strategic advisory role across Group business units • Identification of growth opportunities, partnerships, and synergies • Support for market entry, expansion, and diversification strategies • Alignment of business initiatives with financial, operational, and asset constraints • Long-term value creation and scalability planning Group Digital Technology Advisory • Advisory role on digital strategy, technology investments, and innovation • Alignment of digital tools, automation, and AI with business and asset strategy • Evaluation of technology ROI and operational impact • Support for digital transformation initiatives across the Group • Ensuring coherence between technology, operations, and investment decisions
MSC Cruises
sept. 2018 - déc. 2025
7 ans 4 mois
Genève, Suisse
IT Senior Manager - Strategy & Planning, Infra&Operations
févr. 2023 - déc. 2025
2 ans 11 mois
Genève, Suisse
IT Senior Manager - Strategy & Planning - IT Infrastructure & Operations of the enterprise Reporting to CIO and Head of Infra&Operations In charge of Strategy & Planning : - IT Services Management - IT Platforms & Infrastructure - IT Operations & Release Strategy & Planning : - management Strategy of largest IT unit composed of 6x IT teams, 35+ members worldwide, setting strategy goals, monitoring and evaluation of strategy execution. Existing Success: - several transformational programs (IT Platforms&Operations transformations, Hybrid Cloud implementations, new efficient IT Operations models - multiple infrastructure projects (Software Defined Data Centers, complex IT infra of new ships, new Island, new port terminals, new innovative IT solutions)
Head of IT Infrastructure and Operations
janv. 2020 - mars 2023
3 ans 3 mois
Geneva Area, Switzerland
Extraordinary journey with amazing and incredible team ! Head of IT Infrastructure & Operations of the enterprise Reporting to CIO In charge of : - IT Services Management - IT Platforms & Infrastructure - IT Operations & Release People: - management of largest IT unit composed of 6x IT teams, 35+ members worldwide, setting goals, monitoring and evaluation of performance, motivation for success, coaching and mentoring. Existing Success: - several transformational programs (IT Platforms&Operations transformations, Hybrid Cloud implementations, new efficient IT Operations models) - multiple infrastructure projects (Software Defined Data Centers, complex IT infra of new ships, new Island, new port terminals, new innovative IT solutions)
Senior IT Manager for Infrastructure and IAAS
sept. 2018 - déc. 2019
1 an 4 mois
Geneva Area, Switzerland
In charge of IT Infrastructure of the company : - Global Connectivity and Network solutions - Global WAN, LAN, WiFi, Firewalls, etc. - Data Centers and Remote Offices IT Infrastructure - Cloud based IT Infrastructure and Solutions - Digital Workplace, End User Computing and Mobility Solutions - Unified Communications and Collaboration Solutions IT Service Providers Governance and Infrastructure Operations Management
Nestlé
déc. 2000 - oct. 2018
17 ans 11 mois
Lausanne Area, Switzerland
IT Infrastructure Projects and Management , Enterprise Architect - Storages and Virtualization
janv. 2016 - oct. 2018
2 ans 10 mois
Lausanne Area, Switzerland
Nestle GLOBE TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS, Bussigny, Switzerland Zone EMENA IT Infrastructure Management at Nestlé. Enterprise Architect for Storages, Virtualization and Microsoft solutions. Roles: GLOBAL Architect for Storage area, zone EMENA IT Infrastructure management Responsibilities: Enterprise Storage, Microsoft Windows Servers, Virtualization, IT infrastructure projects design & architecture; outsourcing/outtasking/operations coordination; processes setup and optimization; services and solution ownership and delivery coordination; senior expert-level engineering on Storages, Microsoft and VMWare infrastructures (20K+ servers worldwide, 200+ storage systems worldwide)
Infrastructure Project Manager , VMWare, Storages and Microsoft Systems
janv. 2006 - janv. 2016
10 ans 1 mois
Lausanne Area, Switzerland
Nestle GLOBE TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS, Bussigny, Switzerland Roles: senior IT Infrastructure engineer & project manager; global and regional solutions and services owner; incident, problem, change, release coordinator . Responsibilities: Microsoft Windows Servers, SAN Network and Enterprise Storage, VMWare, NetBackup projects lead; incidents/problems/change and release coordination; outsourcing/outtasking/operations coordination; processes setup and optimization, DMAIC; company infrastructure projects design & architecture; services and solution owner and delivery coordinator, team coordination & people management; senior expert-level engineering on Microsoft and VMWare infrastructures (20K+ windows servers worldwide, 140+ storage systems worldwide); CAPEX / OPL, resources planning
Application Servers Support Team Lead
mars 2004 - déc. 2005
1 an 10 mois
Lausanne Area, Switzerland
Nestle Information Technology Operational Centre N.V./S.A, Brussels, Belgium, Nestle-Group (Switzerland) Roles: Team Lead of Application Server Support Team, Windows 2000 Migration Project Manager (Application Servers) Responsibilities: Team Leader; Administering and Support of 600+ WINDOWS application servers in zone Europe for Nestle organization. Experience: Windows 2000/NT4.0, MS SQL 2000/7.0. Projects: migration of NT4 application servers into W2K environment in zone Europe. Design of backup and disaster recovery solutions for application servers.
