Salome Kuprashvili

Forbes 30 Under 30 | Marketing Director | Business Development Executive

Tbilisi, Georgia

About

Business development and marketing leader, recognized as Forbes 30 Under 30, with experience driving growth, strategy, and innovation across multiple brands and platforms. I combine hands-on execution with strategic thinking, from launching Cavea+ from zero to one to leading digital and brand initiatives. I bring demonstrable marketing expertise, a growth mindset, and the curiosity to continuously learn and deliver impact.

Experience

  • Lecturer at Free University of Tbilisi
    Feb 2025 - Present · 1 yr 5 mos

    Teach New Product Development to undergraduate students, covering practical frameworks and applied concepts; Guide and mentor students through ideation, validation, go-to-market planning, and development of their own product concepts; Moderate discussions with market leaders, bringing real-world perspectives into the classroom;

  • cavea+ (Full-time · 6 yrs)
    • Chief Growth and Marketing Officer
      Oct 2023 - Present · 2 yrs 9 mos

      Lead overall growth strategy and marketing vision for Cavea+, driving user acquisition, engagement, and revenue expansion; Oversee all marketing channels and campaigns, including digital marketing, social media, content, and performance-driven initiatives; Define and execute go-to-market strategies for new products and features, ensuring alignment with business objectives; Identify, establish, and manage strategic partnerships to accelerate growth and expand the Cavea+ ecosystem; Analyse market trends, customer insights, and KPIs to optimize marketing spend, improve performance, and maximise ROI; Lead and mentor cross-functional teams, fostering a high-performance, growth-oriented culture

    • Business Development Executive
      Jul 2020 - Sep 2023 · 3 yrs 3 mos

      Contributed to the creation and launch of Cavea+ from concept to market, helping define strategy, business model, and go-to-market plan; Identified, evaluated, and developed strategic partnerships to drive growth and expand the Cavea+ ecosystem; Led business development initiatives, including negotiation, deal structuring, and partnership execution Analysed market trends, customer insights, and competitive landscape to identify new business opportunities; Collaborated with cross-functional teams to implement growth initiatives and optimize partner performance; Monitored KPIs and performance metrics to measure impact of partnerships and business development activities.

  • Lecturer at Agricultural University of Georgia
    Mar 2023 - Jun 2023 · 4 mos

    Integrated Marketing Communications

  • Co Founder at Christopher Robin | Naming Agency
    Nov 2015 - Nov 2022 · 7 yrs 1 mo

    Developed brand names and key messaging frameworks for clients, aligning with brand positioning, target audience, and market strategy; Collaborated with clients to translate strategic brand goals into actionable names and messaging; Delivered naming solutions for brands including “Tsida” (Bakuriani’s kids’ water) and “Umali”, ensuring memorability, alignment with brand strategy, and market suitability

  • Director Of Marketing at Cavea Cinemas
    Jul 2019 - Jul 2020 · 1 yr 1 mo

    Led the marketing strategy and brand vision for a network of cinema venues, driving ticket sales and audience visit frequency; Oversaw all marketing channels, including digital campaigns, social media, content marketing, partnerships, and events; Developed and executed integrated campaigns from concept to implementation, ensuring alignment with business objectives and customer experience; Analysed market trends, audience insights, and campaign performance to optimise marketing ROI and drive growth; Managed cross-functional teams and external partners, ensuring consistent brand communication and high-quality execution across all initiatives