Davy V.

CEO | Business Strategy & Management Consultancy | MBA | Board Member | AI Solution Architect - Robotics - AR/VR Ex @Google / Cisco

Budapest, Budapest, Hungary

About

Digital Transformation & Growth Executive | CEO | Chairman | Investor-Trusted Leader For over 20 years, I have been the executive that boards, Fortune 500 companies, and top-tier VCs turn to for high-stakes transformations. My career is defined by one consistent outcome: architecting and executing strategies that drive exponential growth, whether scaling a startup, launching a new e-Commerce revenue stream for a global leader, or building a double-digit million euro quarterly business unit from scratch. I specialize in leading complex, global organizations through pivotal digital change. As a hands-on C-level leader (CEO, COO, CPO, Chairman of the Board), I bridge the gap between visionary technology and commercial reality, leveraging deep expertise in AI, AR/VR, Blockchain, Web3, and SaaS to solve fundamental business challenges. My core expertise lies in: Corporate Strategy & Turnaround Leadership: Repeatedly recruited by investors to lead, guide and optimize portfolio companies. I have a proven track record of halting cash burn, achieving profitability, and preparing organizations for successful exits, the next investment round, or even IPOs. Global Scaling & Operational Excellence: I have built and led multinational teams of up to 2.500 FTE across 55 countries. My experience spans full P&L management, finance, global channel partner development, and the implementation of lean, agile methodologies to optimize performance. Digital Transformation & Innovation: I don't just advise on change; I deliver it. This includes pivoting traditional retail to a global e-commerce platform, developing the world's first automated robotic steel assembly and welding line, and co-developing one of the first blockchain supply chains for the Dairy industry. Go-to-Market & Revenue Growth: From establishing a successful quarterly sales engine for the world's biggest and most famous Search Engine to activating dormant partner network for one of the world's biggest tech companies, I architect data-driven GTM strategies that capture market share and drive sustainable revenue. I am deeply passionate about building high-performance cultures, mentoring future leaders, and staying at the forefront of technology. I am currently guiding Hard Trans Kft. as its CEO through its next chapter of strategic expansion in the road transportation and logistics sector. Let's connect to discuss leadership, digital transformation, and growth opportunities.

Experience

  • HARD TRANS Kft. (Budapest, Hungary)
    • Chief Executive Officer / Vezérigazgató
      Jul 2025 - Present · 1 yr

      As of July 2025, I’ve stepped into the role of CEO at Hard Trans Kft., building on my tenure as COO since March 2025. Leading this dynamic company in the national & international logistics and road transportation industry. I now drive the overarching vision, growth strategy, and organizational transformation to solidify our market leadership. Leadership Focus: 🔹 Strategic Expansion: Scaling operations, diversifying revenue streams, products and services, and fostering innovation to capture new opportunities both nationally and internationally. 🔹 Operational Excellence: Leveraging my COO experience to optimize processes, technology, and team performance. 🔹 Stakeholder Value: Strengthening relationships with clients, partners, and investors to ensure sustainable, profitable growth. 🔹 Culture & Talent: Cultivating a high-impact team culture centered on accountability, agility, and customer-centricity. Proud to guide Hard Trans Kft. into its next chapter—where skills, knowledge, experience and ambition meets execution. Let’s connect to explore synergies in logistics & road transportation leadership!

    • Chief Operations Officer / Operatív Igazgató
      Mar 2025 - Jun 2025 · 4 mos

      Driving operational excellence and strategic growth at Hard Trans Kft., a leading company in [industry, e.g., logistics, transportation, freight, or relevant sector]. With a relentless focus on efficiency, scalability, and innovation, I oversee all aspects of operations, ensuring seamless execution, cost optimization, and sustainable business expansion. Key Responsibilities & Achievements: - Strategic Leadership: Spearheading operational strategies to enhance productivity, reduce costs, and improve service delivery. - Process Optimization: Implementing lean methodologies and digital transformation to streamline workflows and maximize efficiency. - Team Development: Building and leading high-performing teams to foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement. - Supply Chain & Logistics Management: Overseeing end-to-end logistics, vendor relations, and supply chain resilience to meet dynamic market demands. - Financial & Operational KPIs: Monitoring performance metrics to drive profitability while maintaining compliance and operational integrity. - Stakeholder Engagement: Partnering with executives, investors, and clients to align operations with long-term business goals. Passionate about transforming challenges into opportunities, I thrive in fast-paced environments where innovation meets execution. My mission is to ensure Hard Trans Kft. remains at the forefront of the industry in Hungary and beyond, delivering exceptional value to customers and stakeholders. Let’s connect to discuss logistics, operations leadership, and business growth strategies!

