Lyadov Business Therapy

I help entrepreneurs make difficult decisions faster at the intersection of business and personality. 

This means that you now have an intelligent sparring partner who is 100% focused on your problem. Someone who understands the specifics of being an entrepreneur/CEO and with whom any topic can be discussed in the same language. Someone who knows how to ask deep questions, listen to you patiently, and persistently clarify the answer. Who is quick to structure confusing problems. Someone who is easy to communicate with and with whom you can trust what you have never discussed with anyone else. Someone you can turn to for support at any time without fear of abusing his attention. A business therapist acts like a catalyst for a chemical reaction, i.e., in the face of uncertainty, it increases the speed and quality of decisions that the company vitally needs to make. 

To find out more, please send me an email to al@alyadov.com or schedule an introductory session: https://calendly.com/alyadov/free-orientation-session

Business Therapist

In-between podcast

The aim of the podcast is to learn the art of living between Order and Chaos. Alexander is interviewing talented and accomplished people from diverse domains in order to extract the lessons they learned in their profession and their life. Among the guests there were already prominent private equity investor, extreme sport athlete, classic musician, new wave politician, tech entrepreneur, martial artist, fiction writer, high-tech scientist, protection dog trainer, civil rights activist, film director and others. 

Podcast is available on:
- iTunes: http://apple.co/2m8gcS4
- SoundCloud: https://goo.gl/5GNr29
- Website: http://alyadov.com/podcast/

Creator and Host

Fruktona

Fruktona was an export-oriented Ukrainian company, specializing in growing, processing and selling quick-frozen (IQF) berries, fruits, vegetables, and mushrooms. A stellar reputation and operational excellence methodically built over 18 years allowed Fruktona to become a reliable supplier to clients in Germany, Austria, France, and other European countries. In 2016 Fruktona have successfully passed certification for the cultivation, processing and marketing of organic products and received the corresponding certificate "Organic Standard". The production facilities allowed processing 10,000 tons of berries, 4,000 tons of organic products and 500 tons of forest mushrooms. Considering the global trends of berry and organic products consumption growth as well as Ukraine's unique agricultural position and the company's extensive industry expertise, Fructona had the potential to become one of the key exporters to Europe. 
- Advising founding CEO on various issues from strategy development, corporate governance, and fund-raising to global market analysis, financial reporting and talent recruitment.

Advisory Board Member

ExpoPromoGroup

ExpoPromoGroup is Management Company headquartered in London (UK) with a technical office in Kyiv (Ukraine). Several Internet projects belongs to the group: ExpoPromoter, TicketForEven and 
HotelsForEvent.

ExpoPromoter.com - the first online platform for selling expo-booths and tickets for the exhibitions in China and Worldwide. The company provides service to 11,000+ event organisers and attracts visitors and exhibitors through its network of 6,000+ affiliates. 

TicketforEvent.com – an one-stop shop for event organizers allowing them to set up online registration, promote event via affiliate network, sell tickets via 90+ payments methods, monitor progress and check-in event attendees.

HotelsForEvent.com - an online hotel booking service developed specifically for the needs of event organizers. The service allows event attendee to choose his accommodation near the venue from 235,000 hotels, provided by 9 worldwide hotel booking engines (Booking.com, Expedia, HRS, Travelocity etc.).

www.expopromoter.com

Member, Board of Directors

YUNASKO

YUNASKO is a high-tech startup developing advanced energy storage devices called ultracapacitors. Ultracapacitors are superior energy storage devices providing the highest power available among the different battery technologies with the safe operations and long life-cycle. 

