Nikola Korac
Keller,TX
Summary
Results-driven professional with a forward-thinking approach focused on driving revenue, profitability, and comprehensive organizational growth. Proven track record of building successful teams and overseeing profitable operations. Dedicated to fostering high-performance cultures and cultivating strategic partnerships and client relationships for sustained long-term success. Adept at navigating complex business landscapes and implementing innovative strategies to achieve and exceed objectives.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
2
2
Continents
2
2
Startup exits
Skills
- Executive Leadership
- Business Planning and Development
- Strategic Partnership Management
- Revenue Generation and Marketing Strategy
- Global Perspective
- Talent Development
Work History
Founder and CEO
Downstream Solutions, LLC
12.2020 - Current
- Go-To-Market agency focused on implementing demand based revenue growth (create->capture-> convert demand flow)
- Achieved notable outcomes over a three-year period with a portfolio of more than 30 clients: Delivered an average annual client growth of 37% and generated over $5 million in new revenue.
Founder & CEO
iBee, inc.
01.2019 - Current
- AgriTech startup using IoT, ML and AI technologies to remotely monitor events in the beehives, forecast yield, and recommend best actions for beekeepers.
Co-founder and CEO
Technoline
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Technology start-up company specializing in web and business GIS software, IoT, and machine learning algorithms.
- Established a successful business by identifying market niche and developing innovative solutions.
Sales and Marketing Director (CRO)
Algotech
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Overseeing complete revenue operations for an international company spanning six European countries
- Accountable for leading sales and marketing teams
- Implemented new revenue strategy and achieved 20% gross profit margin growth in the first 12 months
Co-founder and General Manager (CEO)
Planet Soft
01.2014 - 01.2017
- Start-up regional system integrator and software development company focused on workforce management solutions and geoinformatics.
- In 3 years developed $3M ARR company with proprietary software and strategic partnerships with SAP, Oracle and Salesforce
Head of Sales (CSO)
Špica Group
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Spica International group is $20M+ revenue company with clients across the globe.
- Methodically grew and exceeded sales and revenue targets by over 30% in 2 fiscal years.
- Managed a cross-functional team of professionals, ensuring smooth operations and timely project completion.
Lead Consultant/Owner
Corus Business Services
01.2009 - 01.2012
- Consulting company working on the World Bank projects in the Southeast Europe. Projects executed as a part of team with Atos Group and Deloitte.
- Spearheaded the successful completion of complex projects through effective risk management and mitigation strategies.
Midmarket Sales Representative
Microsoft Software
01.2005 - 01.2009
- Increased revenue growth with strategic sales planning and execution for key accounts and Microsoft partners in the region
- Lead the most successful inside sales team in Southeast Europe
- Launched the biggest IT conference in the region at the time (Microsoft Synergy)
Education
Master of Science - Applied Statistics And Operational Research
10.2010
BBA - Project Management, Business Management
Faculty: Faculty of Organizational Sciences
Affiliations
- Board Member, Finance and Budgeting Committee Keller ISD
- Mentor, Founders Institute, Dallas Chapter
Languages
English
Serbian
Croatian
Certification
- Hubspot Academy - Developing a sales plan
- Hubspot Academy - Inbound Marketing
- HubSpot Academy - Content Marketing
publications
"Public relations strategies of international projects"
"Strategic planning and project management"
"Competencies of International Project Managers"
"Virtual project teams"
"Project management office role in tracking and controlling IT projects"
"eCommerce in International business expansion"
"Data research problems in data warehousing"
personal information
- Place of Birth: Belgrade, Serbia
- Date of Birth: 07/24/80
- Gender: Male
Timeline
Founder and CEO - Downstream Solutions, LLC
12.2020 - Current
Founder & CEO - iBee, inc.
01.2019 - Current
Co-founder and CEO - Technoline
01.2019 - 01.2020
Sales and Marketing Director (CRO) - Algotech
01.2017 - 01.2019
Co-founder and General Manager (CEO) - Planet Soft
01.2014 - 01.2017
Head of Sales (CSO) - Špica Group
01.2012 - 01.2014
Lead Consultant/Owner - Corus Business Services
01.2009 - 01.2012
Midmarket Sales Representative - Microsoft Software
01.2005 - 01.2009
Belgrade University - Master of Science, Applied Statistics And Operational Research
Belgrade University - BBA, Project Management, Business Management
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