Research & Consulting

Research & Consulting

OFFICE — TEAM

A Team Built Around Your Objectives

For each project, we assemble a team with the right sector knowledge and methodological expertise. Our specialists combine analytical rigour with a practical understanding of client needs—from defining the challenge to delivering actionable solutions.

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Viktor Karvatskyy

Partner, Head of Consulting

Work Experience:Viktor Karvatskyy has 6+ years of experience in strategic and investment consulting, with a focus on energy, infrastructure, and climate. He worked on strategic assignments at Blunomy and held the role of strategy analyst at Alstom. His experience also spans across the financial, telecommunications, and FMCG sectors, advising global brands such as Nestlé.
Education:● MSc in International Energy at SciencesPo Paris (France)● LLM at Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv (Ukraine)● BA in International Relations at Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv (Ukraine)
Specialisation:Energy, Sustainability, Transport, Trade, Industry
Languages:Ukrainian, English, French, German

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Taras Prodaniuk

Partner, Head of Research

Work Experience:Taras Prodaniuk has 6+ years of experience in professional services, with a focus on financial consulting and research. He worked on international assignments at Integrity Global and held the role of consultant at Crowe. His experience also spans across risk assessment and policy evaluation, advising institutions such as Oxford University.
Education:● MSc in Politics Research at Oxford University (United Kingdom)● LLM at Law Faculty Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv (Ukraine)● BA in International Relations at Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv (Ukraine)
Specialisation:Public Policy, Social Research, Data Analysis, Methods
Languages:Ukrainian, English, French

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Dr. Bohdan Veselovskyi

Senior Consultant

Work Experience:Dr. Bohdan Veselovskyi, PhD in International Law, has 7+ years of experience in legal and strategic consulting, focusing on European integration and public policy. He worked on policy assignments at the Ministry of Justice of Ukraine and held the role of chief legal consultant at the Verkhovna Rada. His experience spans the government and international development sectors, advising institutions such as the Council of Europe.
Education:● PhD in International Law, Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv, Institute of International Relations (2023)● Master’s Degree in International Law, Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv, Institute of International Relations (2019)● Bachelor’s Degree in International Law, Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv, Institute of International Relations (2017)
Specialisation:Public Sector, International Law, EU Integration, EU Acquis
Languages:Ukrainian, English, French

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Dr. Borys Knysh

Senior Consultant

Work Experience:Dr. Borys Knysh specialises in AI and machine learning consulting, focusing on computer vision and data analysis. He worked on complex analytical assignments at CERN and held the role of AI specialist at 7SensingSoftware. His experience spans the defence tech and cybersecurity sectors, advising technology companies such as Crane Payment Innovations.
Education:● Ph.D in Particle Physics at Paris-Saclay University (France)● MSc in High Energy Physics at Taras Schevchenko National University of Kyiv (Ukraine)● Bachelor’s Degree in Physics at Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv (Ukraine)
Specialisation:Machine Learning, Computer Vision, Signal Processing, Data Analysis, High-Energy Physics
Languages:Ukrainian, English, French

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Rostyslav Filipets

Senior Consultant

Work Experience:Rostyslav Filipets specialises in strategy and policy consulting, focusing on sustainability, market positioning, and post-war recovery. He worked on strategic assignments within the Jung von Matt Group and holds the role of analyst at Venture Kick. His experience spans the insurance, logistics, finance, and public policy sectors, advising institutions such as the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine.
Education:● MSc in Political Science, University of Zurich (Switzerland)● BA in International Relations at Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv (Ukraine)
Specialisation:Strategy, Investments, Finance, Sustainability
Languages:Ukrainian, English, German, Turkish

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Andrii Bilovusiak

Consultant

Work Experience:Andrii Bilovusiak specialises in strategic consulting, focusing on climate finance, economic development, and sustainability. He worked on assignments at the European Investment Bank, EBRD, and CIVITTA, and held the role of senior climate analyst at Principles for Responsible Investment. His experience spans the public and environmental sectors, advising institutions such as the United Nations.
Education:● Master of Public Administration, Economic Policy at London School of Economics (United Kingdom)● Bachelor of International Relations and Communications at Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv (Ukraine)
Specialisation:Public Policy, Economic Policy, Climate Finance, Social Impact, Political Economy
Languages:Ukrainian, English, Polish, Spanish, Arabic