YUNASKO is registered in UK, building manufacturing plant in Latvia, and have R&D and Pilot Plant operations in Ukraine. The company offers ultracapacitors with proprietary technology that allows for a product that is 2-3 times smaller for a certain set of requirements. The overall result is a significant cost advantage with respect to competitors. It creates the superior opportunity for the company to conquer the substantial market share within the next 5 to 10 years. There are already certain areas of usage for ultracapacitors, and their applications are ranging from smartphones, netbooks up to cars, buses and trains.

www.yunasko.com

Dekarta Capital

A private (one-LP) $50MM VC/PE fund with broad investment strategy in terms of company stage (seed, early, late), sector (e-commerce, energy, retail, insurance, real estate etc.) and geography (Ukraine, Latvia, Russia). Raised capital, negotiated management terms, recruited co-founder and team members, developed brand identity, established structure and partner network. As a member of the investment committee participated in decision making on fund's and portfolio companies' strategy. Operationally focused on investor relations, fund marketing, and deal sourcing. Helped portfolio companies in all operation aspects: setting up corporate structure, creating an advisory board, developing strategy of entering the markets (China, US, UK, EU and CIS countries), pivoting market offer, creating brand, raising external funds, installing CRM and financial reporting system, developing HR policies and compensations schemes, recruiting talent (CEOs, CMO, BDO, CFOs). 
- Initiated, managed and exited a complex deal of financing the acquisition between two competitors to create a market leader with realized deal's IRR of 35% on $6MM transaction.
- In 20 months after investment, received a 3rd party term-sheet with portfolio company valuation x8 times of the initial deal (declined by the Investment committee in favor of DC's own follow-up round).

Managing Partner and Co-Founder

Maanimo Ukraine

Maanimo.com helps consumers make informed decisions about their personal finance matters. It covers all major personal finance channels, including banking, investing and insurance. Maanimo.com surveys 100+ Ukrainian banks on weekly basis in order to provide clear, objective, and unbiased rates to consumers. 
In 2014 the company was sold to an undisclosed buyer.

www.maanimo.com

Co-Owner

Прайм групп

Prime Group ("Прайм Групп") is an integrated operator of outdoor advertising in Ukraine. The company was founded in 2008 and is currently is one of the four largest companies on the Ukrainian outdoor advertising market. Prime Group has 2,100+ of its own advertising constructions. In addition, the company manages on a long-term basis 9,000+ constructions of various formats in 63 cities of Ukraine. Company's market share is 9,5% in all outdoor formats and the market leader in the most popular "3x6" format with 10,4% of market share.

www.prime-group.com.ua

Renaissance Investment Management

Advised Ukrainian and Russian high-net-worth individuals and corporations on their investment need identification, effective investment strategy creation, and execution.
- Originated pipeline with potential $174MM of client assets at various stages of implementation;
- Educated target market and promoted RIM services via PR publications in offline and online editions (Forbes), radio and lectures in top Russian business school (The Higher School of Economics).

www.im.rencap.com

Vice President

Euro RSCG Group Ukraine, an affiliate with Euro RSCG Worldwide (HAVAS Group)

With EastOne Group as an investor, co-founded Euro RSCG Group Ukraine and as MD led a Euro RSCG Kyiv ad agency, which in one year became one of the market leaders with 62-member team and $4.7MM of billings (excluding media). Set company vision and strategy, led the executive team, recruited international talent from Brazil, USA, Russia, and Georgia. 
- Exceeded annual profit objectives and paid back the investment to shareholders within the 1st year of operations.

www.eurorscg.com
www.havas.com

Managing Director and Co-owner

As a business therapist, I believe your business grows only as fast as you do. I help founders transform themselves to unlock their company’s potential. 

With 30 years in business, I’ve managed a $50M private equity fund, co-founded a marketing group, and served on boards in e-commerce, media, retail, insurance, and energy. 

Based in Kyiv, Ukraine, I’m married for 30 years, with two kids and an Australian Cattle Dog. I’m passionate about Brazilian jiu-jitsu and kettlebell training.

My promise: You are the bottleneck and the source of change. Let’s find gold in the mud.

Client Testimonial: “Alexander has a quick mind and he is very open, which allows him to see the situation out of the box. Alexander is competent and can be trusted. I know for a fact that it is a super positive ROI — to get an important insight in such a short time, which some people can take many years to achieve.” — Chyngys Barynov, co-founder of Worksection

Let’s connect to explore your transformation.

