Dmitry A. Loschinin has led Luxoft from its inception in April 2000. With over 20 years of IT experience Dmitry has built a superior team of professionals and has brought Luxoft to the vanguard of global IT outsourcing.

Under Dmitry’s stewardship Luxoft has enjoyed exponential growth and has become a global IT outsourcing leader with a loyal client base that includes some of the world’s most successful companies.

Dmitry started his professional career as a software engineer in the late 1980s. In a short period of time he achieved management roles within leading multinationals such as KED GmbH, MCP GmbH and IBM. In 1998 Dmitry joined the IBS Group where he successfully established SAP R/3 implementation practice before taking charge of the IBS initiative to offer offshore software services. This initiative eventually became Luxoft.

Recognized expert on the issues of global outsourcing, Dmitry is a Certified Outsourcing Professional® (COP) and is a member of the Outsourcing Hall of Fame, one of the most prestigious industry recognitions, presented by the International Association of Outsourcing Professionals (IAOP).

Dmitry holds a Master of Science degree from the Moscow State University and completed an executive education program at Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania, USA.

Michael Friedland oversees the company business performance, execution of corporate sales and is in charge of Financial, Enterprise and Domestic lines of business.

Michael has more than 17 years of extensive hands-on IT experience in the software services business. In 1993, Michael became a co-founder of IT Consulting International (ITCI) having evolved from a software programmer into a successful entrepreneur and IT executive. Providing development, support, and managing projects for such companies as Merrill Lynch, Lehman Brothers, SIAC and Merck/Medco, Michael has gained a keen insight into the enterprise IT, software development best practices and business knowledge. While in ITCI, he conceived and conceptualized development of LUXproject™, a Web-based solution for distributed development and project management, providing multiple advantages to Luxoft clients.

Michael holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Sciences and a Master's degree in Management Administration from Academy of International Business Studies, Moscow, Russia.

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As VP, Global Marketing Przemyslaw Berendt is responsible for the overall marketing strategy of Luxoft. Przemek has broad management experience ranging from organization management to IT product development and commercialization. Prior to Luxoft, Przemek served as a Branch Manager of Betware, a mid-size, international software development company. He planned and executed the launch of Betware’s Polish branch. He was overall responsible for the company’s operations in Poland.

Przemek holds an MSc degree in Computer Science from DePaul University in Chicago, IL, a BA in Computer Science from School of Business-National Louis University in Poland, and an Associate Degree in Programming from Blackhawk Technical College in the U.S.

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Mikhail Bykov is Managing Director of Luxoft’s Manufacturing and Enterprise Solutions line of business.

Mikhail started his career as a software engineer, holding various technical and managerial positions in software development industry. He joined Luxoft in 2004 as a project manager, responsible for challenging projects in Boeing Development Center. Later he was appointed head of Project Services Group, which delivered software development projects for customers across various industries with distributed development teams. Prior to his appointment as Managing Director of Manufacturing and Enterprise solutions practice, Mikhail created Luxoft’s Technology Office, which he headed for two years. In his current role from 2009, he is responsible for managing company’s operations with clients in the area of enterprise automation, aviation, logistics, leading both engineering and sales.

Mikhail Bykov holds a PhD in Computer Science from Moscow Institute of Electronic Technology, specializing in web component-based platforms architecture.

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Yuri Elkin is Managing Director of Luxoft’s Financial Services practice. In this role, he is responsible for managing and growing company’s global financial services’ accounts, business planning and development of domain-specific technology expertise within the practice.

Yuri has more than twelve years of technology experience. Prior to Luxoft, he worked in IT department of one of the largest Russian telecom company. When Luxoft was established in 2000 he joined the Company together with a team of other professionals. Joining the company as a leading software developer, Yuri soon was managing one of the largest projects for the key customer, Boeing. Yuri was appointed head of Luxoft’s engagement with Deutsche bank, leading the account to significant growth and making foundation of Luxoft’s Financial Services practice.

Yuri holds a Master of Science degree in Applied Mathematics from Moscow State Institute of Electronics and Mathematics, where he graduated summa cum laude.

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Elena Goryunova has been leading Luxoft's Human Resources department since the company's inception in 2000.

