Ivan Kozhevnikov

CEO | Board Advisor | Digital & AI Transformation | M&A, Turnaround & Value Creation | ex-McKinsey, SAP

Moscow Metropolitan Area

About

CEO and transformation executive with 20+ years of experience building, scaling and restructuring technology-driven businesses. Led P&L for businesses generating up to $50M annual revenue with sustained double-digit growth and delivered $100M+ complex transformation programs across Energy, Utilities, FMCG, Banking and Public Sector. Currently working with owners and boards on enterprise transformation, M&A integration and AI-enabled operating models. Combine strong governance discipline with hands-on execution - from crisis stabilization and margin improvement to AI-enabled operating model design. Focused on CEO, Board and Partner-level roles where transformation, growth and capital efficiency are critical.

Experience

  • Partner-Expert / Senior Advisor, Strategy & Transformation at Arthur Consulting
    Apr 2025 - Present · 1 yr 3 mos

    Advising partners and senior client stakeholders on strategy, digital transformation, operating model redesign and performance improvement. Focus areas: - Corporate and IT strategy - Operating model diagnostics and redesign - Transformation roadmap development - ROI frameworks and business cases - Project portfolio and delivery governance - Executive materials and C-level client discussions Selected work includes transformation and IT strategy engagements for large corporate clients across banking, leasing, telecom, FMCG, infrastructure and technology.

  • Strategy & Business Development Director | Co-Founder at RUNSET
    Jan 2025 - Present · 1 yr 6 mos

    Leading development of an AI-enabled operating model for enterprise IT delivery: - Reduce IT delivery costs by 20-30% through alternative sourcing and automation models - Accelerate project timelines by up to 50% in pilot engagements - Build enterprise pipeline of 50+ accounts, including banks and large corporates - Develop strategic alliances with consulting and technology partners - Develop an AI-enabled delivery platform for enterprise IT transformation

  • Senior Advisor | Non-executive director at Various Companies
    Sep 2022 - Apr 2025 · 2 yrs 8 mos

    Advising owners and C-level executives across Energy, Transport and Telecom on: - Turnaround and operational stabilization - Capital allocation and investment strategy - Post-M&A integration and operating model redesign - Digital transformation Selected outcomes include restored financial controllability, cost optimization and improved governance frameworks.

  • Chief Executive Officer at ITentika
    May 2023 - Sep 2024 · 1 yr 5 mos

    - Developed and executed a go-to-market (GTM) strategy, driving 38%+ revenue growth and market expansion. - Led complex digital platforms for government and enterprise clients, ensuring scalability, resilience and security. - Led AI, ML & Computer Vision (CV) initiatives, delivering advanced analytics & automation solutions. - Secured $5M public & private investments, strengthening financial sustainability and fueling business expansion. - Built strategic alliances with public sector leaders, expanding business partnerships.

  • Senior Advisor | Digital & Post-M&A Integration at McKinsey & Company
    Jan 2021 - Aug 2022 · 1 yr 8 mos

    - Led advisory workstreams in enterprise-wide transformation and post-M&A integration programs for Fortune Global 500 clients. - Contributed to pre- and post-merger integration approaches for cross-border M&A transactions, ensuring operational continuity and maximizing synergies. - Advised C-level executives on IT governance and enterprise-wide digital adoption.