Alexander Lyadov

Sherpa CEO Coaching

At Sherpa CEO Coaching, we help CEOs, founders, and executives reach peak performance in their businesses and leadership. With decades of real-world experience scaling companies, I’ve seen firsthand what it takes to build, grow, and lead with clarity and confidence.
🔹 Executive Coaching – Personalized 1:1 coaching to help leaders overcome challenges, scale operations, drive revenue, and refine their leadership style.
🔹 Strategic Planning – Proven frameworks to develop clear, actionable strategies that drive business growth, operational efficiency, and long-term success.
🔹 Speaking Engagements – Dynamic keynote sessions and leadership workshops designed to inspire, educate, and equip teams with high-impact business strategies.
Sherpa CEO Coaching isn’t theory—it’s built on real business experience. Having personally built and led multi-million-dollar companies, I guide leaders through scalable growth, operational challenges, and business transformations.
Whether you’re looking to streamline operations, improve leadership effectiveness, or scale your business to the next level, Sherpa CEO Coaching is here to help you navigate the journey.
🚀 Let’s connect and elevate your business to new heights.
🌍 Visit www.sherpaceo.com to learn more.

Chief Executive Officer

Harris Northwest Advisors

My roll at Harris NW is that of Senior Advisor at Harris Northwest Advisors, a leading boutique M&A advisory firm specializing in representing privately-held middle market companies pursuing exits.
About Harris Northwest Advisors:
With roots in the Pacific Northwest and a national presence, Harris Northwest Advisors provides trusted, independent market expertise with a relentless client focus. The firm has a global reach, and its team of professionals has worked on over 100 transactions, bringing a depth of expertise and a network of institutional connections that match up against any other M&A firm. ​

Key Services:

- M&A Advisory: Specializing in representing privately-held middle market companies pursuing exits, tailoring a custom approach to achieve the best price and overall deal terms. ​

- Strategic Advisory Services: Identifying opportunities for generating value in future sales or financing, including evaluating equity raises, SPACs, IPOs, and more. ​

- Private Equity: Serving as a direct buyer through Harris Northwest Private Equity, offering owners a faster path to liquidity compared to the standard M&A process. ​

Notable Transactions:

- $1 billion sale of Starwave (founder of ESPN.com) to Disney.​

- Sale of Northwest Physicians Network (NPN) to DaVita Inc.​

- Sale of DailyOM to J2 Global / Ziff Davis (NASDAQ: ZD).​


The M&A professionals at Harris Northwest Advisors have over $20 billion of deal experience across a variety of industries and deal types. ​

Let's Connect:

If your company has revenues over $5 million and you're considering options for a full or partial sale, I'd love to connect and explore how Harris Northwest Advisors can assist you in navigating the complexities of mergers and acquisitions.​

🔹 Visit: harrisnwa.com

Looking forward to this new chapter and the opportunity to work with an incredible team dedicated to achieving exceptional outcomes for our clients. 🚀

Senior Business Advisor

The Entrepreneurial Journey

The Entrepreneurial Journey Podcast 🎙️ | Real Stories, Real Strategies, Real Success
🚀 Unfiltered Conversations with Industry Leaders & Game-Changers
The Entrepreneurial Journey Podcast is where real business stories meet actionable insights. Hosted by Dave Wescott, this show goes beyond surface-level success stories to explore the highs, lows, and hard-earned lessons of top entrepreneurs, CEOs, and industry disruptors.
💡 What We Cover:
✔️ Business growth strategies from those who’ve built and scaled companies
✔️ Leadership lessons from CEOs navigating today’s biggest challenges
✔️ Sales, operations, and execution tactics that drive real results
✔️ Personal resilience, mindset, and the mental game of entrepreneurship
With over 3 million views in 2024 across our social platforms, Entrepreneurial Journey is more than just a podcast—it’s a masterclass in real-world business success.
🎙️ Who We Interview:
We sit down with high-performing entrepreneurs, Fortune 500 executives, and rising industry stars who share their hard-won insights to help you grow and scale your own ventures.
🔥 Why Listen?
If you’re a business owner, founder, or executive looking for practical strategies and honest advice, this podcast is for you. We cut through the noise and deliver real conversations that matter.
📢 Tune In & Join the Journey!
🔹 Available on Spotify | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | LinkedIn
🔹 Follow for updates and new episodes: [Insert Podcast Link]
Let’s talk business, leadership, and the road to success—because every great entrepreneur has a journey. 🚀 #EntrepreneurialJourney #BusinessGrowth #Leadership