While at Luxoft, Elena has developed a unique personnel selection and integration system that has enabled the company to grow ten times over the past five years. During this rapid expansion Elena also played an instrumental role in the opening of numerous offices in the Russian cities of St. Petersburg, Omsk, Dubna, and Nizhny Novgorod. The personnel management system that Elena introduced and implemented is modeled after the best practices employed by the most successful western companies.

Elena started her career in 1994 as HR specialist within the world leading consulting and audit company, KPMG. During 4 years of work within the Company she made impressive career progress being involved in all HR practices. In 1997 Elena joined Austrian Investment Bank Creditanstalt as the Head of HR department where she was responsible for implementing best HR practices, recruiting, training personnel and translating Core Corporate Values.

Elena Goryunova graduated from Moscow Academy of International Business with a degree in Economics.

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Vadim Iasenik is Managing Director of Luxoft in Western Europe. He is responsible for business developement, relationships with key customers and strategic partnerships within the region.

Vadim joined Luxoft team in 2010.
Vadim has over 15 years of experience in senior positions in major international companies such as American International Group, J. P. Morgan, and Gateway in New York, Deutsche Bank in London, IC Rosbilding and Sminex in Russia.

Vadim Iasenik holds a Master Degree from the South Russian State Technical University.

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As Chief Operating Officer (COO), Pavel Khristolubov oversees Luxoft’s global operations, internal IT, and administration. Pavel is responsible for centralizing and streamlining business management and operational processes across the company.

Pavel joined Luxoft in 2004, bringing more than ten years of experience in IT and offshore software development to the company. His experience at Luxoft began as a project manager, and then he quickly became the program manager and initiation manager for major Luxoft accounts. In 2006, he was promoted to Delivery Center Director for a prominent aerospace customer. Since 2008 he was running largest delivery center of the company for an industry-leading financial customer. Pavel assumed the role of Chief Operating Officer in 2011.

Pavel has a proven record of accomplishment in delivering business growth, developing solid client partnerships, and building a strong management team. His deep experience in multiple domains has increased the effectiveness of the Luxoft support organizations around the world.

Pavel holds Master of Computer Science degree from Тomsk State University.

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Dmitry Kushnir has led Luxoft Ukraine since September 2006. Dmitry has 7+ years experience of holding senior management positions with the IT companies in Ukraine and the USA. His professionalism combined with deep knowledge of the Ukrainian IT market contributed substantially to Luxoft’s expansion in the region.

Dmitry started his career in 1999 in the US as a project manager in Brick-and-Mortar.com. In 2001 he moved to Kiev where he got a challenging opportunity to launch a Ukrainian start up – CINTECH, which is now successfully operating. During 2005 – 2006 Dmitry held executive position at USC (United Software Corp.).

Dmitry graduated from the National Technical University of Ukraine with a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering and undertook an executive education program in Wharton Business School, University of Pennsylvania, USA.

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Cuong La Manh leads Luxoft Vietnam since its launch in spring 2008. Cuong has more than 14 years of experience working in the technology and software industry. His deep knowledge of domestic as well as international markets supported by strong hands-on managerial experience greatly contributed to the successful startup of the company in the region.

Cuong’s working experience includes major Vietnamese and International companies such as Fujitsu Computer Products of Vietnam, a subsidiary of Fujitsu Corp, Saigon Sky Garden Co., Petrosin InfoTech and Vietnam e-Solution Co.

Cuong holds an Engineer Degree from HCMC University of Agriculture and Forestry and has accomplished a number of various business courses in Software Engineering and Management.

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Doru Mardare has more than 15 years of experience in software engineering business for the telecommunications industry. He founded ITC Networks in 2000 with 20 engineers, and in eight years brought the company to the leading position in software development arena in Eastern Europe.

As a Managing Director of ITC Networks, Doru relied on his R&D experience and entrepreneurial talent to attract and retain as customers some of the telecom blue-chip companies - Nortel Networks, Avaya, and Trapeze Networks.

Doru holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from the Polytechnic Institute in Bucharest, Romania, and a Master of Engineering Science from the University of Western Ontario, London, Canada.