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Olena Yurkovska

Consultant

Work Experience:Olena Yurkovska specialises in strategic consulting, focusing on finance, sustainability, and public policy. She worked on assignments at Eurogroup Consulting in Paris and held the role of parliamentary assistant at the Verkhovna Rada. Her experience spans market entry and private sector development, including initiative work for global brands such as Guerlain.
Education:● Master in Management, Minor in Strategy, Finance & Sustainability at HEC Paris (France)● Master in Economics & Social Sciences at EHESS(France)● Bachelor of Public Administration at Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv (Ukraine)
Specialisation:Finance, Private Equity, Strategy, Sustainability
Languages:Ukrainian, English, French

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Ihor Tretiak

Consultant

Work Experience:Ihor Tretiak specialises in corporate finance and financial planning, focusing on strategic budgeting, performance analysis, and market expansion. He worked on financial control assignments at L’Oréal and held the role of business development manager. His experience spans the FMCG, FinTech, digital marketing, and DeFi sectors, advising global brands such as L’Oréal.
Education:● BA & MA in International Business, Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv● MSc in Business Administration, Simon Kuznets Kharkiv National University of Economics & Abertay University (UK)● PhD Candidate in Finance, Sumy State University
Specialisation:Corporate Finance, Accounting & Financial Reporting, Fintech & Decentralised Finance (DeFi), Business Development
Languages:Ukrainian, English

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Kristina Kovalova

Consultant

Work Experience:Kristina Kovalova has 5+ years of experience in public policy analysis and strategic research, focusing on quantitative methods, sentiment analysis, and policy innovation. She worked on research assignments for the KSE Institute, MoD, MFA and MSP. Her experience spans the public administration, international development, and data analytics sectors.
Education:● MPP, Master of Public Administration and Management, Kyiv School of Economics (KSE)● Bachelor of Economics, National University of Kyiv-Mohyla Academy (NUKMA)
Specialisation:Public Sector, Social Research, Data Analysis, Quantitative Methods
Languages:Ukrainian, English

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Yaroslav Suprun

Consultant

Work Experience:Yaroslav Suprun is an agribusiness and food-systems consultant with experience in sector research, market analysis and industry communications. Before joining DataDriven, he worked as a Senior Manager at ProAgro Group. His background combines practical knowledge of Ukraine’s agricultural sector with strong analytical writing, stakeholder engagement and international-affairs expertise.
Education:● BA & MA in International Relations at Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv (Ukraine)
Specialisation:Agri-Business, Food Systems
Languages:Ukrainian, English, French

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Mark Kuzmenko

Consultant

Work Experience:Mark Kuzmenko specialises in defence tech and policy consulting, AI integration and applied analytics. Worked on strategic research and consulting assignments for both private and public sector clients.
Education:● BA in International Relations at Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv (Ukraine)
Specialisation:Defence & Dual-Use, Data Collection, Qualitative Methods, OSINT, Data Analysis
Languages:Ukrainian, English, Spanish

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Serhii Montyk

Consultant

Work Experience:Serhii Montyk specialises in international relations and development consulting, focusing on humanitarian affairs, and data analytics. He worked on strategic research assignments for public sector clients and held the role of analyst in international development initiatives. His experience spans the public, humanitarian, and international affairs sectors.
Education:● BA & MA in International Relations at Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv (Ukraine)
Specialisation:Public Sector, Nonprofits, Data Collection, Qualitative & Quantitative Methods, SDR, Data Analysis
Languages:Ukrainian, English, Spanish

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Polina Sevidova

Consultant

Work Experience:Polina specializes in agriculture and agribusiness, with experience across agricultural production, AgTech, sustainable agriculture, food systems and value chains. At DataDriven, she has contributed to research and advisory projects for private-sector clients and international donor organisations.
Education:● BA in International Relations at Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv (Ukraine)
Specialisation:Agriculture, Agrovoltaics, Food Systems, Data Collection, Analysis
Languages:Ukrainian, English

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Maksym Diadenko

Consultant

Work Experience:Maksym Diadenko specialises in strategic consulting, financial modeling, and market intelligence, focusing on the private sector, including corporate finance, digital assets, and defence technology.
Education:● BA in International Relations at Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv (Ukraine)
Specialisation:Digital Assets, Financial & Business Modelling, Market Research, Regulatory Analysis, International Political Economy, Quantitative Methods, Data Analysis
Languages:Ukrainian, English, French

