Alexander Vasilyev
CybersecurityDirector of AI & Digital Transformation · Helping enterprises become next-generation AI-native organisations · $15M+ delivered impact · 50+ programs · 4 AI products · Renascence Consulting · Dubai
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Director of AI & Digital Transformation · Helping enterprises become next-generation AI-native organisations · $15M+ delivered impact · 50+ programs · 4 AI products · Renascence Consulting · Dubai
AI and Digitalisation don't transform a company. A new operating model does, so across three planes: technology, business, and people. For 24 years, I've worked across eight industries: heavy mining, contemporary art, international education, real estate, retail, FMCG, healthcare, and premium fitness. Different sectors taught different lessons. Over the past two years, I've focused on agentic AI, AI coding, GenAI, and multi-agent systems. I build operating models in which AI and people work together as colleagues. Before AI, I was CIO of an LSE-listed gold mining major (8,000 staff, 110 IT FTE, $15M+ IT budget). I delivered $1.5M in cost optimisation and 98.997% SLA across UK/Russia operations. I was CTO of Letovo, the #1 IB school globally in 2025. I spent 7 years on a family office special project in contemporary art and 13 years building tech for a premium fitness chain, including the UFC Gym franchise. Across these roles, I delivered 300+ digital, innovation, and M&A programs alongside Big-4 and worked directly with Forbes-listed owners. Now, I'm Director of AI and Digital Transformation at Renascence Consulting in Dubai. I lead AI transformation programs for mid-to-large enterprises across the UAE, KSA, Cyprus, and the broader MENA region, often embedded as their fractional Chief AI Officer for the engagement. Over the past two years, I've delivered 50+ AI strategy and transformation programs, shipped four proprietary AI products into production, and built a corporate multi-model LLM platform with agentic workflows and AI governance. I also advise on Analytics at Retailhub, an FMCG startup. I work with enterprises rebuilding around hybrid agent-and-human teams, with new roles and new economics. Separately, I engage with family offices on AI strategy across portfolio companies. I also advise early-stage AI-native founders on landing their first enterprise contr
Moscow School of Management SKOLKOVO
Diploma of Education, Digital Transformation Management
February 1, 2019 – September 1, 2020
Russian Presidential Academy of National Economy and Public Administration
Master's degree, Innovation management
September 1, 2012 – November 1, 2015
Bauman Moscow State Technical University
Diploma of Education, Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management
February 1, 2007 – January 1, 2008
Moscow State University of Civil Engineering
Bachelor of Engineering - BE, Heat Transmission, Gas Supply and Ventilation
September 1, 1996 – March 1, 2005
Retailhub
Director of Analytics & Insights - Retail & FMCG
December 1, 2025 – Present
Dubai, United Arab Emirates · On-site
WORLDPATH•AI
Co-Founder
September 1, 2025 – Present
Dubai, United Arab Emirates · On-site
Renascence Consulting
Director of AI and Digital Transformation
April 1, 2024 – Present
Dubai, United Arab Emirates · On-site
Kalinka Middle East
Digital Transformation Director
September 1, 2022 – March 1, 2024
Dubai, United Arab Emirates · On-site
Petropavlovsk PLC
Chief Information Officer
March 1, 2021 – September 1, 2022
Russia · On-site
Школа ЛЕТОВО / LETOVO School
Director of Technology
January 1, 2020 – March 1, 2021
Russia · On-site
Garage Museum of Contemporary Art
Director of Digital and Technology
January 1, 2013 – January 1, 2020
Russia · On-site
World Class & UFC Gym Russia
Head of Project Management Office
May 1, 2011 – January 1, 2013
Moscow, Russia · On-site
World Class & UFC Gym Russia
IT Project Manager
March 1, 2007 – May 1, 2011
Moscow, Russia · On-site
World Class & UFC Gym Russia
Cyber Security Engineer
September 1, 2004 – March 1, 2007
Moscow, Russia · On-site
World Class & UFC Gym Russia
Information Technology Specialist
April 1, 2001 – September 1, 2004
Moscow, Russia · On-site
Process Mining Consultant - Smart Kitchen
July 1, 2019 – January 1, 2020
📂 At the X5 Retail Group's Smart Kitchen, a 26,000 sq m facility in the Moscow region, I worked as part of a team that produced over 200 ready-made products under the "Perekrestok Chef" brand. With its potential to make 120 tons of mass-produced products per day and employ up to 2,000 staff, this facility offers a range of 600+ items. It uses state-of-the-art technology and equipment to maintain top quality and food safety standards, reflecting a significant investment in the region's food industry and a firm commitment to innovation and high-quality products. My key project accomplishments include the following: ✅ Conducting process mining and data extraction from SAP S/4HANA to gather critical information about production processes; ✅ Developing initiatives to enhance production quality and minimize losses, utilizing Lean production methodologies; ✅ Successfully increasing daily output from 12 to 60 tons by December 2019, achieving a significant production target.
Business Consultant - H-Clinic (MedTech)
August 1, 2018 – August 1, 2019
📂 H-Clinic is a state-of-the-art medical startup providing advanced, comprehensive infectious disease treatment. The company combines many proven medical technologies and medications to offer premier patient care, following global best practices to uphold the highest standards of evidence-based medicine. Our dedicated team of experts strives to present patients with the best possible treatment options by implementing the most effective and current medical solutions. While at H-Clinic, I was actively involved in various aspects of its operation and strategy development. My key achievements include: ✅ Participating in the development and formalization of the clinic's strategy, contributing to a 40% increase in clinic revenue from August 2018 to July 2019; ✅ Creating a robust Business Intelligence (BI) system to facilitate data-driven managerial decisions; ✅ Designing the IT architecture of the clinic to streamline information flow and improve overall operational efficiency; ✅ Conducting employee training to ensure team members were fully equipped to use new systems and follow best practices.
Product development using Agile/Kanban/Scrum
Alfa-Bank
June 25, 2026 – Present
Process Mining: Data science in Action
Coursera
June 25, 2026 – Present
International Logistics
June 25, 2026 – Present
ITIL Foundation Level
PM Expert
June 25, 2026 – Present
Project Management Expert (PMBOK)
Project Management Institute
June 25, 2026 – Present
Cultural Fit Analysis
The candidate's diverse experience across multiple industries (retail, healthcare, real estate, mining, education, art, fitness) and roles (consultant, co-founder, director, CIO) indicates adaptability and a broad perspective. While the target role is 'Cybersecurity', the recent focus has been heavily on AI and Digital Transformation. The early career experience in cybersecurity is relevant, but the current trajectory is more aligned with strategic technology leadership and AI implementation. This might require a re-alignment or a specific cybersecurity leadership role.
Soft Skills & Operational Fit
The candidate demonstrates strong leadership, strategic planning, and team management skills through their various Director and CIO roles. Their experience in establishing IT governance, vendor management, and improving CSAT scores indicates a focus on operational excellence and stakeholder satisfaction. The emphasis on 'AI-first' methodologies and human-in-the-loop systems at WORLDPATH•AI suggests a pragmatic and responsible approach to technology implementation.