Smart Holding, an investment and industrial group, announces changes in the company’s leadership. Julia Kiryanova, who has held the role of CEO, has decided to leave the company. Responsibility for the management and strategic development of the Group will now be assumed by the Chairman of the Supervisory Board of Smart Holding, Ivan Gerasymovych.
Julia Kiryanova has held leadership positions within Smart Holding since 2011, taking on the role of CEO for more than three years. During her tenure, the Group navigated two of its most challenging crises — the full-scale war and the state-imposed blockade of the company's operations. Over the past three years, the Group successfully implemented anti-crisis measures, restored operational activities and growth opportunities, retained key personnel, continued to support Ukraine’s economy, and maintained its investment potential for Ukraine’s recovery and rebuilding efforts.
"I am grateful to the entire Smart Holding team for their support and productive collaboration throughout my time as CEO. Together, we have overcome the most challenging period in the company’s history. It is well-positioned for continued growth. I am confident that the new leadership will help further enhance the company’s role in the development and recovery of Ukraine and will bring new opportunities for growth," said Julia Kiryanova.
Ivan Gerasymovych has been involved in corporate business since 2008, holding senior positions at various companies including Deputy General Director of the airline company AeroSvit and Executive Director of the Terra-Food Group. Since 2014, he has served as Director of Risk and Security at Smart Holding and has experience as a member of the Supervisory Board of both Kharkivoblenergo JSC and Kharkivenergozbut JSC. Since 2020, he has chaired the Board of the Association of Corporate Security Professionals of Ukraine. His knowledge and experience, together with the Smart Holding team, will ensure the stable operation of the Group, safeguarding and protecting its assets under difficult conditions.
“Smart Holding is dedicated to the principle of responsible business, people-focused leadership, and adhering to tax obligations to support Ukraine’s economy and rebuild the state. Changes in management will ensure the Group's readiness for new challenges and preserve its focus on sustainable growth, in line with the country’s future recovery. We are united in supporting Ukraine’s development and preparing for long-term growth,” said Ivan Gerasymovych upon assuming his new role.
About Smart Holding:
Smart Holding is one of Ukraine's largest investment groups, focusing on the development of key sectors of the economy, including energy, metallurgy, agriculture, shipbuilding, and real estate. The company implements large-scale projects aimed at attracting industrial investment and ensuring the sustainable growth of assets and the Ukrainian economy as a whole.