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CzechInvestDirector of Innovation Department
Nov. 2025CzechiaLeading the Innovation Department at CzechInvest, overseeing four micro-teams across the national innovation agenda (7 sectoral Technology Incubation Hubs, ESA Ambassadors, R&D Coordination and the RIS3 team) - in total, 18 people. My role spans strategic direction, cross-sector alignment, service productisation, and organisational transformation. • Driving a department-wide shift to a product-oriented model, creating a unified service portfolio for internal and external clients, defining delivery standards, KPIs and operational processes. • Designing new public–private collaboration models, including commercial prototypes that expand how the agency cooperates with corporates, startups and research institutions. • Co-shaping the next phase of the Technology Incubation programme (TI2) with a focus on deep tech, impact-driven support and scalable collaboration frameworks. • Providing strategic leadership across 7 sectoral hubs (cleantech, mobility, AI, space, advanced materials, creative industries, Tech4Life), ensuring coherence, prioritisation and high-quality delivery. • Supporting transformation of the national innovation ecosystem by aligning stakeholders across ministries, corporates, universities, startups and European partners. • Introducing practical experimentation and prototyping into the department’s workflow to improve adaptability, speed and measurable impact.
CzechInvestEcoTech & Mobility Innovation Hub Lead – Strategic Partnerships & Innovation Management
Jan. 2023Prague, CzechiaLeading CzechInvest’s national hubs for cleantech and smart mobility innovation, I connect startups with corporates, investors, and public-sector partners to deliver scalable sustainable solutions. My work spans from micromobility and autonomous driving to clean energy, hydrogen, and circular economy – driving impactful cross-sector partnerships and public–private pilot projects. Highlights: • Built and scaled a national technology scouting tool – piloted with ČEPS, now adopted across 7 innovation hubs. • Evaluated 100+ early-stage startups on innovativeness, impact, and market readiness for the national Technology Incubation program. • Represent CzechInvest in strategic working groups (Ministry of Transport, AutoSAP) and at industry events (URBIS, EU Cluster Week, Czech & Slovak Sustainability Summit). • Initiated partnerships in automotive, energy, and infrastructure sectors (Škoda Auto, Operátor ICT, ČEPS). • Co-Launched Czech national pilot for international co-creation (Demola Global) and facilitated cross-border collaboration. Covered key themes: battery storage, hydrogen, circular economy, smart cities, waste valorization, downstream space tech for climate innovation, energy
CzechInvestCluster Strategy Methodologist - Cluster Development & Innovation Ecosystems
Jul. 2020 - Dec. 2022Prague, Czech RepublicAs Cluster Strategy Methodologist at CzechInvest, I led the national initiative to strengthen cluster ecosystems and innovation platforms by developing strategic tools and partnerships to boost innovation capacity, stakeholder engagement, and international collaboration. Highlights: • Designed and launched the Czech National Methodology for Cluster Cooperation – a benchmarking framework of 190+ indicators applied to 25+ clusters. • Delivered strategic guidance for policy makers, cluster managers and ministries, shaping cluster development across the country. • Co-founded the Czech Battery Cluster by mobilising key stakeholders around battery innovation and industrial cooperation. • Facilitated knowledge exchange with leading international experts from Sweden, Germany, Spain (via TCI Network). • Built partnerships with the Ministry of Industry and Trade, universities (e.g. Charles University), industry groups, and European cluster organisations. • Represented CzechInvest at international forums, boosting Czech visibility in cluster development and innovation policy. Working across government, academia and industry to enable ecosystems that accelerate cross-sector innovation.
BrunelBusiness Development Manager
Dec. 2018 - May. 2020Prague, The Capital, Czech RepublicManaged and expanded a portfolio of 25+ key enterprise clients across three industrial regions in the Czech Republic, focusing on Automotive, Engineering, and Manufacturing sectors. 📌 Key responsibilities & achievements: • Developed and implemented regional sales strategies, driving business growth and long-term partnerships. • Built multilevel relationships with C-level, operational, and partner contacts (e.g. ZF, Faurecia, Continental, Hella Autotechnik). • Led a complex engineering optimization project for ZF, delivering over €2 million in annual savings. • Provided full account oversight and support for engineering consultants on client assignments. • Delivered tailored staffing and engineering solutions based on deep understanding of client needs.
DDB Prague and other experienceEarly Career Highlights
Jan. 2008 - Dec. 2018GlobalEarly Career Highlights (2008–2018) Various roles in financial services, marketing, events, and hospitality, building a diverse foundation in client relations, sales, and project delivery. Financial Advisor – Česká pojišťovna | Built and managed B2C client portfolio, exceeding growth targets and initiating strategic B2B collaborations. Junior Project Manager – DDB Prague | Delivered end-to-end project management for Porsche and McDonald’s CZ/SK campaigns. Event Production – SAFY Production | Led on-site teams for major festivals and lifestyle events, representing international brands. Hospitality Roles – Grupotel Hotels (Spain) & W&H New Zealand | Gained cross-cultural communication skills and adaptability through international experience. Sales & Operations – Česká pojišťovna & Aton Centrum | Early sales and operational management in insurance and family business contexts.
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