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Ekaterina Chugunkova

Godisco Salice Terme

Summary

Project & Business Development Professional with 15+ years of international experience across energy, engineering, industrial equipment, petrochemical and oil & gas sectors. Skilled in project management, cross-cultural negotiations, market analysis, and business development. Strong background in coordinating multinational teams, managing engineering documentation, and driving commercial success in complex technical environments. MBA in Global Management (Germany) + Bachelor in Finance & Taxation (Russia). Fluent in English and Russian, proficient in Italian.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Engineering & Project Management

Independent Consultant / Entrepreneur
01.2020 - Current
  • Manage international projects with Prominer (Shanghai) Mining Technology Co., Ltd. and SAMI (Shenyang Aluminium & Magnesium Institute).
  • Lead contract & commercial negotiations, technical clarifications, and engineering documentation management.
  • Coordinate cross-functional teams to deliver results within tight project timelines.
  • Collaborated with Noltec, Penta/Piovan Group, Battaggion, Miretti, ensuring compliance, FATs, quality control, and ATEX certification.

Project Coordinator – Omsk Refinery Coke Handling Unit

Axina DMCC
01.2021 - 01.2022
  • Oversaw shipments, quality checks, and final as-built documentation.
  • Coordinated certification with FAM GmbH and engineering verification with Tecnimont SPA.

Deputy Head of Marketing, PR & Business Development

VEPR Group
01.2018 - 01.2020
  • Directed market development studies and feasibility reports to enter new niches.
  • Managed PR, SEO, vendor & dealer relationships, and coordinated 5 company websites.
  • Supported engineering, sales & service divisions with technical brochures, presentations, and reference materials.

Head of International Markets Analysis

Rimera (CHTPZ Group)
01.2017 - 01.2018
  • Conducted in-depth competitor & market capacity analysis across CIS & international markets.
  • Delivered strategic feasibility studies and investment project support.

Deputy Head of Marketing & Business Development

Borets International Ltd. (ex-Weatherford)
01.2008 - 01.2017
  • Developed and executed global PR, branding, and advertising strategies.
  • Managed international exhibitions, conferences, and corporate communications.
  • Led competitor analysis and prepared tender materials for major oilfield projects.
  • Collaborated with engineering teams to produce technical brochures and bulletins.

Senior Specialist – Marketing & Strategic Planning

OAO Bashkirskaya Khimiya
01.2006 - 01.2008

Industrial Markets Research Manager

Direct INFO
01.2004 - 01.2006

Education

MBA - Global Management

Hochschule Bremen

Bachelor of Finance & Credit - Taxes & Taxation

Finance Academy

Skills

  • Project & Contract Management
  • International Business Development
  • Cross-cultural Negotiation
  • Market & Competitor Analysis

Languages

Russian – Native
English – Fluent
Italian – Intermediate
French – Basic

Hobbies and Interests

Outdoor sports, athletics, cycling, skiing, hiking, fitness.

Timeline

Project Coordinator – Omsk Refinery Coke Handling Unit

Axina DMCC
01.2021 - 01.2022

Engineering & Project Management

Independent Consultant / Entrepreneur
01.2020 - Current

Deputy Head of Marketing, PR & Business Development

VEPR Group
01.2018 - 01.2020

Head of International Markets Analysis

Rimera (CHTPZ Group)
01.2017 - 01.2018

Deputy Head of Marketing & Business Development

Borets International Ltd. (ex-Weatherford)
01.2008 - 01.2017

Senior Specialist – Marketing & Strategic Planning

OAO Bashkirskaya Khimiya
01.2006 - 01.2008

Industrial Markets Research Manager

Direct INFO
01.2004 - 01.2006

Bachelor of Finance & Credit - Taxes & Taxation

Finance Academy

MBA - Global Management

Hochschule Bremen
Ekaterina Chugunkova