System Administrators Group Lead
déc. 2000 - mars 2004
3 ans 4 mois
Lausanne Area, Switzerland
Roles: Group Lead of System Administering Group; Windows 2000 Migration Project Manager (Infrastructure and Applications Servers) Responsibilities: leader of the team of four engineers; administering of LAN, WAN (CISCO catalysts/routers, VoIP), tuning and administering of IT of the division (300+ workstations & 30+ servers - Windows NT/2000, IBM AS-400) Experience: Windows 2000/NT, MS Exchange 2000, MS SQL 2000, IBM OS-400, Unix Free BSD. Projects: put in place telecommunication systems of division (with IP telephony gate); design, planning and implementation of global WAN, LAN + global VoIP solution. Design/deployment/maintenance of: Windows NT/2000 domains; MS Exchange mail system; I-VPN solution to connect local IT with Nestle corporate WAN; backup and disaster recovery solutions. Implementation and support of WAN based on Cisco Systems equipment. Merge of several Windows NT infrastructures into one NT domain with further successful migration to W2K. Implementation of MS Exchange mail system, backup solution based on VERITAS Backup Software.
Formation
TRAININGS: Professional IT Trainings
Trainings, Professional
Résultat : Certificates of Continous Education
Professional IT Trainings JUN 2017 - Microsoft SCVMM MAR 2015 - Microsoft Azure OCT 2013 - HP StoreVirtual 4000 Storage Admin. & Config. JUL 2012 - VMware vSphere 5: Install, Configure, Manage JUN 2012 - HP 3PAR InServ/StoreServ Array Technologies MAY 2011 – Symantec NetBackup 7.0 Architecture and Administering APR 2011 - Microsoft "Automating Admin. with Windows PowerShell 2.0” MAR 2011 – Microsoft “Admin. Windows Server 2008” JUN 2007 - ITIL Foundation APR 2005 - Microsoft "Admin. of SQL Server 2000" NOV 2003 - Microsoft "Admin. of Exchange Server 2000" OCT 2001 - Microsoft "Implementing and Admin. Windows 2000 Directory Services" - MS "Implementing Microsoft Windows 2000 Network Infrastructure" - MS "Implementing Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional and Server" - MS "Microsoft Windows 2000 Networking and Operating Systems Essentials"
Ivan Franko National University of Lviv
Master’s Degree, Applied Mathematics & Informatics
Résultat : Master
Activités et associations : Department of Mathematical Modelling
Leuven University (Belgium) in 2006 issued Belgian diploma equivalent
Lviv Physics and Mathematics Lyceum (Ukraine, Lviv)
High School, Physics & Mathematics
Résultat : High Schol, Lyceum
Activités et associations : Physics and Mathematics Advanced Studies
College Specialized on Physics and Mathematics Advanced Studies
TRAININGS: Career Development / Soft Skills
Career Development / Soft Skills
Résultat : Certificates of Continous Education
Soft Skills & Personal Development Trainings - Leadership - Emotional Intelligence - Process Communication - Leadership for Project Managers - Design Thinking - Finances - Introduction course - Listening and negotiations skills - Business English - Innovation and Renovation - Building Powerful Relationships - Project Management - Be negotiator
Licences et certifications
Learning to Be Approachable
Délivré le : juil. 2023
DevOps Foundations: Microservices
Délivré le : juil. 2020
Portfolio

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