He began his career as a consultant at PricewaterhouseCoopers in 1998. In 1997, he graduated with honours from the Donetsk State Academy of Management with a degree in Production Management. He continued his education at Manchester University and received a BA degree in Economics and Social Sciences with honors. He has been repeatedly recognized as one of the best top managers in Ukraine, and in 2014, he ranked first in the 'Top-100. Ukraine's Best Top Managers' rating published by Ekonomika Communication Hub
His research interest includes Business Management, Entrepreneurship development.