Podcast Host

Breaking Fry Bread

Breaking Fry Bread Podcast 🎙️ | What’s Hot & What’s Not in Indian Country
🔥 Real Talk. Real Issues. Real Solutions. 🔥
Breaking Fry Bread is more than just a podcast—it’s a movement. We dive into what’s hot and what’s not in Indian Country, bringing light to the causes, passions, traditions, and challenges shaping Native communities across North America.
Co-hosted by Dave Wescott, this show is about supporting the growth and success of Native Americans—in business, culture, and everyday life. We explore the stories that matter most, from historical injustices to modern-day triumphs, and discuss how to create a thriving future while honoring our past.
🎙️ What We Cover:
✔️ Culture & Traditions – Honoring our roots while evolving for the future
✔️ Economic Empowerment – How to build a successful life and business as a Native American
✔️ Social & Political Issues – What’s impacting Indian Country today
✔️ Losses & Resilience – Overcoming challenges and finding strength in community
✔️ Native Excellence – Celebrating the leaders, creators, and changemakers making a difference
🔥 Why Listen?
This is a raw, unfiltered look at the real issues and opportunities in Indian Country. Whether you're a Native entrepreneur, leader, activist, or community member, Breaking Fry Bread is here to educate, inspire, and empower.
📢 Join the Conversation
📍 Available on: Spotify | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | LinkedIn
📍 Follow for updates and new episodes: [Insert Podcast Link]
💬 Let’s talk, grow, and build a better future—together. #BreakingFryBread #NativeSuccess #IndianCountry

mBridge.global

mBridge is my non-profit. Part of my business journey includes giving back. I am super focused on changing the world. Over the last 5 years we have supported over 150 different noble causes, charities, non-profit organizations, etc. 

My Passion is giving back, my passion is supporting the amazing people that have their boots on the ground fighting to help those around us. 

😊My goal, my BHAG is to put $100,000,000.00 per year into the mission field / noble causes. I am focused and driven to give back! 😊

Founder

Snow & Ice Management Association

Being on the board of Directors for SIMA (Snow & Ice Management Association) is an absolute honor for me! Snow and Ice services have changed my life, a lot of what I learned I learned from SIMA. 

When I purchased my first snow plow about 20 years ago I wasn't even sure if the blade was supposed to scrape the ground, when I saw the metal sparks flying I thought oh no, am I messing this up! Ha Ha, then I found SIMA and ordered the training video and learned and learned and learned until I had a large national snow removal operation. 

Being on the board of directors gives me an opportunity to help those who started just like me and support an amazing organization that has given so much back to me! 
I attend board meetings, share experience from business and leadership perspectives and support the SIMA staff however they may ask!  We as board members help to set the direction and vision for the organization and tackle major issues such as labor, insurance, training etc. These are major issues for any business owner, but we are truly invested in supporting those in the Snow and Ice Management Industry.

Chairman of the Board of Directors

Best Practices Committee working with volunteers in the snow and ice industry to create best practices that service the industry as a whole.

Committee Member

SIMA Awards Task Force honored to review each of the snow and ice management firms applying for industry Awards. I was truly humbled to read and review the amazing individuals in the snow and ice industry.