  • Business Strategy, Management & Innovation Consultancy (AI Architect & Product Owner) at Inifinity Technology
    Jun 2018 - Present · 8 yrs 1 mo

    Experienced CEO, COO, CPO & CMO. Results-proven Business Strategy & Management consultant with 20+ years of experience and contributions as an internal and external consultant. Valued partner and respected advisor to businesses, investors, venture capital firms, organizations, founders, startups, scale-ups, executive teams, and Boards of Directors. Specialist in Startups/Scaleups, SMB and Enterprise, organizational development (OD), and human resources development (HRD). A long history of success spearheading the strategic planning process and leading strategic renewal and organizational change, with results that include: - improved productivity & sales - increased efficiency & cost reduction - successful market entry of new markets (pan-European, USA, and Asia and vice versa) - reorganization/optimization of Startups, Scaleups, and Enterprises - enhanced relationships with stakeholders - consulting, sourcing, and implementation guidance of Omni-channel Marketing, CRM, ERP, and E-commerce (B2B & B2B2C) solutions such as SAP & Salesforce. - Fundraising, Pitching, and Key Note Speaker - Investment evaluation/valuation / due diligence (Investor & Venture Capital Coaching) - Sales strategies (KAM, Channel Partner Sales, direct sales offline & online) - Most efficient use of financial resources (incl. fundraising/grant application & subsidy guidance) - Company Assessments incl. SWOT, Finance, Strategy, Marketing, Product, Market, People, Price, Customer Life Cycle Management, etc.) - Advised, guided, and implementation of Artificial Intelligence, Augmented Reality, Virtual Reality, Robotics, Metaverse, NFT, Open Banking and other cutting-edge technologies over the years with proven and live solutions! - Management Coaching *** Current projects *** -> AI Architect/Developer & Product Owner: - www.htms.software - Transport Management System & Business Intelligence Software - complete AI business suite for Road Transportation industry with 25 years experience!

  • CEO & CPO / Co-Founder at 3D FabTech AS
    Aug 2020 - Jul 2023 · 3 yrs

    3D FabTech AS - 'We Innovate Creation' with revolutionising Fabrication & Business Technology using Web3, Blockchain, Metaverse, NFT, Additive Manufacturing, Robotics, AI, Computer Vision, AR/VR and other Smart Technologies. Our company has more than a Century of combined Experience, Knowledge and Competence in the world of Innovation, Manufacturing, Healthcare, Services and the Oil & Gas Industry. We Consult, Create and Deliver innovative industry & business solutions in a wide area of expertise as fully described on our website. We use the latest cutting-edge technologies to be able to deliver the Innovative Solution to help your business stay relevant, diversify, grow and exceed expectations! With our HQ in Bergen, Norway and consulting specialists distributed over the globe we always have a local consultant near you that speaks your language and understands your business, market´s needs, struggles and opportunities. Get in Touch with us and see how we can help you ´Innovate Creation´!

  • Chief Operating Officer / Chief Product Officer at ViewAR GmbH & Insider Navigation Systems GmbH
    Feb 2019 - Jun 2021 · 2 yrs 5 mos

    Recruited by London Based Executive Management Head Hunting Agency and charged with building a new company structure and focus shifting from a Software Development focused organization to a Sales Focused organization, working with a Channel Partner Structure to help ensure substantial revenue growth. Lead and direct all Day-to-Day Operations combined with a CPO position in charge of Product Management and Positioning, Strategic Planning, and Business Development through a new Channel Partner Network. - Running daily operations and being charged with the tasks of developing, implementing, and executing a new Global Channel Partner Network to establish rapid scalability of both the brand, products, and the organization. - Attracting and hiring the best possible additional team members to get both the new products and the channel partner network in place. - Re-positioning Augmented Reality based eco-system to independent AR-software solutions vertical-related, driving cost-savings and many more values. Delivering cutting-edge Augmented Reality solutions such as Data & Product Visualization, Indoor Navigation, Remote Assistance, and many other Industrial AR Solutions. - White-paper creation for product development of independent AR-solutions focused on specific verticals, resulting in AR solutions such as: - Guiding the Merger of ViewAR and Insider whilst also getting new investment on board. INDUSTRIAL AR: Industrial indoor navigation connected via API to for example location-based data on machines, guided operational instructions, maintenance interfaces, etc. coming from SAP, ABB systems, etc. Resulting in localized Step-by-Step instructions, remote assistance options, 3D-model visualization, etc.

  • Agency Development Director & Account Strategist Google Marketing Solutions at Google
    Dec 2016 - Feb 2019 · 2 yrs 3 mos

    Using my International Business and Management knowledge, experience, and competence combined with my influencing and relationship-building skills, I provided global top-tier Google Partner Marketing Agencies digital marketing strategies combining all Google Online Marketing Solutions to get the best possible results for their Big Brand Clients online B2B, B2C, B2B2C, and Mixed Advertising Campaigns. As the Google Marketing Solutions (GMS) ADM and Business Development Manager, I acted as the GMS Lead for the Agencies. I focussed on strengthening long-term relationships with our Top Agencies, as well as driving scalable product adoption and growth across the broader portfolio. • Initiated, developed and executed completely new Market Approach Strategy for the activation of registered but underperforming or dormant Google Marketing Solutions registered Agencies and End-Clients/Users. (Google Ads, YouTube, Display, AdSense, etc) • Developed and implemented quarterly goals, KPI's and reward programs to scale and grow GMS Spend Budgets. • Developed research and data (market research & analytics) based Value Propositions for specific Market segments based on specific branches and business activities. Including average spend budgets, CPC, CTR, Return on Investment calculations (ROAS) etc. So GMS Clients can estimate the average success of their campaigns using BIG DATA and Value Propositions. • As Fully Certified Google Marketing Solutions Specialist I have worked on Top-Tier Agency Clients like Tommy Hilfiger, Grohe, Toyota, and many others creating, advising and proposing complete cross-plaform Online Marketing Strategies with a clear projected Return-On-Investment. (received several spontaneous written testimonials of • Developed and Delivered against assigned quarterly goals on new and existing business consistently, while prioritizing and delivering an outstanding experience to Google's top managed agency partners.