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As Vice President of Technology Services Michael Minkevich is responsible for running Product Engineering business unit that hosts several technology focused practices including Computer Software, Telecommunications, Energy & Utilities, Automotive and others.

Michael has more than 15 years of intensive hands-on experience in the IT industry. He joined Luxoft in 2003 and since then has been instrumental in making Luxoft a recognized global player in the product development area. Before Luxoft, he held executive positions with several international software and hi-tech companies including Novosoft and StarForce Technologies.

Michael is an alumnus of the Stanford Graduate School of Business and holds the Advanced Certificate for Executives in Management, Innovation and Technology from the MIT Sloan School of Management and a Master of Computer Science degree from Novosibirsk State Technical University.

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Bogdan joined the Luxoft team in 2008 with the acquisition of ITC Networks. He has over 14 years of software engineering experience, five of them in senior management roles. Bogdan started his career in 1997 as a software developer. In 2000 he joined ITC Networks as a software developer and, later on, became a project manager. In 2006 he got the position of senior account manager for an important account in the telecom sector.

Bogdan holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science from the Polytechnic University in Bucharest and a PhD in Economics from INCE, Romanian Academy.

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As Vice President, Global Communications Alina Plaia oversees corporate-focused external communications functions and acts as the Company's spokesperson.

Ms. Plaia is a seasoned investment banking professional with 16 years of experience in accounting, finance, and capital markets. She started her career at Credit Suisse First Boston, followed by Deloitte & Touche LLP, and Societe Generale. Ms. Plaia’s experience includes 6 years as a Director of Emerging Markets Research Sales in Markets and Investment Banking division of UniCredit (and its predecessor Aton Capital) in New York, where she liaised with major U.S. asset managers. During her career at UniCredit/Aton Ms. Plaia covered and helped raise over $1Bn in equity capital (public/private/PIPEs) for corporate clients. She has joined the Luxoft team after working as a U.S. Investor Relations for IBS Group, the parent Company of Luxoft.

Alina holds a graduate degree in Finance from Leonard N. Stern School of Business at New York University, CPA license, and FINRA Ser. 7, 79, and 63. Ms. Plaia is a member New York Advisory Board of Best Buddies, a Kennedy-Shriver charity that creates partnerships and opportunities for people with intellectual and learning disabilities.

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Vasiliy Suvorov serves as VP Technology Strategy at Luxoft where his role is to define and drive company technology strategy across its key Lines of Business. Vasily has over 15 years of software and systems development experience. Throughout his professional career he has held leading technical and management positions in international telecom and hi-tech companies, where he was responsible for defining technical strategy, designing and implementing real-time and mission-critical software systems. He actively participates in international conferences and technology alliances helping companies realize business benefits from emerging technologies.

Born in Moscow, Russia, Vasily holds Executive Certificate in Strategy and Innovation from MIT Sloan school of Management. He studied at Moscow Institute of Electronic Technology focusing on computer science and mathematics.

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Roman Trakhtenberg is responsible for business development, maintaining relationships with key customers and developing strategic partnerships within his region.

Roman joined Luxoft team in 2009 as a director of the center. Under his leadership, this center has become the fastest growing in the company.

He has more than 10 years of experience working on leading positions in major Russian and international companies in the investment sector, including Republic National Bank of New York, Gateway Inc., Deutsche Bank AG, Rosbuilding Investment Company, and Sminex Investment Company.

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As Chief Financial Officer, Roman Yakushkin covers global financial, planning and accounting issues of Luxoft. His responsibilities include corporate finance, treasury, financial and management accounting, corporate planning and budgeting, investment analysis, tax accounting, auditing and controlling. He also oversees accounting by local standards in all Luxoft offices and is responsible for the corporate structuring.

Roman joined Luxoft in 2006 and is based in Moscow. He has over fifteen years of experience in financial sector. Prior to Luxoft he has held several senior financial positions with a number of leading companies. His experience includes the positions with MTS (Mobile Telesystems), FESCO and Louis Dreyfus.

Roman holds an MBA (Master of Business Administration) degree from INSEAD. He is also a CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst) charter holder. He received his university degree in Oriental Studies from the Far Eastern State University.

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