CSP - Certified Snow Professional. Certified in Snow Removal from SIMA. Snow removal is a very intricate process which includes salt sustainability, best practices, case studies, white papers, snow removal as a process, snow placement and hauling, cost reduction initiatives, strategic sourcing, vendor management, marketing, subcontracting, accounting, etc. As a CSP. I am committed to being a leader in the snow and ice industry. I am committed to delivering to Best Practices to my clients, partners, and vendors. I am committed to education throughout the industry both on the client and vendor side of service. I am further committed to achieving service perfection by hitting all targeted and assigned client SLA's and identifying and hitting client KPI's.

CSP Certified Snow Professional 

Calvary Christian Assembly

Board member at Calvary Christian Assembly. Helping people find and follow Jesus. Jesus Loves Seattle

Board Member

Puget Sound Business Journal Leadership Trust

Member of the Puget Sound Business Journal Leadership Trust. I love being apart of the Leadership Trust. This enables me to share with peers in the business industry and  help other business leaders with tips, tricks, and ideas I have learned over the last two decades! I am honored to be apart of this amazing organization. I love the thought leadership that this evokes and enjoy writing articles and networking with my peers.

Official Member

NEW HEART FOUNDATION

Treasure - Work with the President of the board on financial reporting. Provide the yearly budget, the breakdown of costs and expenses and advise on where to reduce spend and increase spend to meet the objectives as laid out by the board of directors. I additionally work with the board to enhance marketing and visual appearance of the Non-Profit. Provide insight on strategic initiatives and lend support where ever I can. Helping individuals with life altering issues refocus and rebuild there lives through Christ Centered Rehabilitation is the goal of the organization.

Treasurer

SAOPA Board of Directors

President for board of Directors. As President of the Board for the SAPOA Homeowners Association I over saw the management of over 430 individual homes and coordinated with the Airport Association. Major accomplishments were brining the budget up to date and from paper to electronic software. Working with DNR to establish marine and waterfront management plans and protocols.  Establish protocols for communication with owners and suppliers. Manage the Beach Road Project and ensure proper safety protocols where followed during seasonal closures. Manage community news letter, I worked closely with architectural committee, treasurer, and secretary on the management of the community. Ran and managed all meetings in accordance with Roberts Rules of Order. Worked with the board to update the governing documents of the association.

President

Entrepreneur | CEO | Founder | Business Builder

With 25+ years of entrepreneurial experience, I know what it takes to build, scale, and lead successful businesses. I’ve been in the trenches—bootstrapping from the ground up, pushing through failures, and celebrating the wins.
Being a business owner isn’t for the faint of heart. It’s late nights, early mornings, and making tough decisions when no one else can. It’s about resilience, vision, and execution.

I’ve built and led multiple companies across industries:

✅ Landscaping & Construction – Grew a five-service landscape business into one of the Pacific Northwest’s largest firms.

✅ Real Estate & Property Management – Managed 25,000+ doors across residential, HOA, and commercial properties as a Managing Broker.

✅ National Facility Management – Started with six Starbucks stores in Alaska, expanded to 1,000+ locations nationwide, servicing Fortune 500 brands like Walmart, Wells Fargo, Costco, Jiffy Lube, and CBRE.

✅ Insurance Services – Built a successful property & casualty insurance firm before exiting in 2023.

✅ Franchising – Founded a franchise brand that grew to 24 units nationwide and landed on the Inc. 500 list.

✅ Agriculture & Sustainability – Operated a bee farm with 5M+ bees, pollinating crops from Washington to California.

✅ Podcasting & Media – Host of The Entrepreneurial Journey Podcast (3M+ views in 2024) and co-host of Breaking Fry Bread, sharing insights on business and life in Indian Country.

✅ M&A & Consulting – Senior Advisor at Harris Northwest, guiding M&A deals and business growth strategies.

✅ Sherpa CEO Coaching – Helping CEOs, founders, and executives scale their businesses through strategy, operations, sales, and execution.

Beyond business, my passion is giving back. Through our nonprofit, we donate hundreds of thousands annually to causes that make a difference locally, regionally, and globally.
Whether building businesses, mentoring leaders, or driving impact, my focus remains the same: growth, execution, and creating lasting change.
Let’s connect. 🚀
 

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