Our Board of Advisors

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Pierre Heilbronn

Senior Advisor

DataDriven

Pierre Heilbronn is a senior French executive and adviser with extensive experience in European affairs, international finance and investment, and a longstanding engagement with Ukraine. He served as the French President’s Special Envoy for Ukraine’s Relief and Reconstruction from 2023 to 2025, coordinating France’s engagement with the Ukrainian authorities, financial institutions, international partners and the private sector, with a particular focus on mobilising investment and supporting Ukraine’s reconstruction and European integration. Previously, he spent five years as Vice President for Policy and Partnerships and a member of the Executive Committee of the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD), where his responsibilities included country and sector strategies, policy engagement and international partnerships. He has also held senior positions at the French Ministry of Economy and Finance, the General Secretariat for European Affairs and the European Commission. He now advises companies, investors and institutions on European and international strategy, with a particular focus on Ukraine, reconstruction, strategic industries and investment.

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Şevki Acuner

Senior Advisor

DataDriven

Şevki Acuner is a financier and banker with extensive experience in international development finance, banking, risk management, and corporate governance. He spent almost 23 years at the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD), where he held senior roles across risk management, agribusiness, and country leadership, and served as EBRD Director for Ukraine from 2013 to 2018. Prior to joining the EBRD, Acuner worked at the Central Bank of Turkey, the Bank of Montreal, and the Royal Bank of Canada across North America and Europe. In Ukraine, he also held major governance roles, including Chairman of the Supervisory Board of Ukrainian Railways (UkrZaliznitsia), Chairman of the Supervisory Board of Ukrenergo, Chairman of the Supervisory Board of Oshadbank, Chairman of the Supervisory Board of Sense Bank, contributing to the reform and strategic development of key state-owned enterprises. He has also served as an independent board member at Tekfen Holding, Anadolu Efes, and Migros Ticaret.

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Kuninori Matsuda

Senior Advisor

DataDriven

Kuninori Matsuda is a seasoned Japanese diplomat with over 40 years of experience. He served as Japan’s Ambassador to Ukraine from 2021 to 2024, playing a key role in shaping Japan’s response to the Russian invasion. In 2024, he was awarded the Order of Merit, Third Class, by the President of Ukraine for his efforts to strengthen relations between the two countries. Matsuda has held significant roles in Japan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, including Director of the Russian Division and Deputy Director General at the National Institute of Public Administration. He has also served as Ambassador to Pakistan, Consul General in Hong Kong, and Deputy Head of Mission in Israel. After retiring from public service Kuninori took on several prominent roles, including Executive Advisor to Plus W Inc., ABC Style Co. Ltd., and Fukuvi Chemical Industry Co. Ltd., and became a member of the Advisory Council at DTEK, prominent Ukrainian energy company.

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Oksana Volchko

Senior Advisor

DataDriven

Oksana Volchko is a corporate governance, financial strategy, and institutional transformation expert with over 20 years of leadership and advisory experience. She served as an Independent Board Member at Ukrgasbank and Ukrposhta (2018–2023), playing a key role in strategy formulation, corporate governance enhancement, and transformation of Ukraine’s largest state-owned enterprises. Prior to that, she managed corporate client relations at Raiffeisen Bank Ukraine, serving as Director for Corporate Business and Head of Multinational Corporate Clients, where she led advisory projects for top-tier international companies. Today, Oksana advises private businesses and public institutions on ESG integration, governance reform, stakeholder engagement, and strategic business transformation, supporting long-term institutional development and alignment with international standards of corporate responsibility and sustainability

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At DataDriven, excellence is at the core of everything we do.

Our Expert Panels

For each practice area we operate in, we have built a dedicated panel of experts — highly ranked professionals with deep, niche-specific expertise. Each panel is carefully curated to ensure that we bring the most relevant, cutting-edge knowledge and practical experience to our clients.
Our panels include a combination of senior-level advisors with decades of industry leadership, mid-level specialists with strong sectoral expertise, and high-potential talents who offer fresh, innovative perspectives. This blend allows us to approach each project with both strategic vision and operational precision.
Whether it’s defence, finance, technology, public sector, or emerging sectors, each DataDriven panel is designed to provide comprehensive support tailored to the challenges and opportunities of that specific field. Our experts are located across Ukraine and globally, giving us a broad, international perspective combined with local insights.

To learn more about the distinguished professionals on our boards, we invite you to explore the dedicated pages for each industry we serve.Discover how our expertise can drive your success.

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