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Experience
The full professional timeline behind the shorter executive profile on the homepage.
Current
Managing Director, CTO
VML (Cracow, Poland)
July 2025 - now
Reporting directly to the CEO, I lead VML's entire technology division. I hold full P&L responsibility for this substantial business unit, with a core focus on driving profitable growth by aligning cutting-edge technology strategy with effective business operations. My mission is to ensure we deliver innovative, high-value solutions for our clients and that our technology practice serves as a key driver of VML's overall success and market leadership.
Technology Leadership
Chief Technology Officer
VML (Cracow, Poland)
May 2023 - Jun 2025
I led the company's tech strategy and oversaw delivery and development, managing client budgets, driving growth, and identifying upselling opportunities. I ensured high-quality solutions, optimized infrastructure, and aligned technology with business goals. My role combined strategic planning, hands-on leadership, and talent mentoring to support client success and company growth.
Engineering Manager
VMLY&R (Cracow, Poland)
Apr 2021 - Apr 2023
I led a front-end team delivering top-tier software solutions. I bridged communication between technical and non-technical stakeholders, ensuring project success. My role involved mentoring team members, fostering a growth-oriented culture, and promoting workplace diversity. I managed multiple projects simultaneously, meeting deadlines and achieving objectives while maintaining high-quality standards.
Main achievements:
- Implemented a comprehensive skills matrix, technology radar, and career paths, improving employee engagement and retention.
- Spoke at major tech conferences, including Warsaw IT Days 2022 and PJATK Job Days 2021.
- Improved internal processes and developer experience through cross-functional collaboration initiatives.
Frontend Developer
VMLY&R (Cracow, Poland)
Jan 2019 - Mar 2021
I crafted and maintained web applications for global industry leaders. My expertise spanned HTML, CSS, SCSS, BEM, JavaScript, Angular, Magnolia, and REST APIs. I focused on creating robust, scalable solutions that met high standards of performance and user experience.
Main achievements:
- Led a major technical upgrade, migrating a complex project from Angular 5 to 9 and modernizing state management from Redux to NgRx.
- Mentored webmasters in their transition to frontend development, expanding the team's capabilities.
- Authored a regular frontend team newsletter to improve knowledge sharing and team cohesion.
- Spearheaded frontend development of the Raffaello brand website, earning Awwwards Honours and Mobile Excellence recognition.
Business & Consulting
Transport Section Executive Assistant
ESTA Europe (Leiden, The Netherlands)
Jan 2016 - Dec 2017
As Regional Development Manager, I organized the Transport Section and expanded the Association across Central and Eastern Europe. I cultivated business relationships in over a dozen countries, resulting in record attendance at international meetings in major European cities.
Main achievements:
- Accelerated Transport Section growth through strategic outreach and value proposition enhancement.
- Organized the Association's largest-ever event, attracting over 400 international participants from 10+ countries.
- Expanded the Section's geographic diversity by integrating companies from underrepresented regions.
Consultant
QAgile (Warsaw, Poland)
Jan 2016 - Jun 2016
I advised on and implemented strategies to refresh the company's image, boost sales, and enhance its market proposition. My role focused on driving growth through targeted improvements in branding and sales approaches.
Main achievements:
- Conducted a comprehensive audit of the company website and implemented strategic optimizations.
- Developed a differentiated sales proposition that strengthened the company's competitive position.
Freelance Web Developer
Freelance (Cracow, Poland)
Jan 2014 - Dec 2018
I created customized websites for companies, institutions, and individuals. My role involved designing web solutions, managing content, and implementing ongoing improvements to meet client needs and enhance user experience.
Main achievements:
- Built dynamic websites with CMS platforms including WordPress, Drupal, and Joomla.
- Delivered websites for industries including sports, building services, automotive, and legal services.
Business Development Manager
Polish Heavy Transport Association (Cracow, Poland)
Jan 2014 - Dec 2018
I managed the organization's growth, maintaining relationships with partners, sponsors, and members. I handled documentation, communications, event planning, trainings, conferences, and represented the association across Poland and Europe.
Main achievements:
- Grew membership from 10 to 140 through strategic initiatives and partner relationships.
- Automated debit note distribution and association certificate issuance, improving operational efficiency.
Law & Training
Lawyer & Business Development Manager
Law Firm IURIDICA (Cracow, Poland)
Oct 2013 - Dec 2018
As Business Development Manager at a top Polish transport law firm, I drove growth strategies and client relationships. Collaborating with IURIDICA, I specialized in representing European transport companies in legal proceedings against English and French customs authorities. My efforts since 2014 resulted in over PLN 6 million in penalty reductions for clients.
Main achievements:
- Developed proprietary methods and procedures to support Polish transport companies facing penalties imposed by UK border authorities.
- Led digitization of calendars and daily work tasks to improve productivity and collaboration.
- Automated processes for preparing offers, drafting contracts, and monitoring stages of cooperation in class actions.
Manager & Trainer
Polish Academy of NLP (Warsaw, Poland)
Jan 2010 - Dec 2011
I oversaw operations, organized soft skills workshops, set company objectives, and coordinated marketing and sales campaigns. As a certified trainer, I also conducted sessions on soft skills and interpersonal development.
Main achievements:
- Earned the ITA NLP trainer certification and delivered coaching and mental training to Polish athletes.
Editor-in-Chief
NLP Life e-magazine (Warsaw, Poland)
Jan 2010 - Dec 2011
I managed the publication process from content selection to final production. I recruited and edited articles, coordinated with graphic designers, photo editors, and DTP specialists, and led promotional initiatives to grow visibility and readership.
Main achievements:
- Founded and launched a Polish e-magazine dedicated to personal development.