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Zhanna Talanova

San Diego,CA

Summary

Results-oriented and visionary business developer with a track record of success in founding and expanding educational businesses. Proven expertise in market research, business model development, financial management, product creation, team leadership, and strategic marketing and sales. A dedicated lifelong learner with a passion for human psychology and a keen interest in the latest trends in business literature and technology. Adept at public speaking and fostering strong relationships with clients, team members, and partners. Seeking a challenging role in EdTech to leverage my skills and contribute to the industry's growth.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Founder & Director

21.Online School Of English
05.2021 - 05.2023
  • Successfully transitioned the educational business to an online model in response to the post-pandemic landscape.
  • Developed and recorded 3 video courses in General and Business English
  • Build up a clientele, sold the product on Instagram
  • Performed teaching


Co-Founder & Director

Divergent Education Hub
07.2015 - 08.2020
  • Pioneered the establishment of a dynamic business model integrating co-working and training hall rentals with the development and sale of educational programs for adults.
  • Expanded the sales with adding up additional services, namely catering and a coffee-shop on the premises of the coworking
  • Played a crucial role in building up a community of Odessa trainers, coaches and educators

Co-Founder & Director

Prime Time And Prime Kidz School Of English
07.2009 - 08.2019
  • Founded and managed a private school of English, consistently ranking in the TOP-3 among the best private schools in Odessa.
  • Managed the expansion of services to include Summer English Day Camps, leading to the development of winter, fall, and spring camp programs for schoolchildren.
  • Led the creation and expansion of the line of products, introducing four additional foreign languages (French, Spanish, Italian, German) to the curriculum.

Education

Ph.D. - Theory And Methodology of Education

Odessa Pedagogical University
Odessa, Ukraine
11.2007

Master of Arts - English Language And Literature

Odessa National University
Odessa, Ukraine
06.2003

Skills

  • Business Development
  • Market Research
  • Financial Management
  • Team Leadership
  • Product Development
  • Marketing Strategy
  • Relationship Building
  • Online Education
  • Social Media Marketing
  • Public Speaking
  • Lifelong Learning
  • Human Psychology

Additional Information

  • Lifelong learner with a commitment to continuous self-growth through leading Ukrainian and American educational programs.
  • Avid reader of fiction and business literature, staying informed about the latest global trends.
  • Skilled writer, capable of creating compelling characters and stories.
  • Extraordinary attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and proficiency in summarizing, schematizing, storing, and analyzing data.
  • Experienced in social media and internet marketing tools.

Personal Qualities

  • Fearless and determined when facing challenges.
  • A team player and a lone wolf, capable of taking responsibility and driving success.
  • Passionate about public speaking with a well-developed skill set.
  • Diplomatic and loyal, values open communication and conflict avoidance.
  • Visionary leader with a deep understanding of the EdTech business model and a commitment to its mission.

Timeline

Founder & Director

21.Online School Of English
05.2021 - 05.2023

Co-Founder & Director

Divergent Education Hub
07.2015 - 08.2020

Co-Founder & Director

Prime Time And Prime Kidz School Of English
07.2009 - 08.2019

Ph.D. - Theory And Methodology of Education

Odessa Pedagogical University

Master of Arts - English Language And Literature

Odessa National University
Zhanna Talanova