Vlad Gaylun

WORK HISTORY

EDUCATION

ABOUT VLAD GAYLUN

My life and career have been driven by an insatiable curiosity to stay at the forefront of technological and social advancements, leveraging data, product strategy and innovation. These, along with my experiences from MIT and Yale, have led me to consistently push boundaries and inspire others. Grounded in an engineering degree specializing in cybersecurity, and fueled by an insatiable drive to learn and adapt, I strive to deliver impactful solutions across cutting-edge realms of AI, Quantum Computing, and Cloud technologies.I’ve successfully managed complex product portfolios and led cross-functional teams of up to 200 people, influencing stakeholders at all levels, including C-suite executives and national leadership. Proficient in developing and testing product hypotheses to create viable AI applications, I thrive when defining comprehensive go-to-market strategies, and managing commercial operations for successful product launches and widespread adoption.Notable recent milestones - Boosted an oil and gas company\'s retail business by launching a customer-focused mobile app, resulting in a 20% increase in average transaction size and generating an additional $X million in revenue — all within the first year- Transformed a traditional steel supplier into a digital market leader by pioneering a two-sided marketplace, adding revenue by over $X00 million- Founded a quantum fintech startup, assembling a top-tier team of quantum engineers and financial analysts, secured pre-seed funding and initiated a pilot program with a major investment bankA passionate catalyst for innovation, I firmly believe in the transformative power of relationships and continuous learning. As President of the Innovation and Entrepreneurship Hub at ASB, I run a vibrant startup community of over members, igniting collaboration and groundbreaking ideas. Additionally, I mentor young entrepreneurs and tech talents to give back and express gratitude for the support I received throughout my tech journey.Outside of work, I’m an avid mountain climber and team builder. I even led a team of 25 to climb Europe\'s highest mountain, Elbrus, and organized an expedition up Malaysia\'s highest peak, Kinabalu. These adventures have further honed my leadership skills and underscored the importance of perseverance and teamwork.Looking for new opportunities