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Branka Zlatkov
Executive Advisor & Mentor
Experience
Jan 2020 - Present
6 years 2 monthsExecutive Advisor & Mentor
EIT Health e.V.
- Mentoring early-stage startups
- Guiding go-to-market strategies
- Serving as panelist for investor presentations across Europe
- Supporting multiple European innovation initiatives and accelerator programs
Jan 2017 - Dec 2020
4 yearsManaging Director
GlycanAge Ltd
- Directed biotechnology startup operations
- Oversaw legal frameworks, logistics, and brand development across the UK and Croatia
- Represented company in major EU accelerator programs and investor forums
Jan 2011 - Present
15 years 2 monthsFounder & CEO
Abies Alba d.o.o.
- Established management consulting firm specialising in corporate governance, strategic development, and international expansion
Jan 2008 - Dec 2011
4 yearsHead of Risk Management
Société Générale Croatia
- Implemented corporate governance and regulatory alignment projects
- Led a team of 50 employees
Jan 2007 - Dec 2008
2 yearsProject Manager
Capgemini Consulting Osterreich AG
- Managed World Retail Banking Report project for Croatia
- Conducted C-level interviews
- Presented insights at global Capgemini forums in Paris
Jan 2005 - Dec 2007
3 yearsStrategy Officer
HPB Croatian Post Bank
- Developed 5-year business plan and Balanced Scorecard model
- Introduced multi-level incentive scheme for sales teams
- Set up and implemented factoring, investment banking, and savings house services
- Established a system of controls and management between the corporate governance, risk management, and operational sectors
Jan 2005 - Dec 2005
1 yearDeputy CEO
Prvi Faktor d.o.o.
- Launched Croatia’s first factoring risk management framework
- Supervised regulatory approvals
- Led market positioning campaigns
Industries Experience
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Experienced in Professional Services (15 years), Banking and Finance (7 years), Healthcare (6 years), and Biotechnology (4 years).
Professional Services
Banking and Finance
Healthcare
Biotechnology
Business Areas Experience
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Experienced in Strategy (18 years), Marketing (10 years), Finance (7 years), Investments and M&A (6 years), Legal (5 years), and Project Management (5 years).
Strategy
Marketing
Finance
Investments and M&A
Legal
Project Management
Summary
Empowering Growth Through Strategy, Finance, and Innovation. Results-driven executive advisor and managing director with extensive experience across international business strategy, finance, and organisational leadership. Strong record of transforming complex challenges into sustainable growth and guiding startups through investment readiness and expansion. Expert in strategy execution, governance frameworks, risk management, and growth leadership. Known for guiding organisations from early concept through commercialisation, leading high-performance teams, and mentoring emerging entrepreneurs within the EU innovation landscape.
Skills
- Business Strategy
- Financial Planning
- Market Expansion
- Governance & Compliance
- Start-up Mentorship
- Investment Readiness
- Market Access
- Pricing & Reimbursement
- Corporate Finance
- Risk Management
- Change Management
- International Leadership
- Communication & Negotiation
Languages
Croatian
NativeEnglish
AdvancedFrench
AdvancedEducation
Oct 1990 - Jun 1994
University of Zagreb, Faculty of Economics & Business
Master’s Degree in Economics, Accounting and Finance Major · Economics · Zagreb, Croatia
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Where is Branka based?
Branka is based in Zagreb, Croatia.
What languages does Branka speak?
Branka speaks the following languages: Croatian (Native), English (Advanced), French (Advanced).
How many years of experience does Branka have?
Branka has at least 21 years of experience. During this time, Branka has worked in at least 7 different roles and for 7 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 3 years. Note that Branka may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.
What roles would Branka be best suited for?
Based on recent experience, Branka would be well-suited for roles such as: Executive Advisor & Mentor, Managing Director, Founder & CEO.
What is Branka's latest experience?
Branka's most recent position is Executive Advisor & Mentor at EIT Health e.V..
What companies has Branka worked for in recent years?
In recent years, Branka has worked for EIT Health e.V. and Abies Alba d.o.o..
Which industries is Branka most experienced in?
Branka is most experienced in industries like Professional Services, Banking and Finance, and Healthcare. Branka also has some experience in Biotechnology.
Which business areas is Branka most experienced in?
Branka is most experienced in business areas like Strategy and Planning, Marketing, and Finance. Branka also has some experience in Investments, M&A & Venture Capital, Project Management, and Legal and Compliance.
Which industries has Branka worked in recently?
Branka has recently worked in industries like Professional Services and Healthcare.
Which business areas has Branka worked in recently?
Branka has recently worked in business areas like Strategy and Planning, Investments, M&A & Venture Capital, and Marketing.
What is Branka's education?
Branka holds a Master in Economics from University of Zagreb, Faculty of Economics & Business.
What is the availability of Branka?
Branka is immediately available for suitable projects.
What is the rate of Branka?
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