Irina Kurilenko
About Irina Kurilenko
Irina Kurilenko is a Direct Sales Development Manager for Export Markets at Avon, where she has worked since 2018. She has extensive experience in sales and business development, having held various leadership roles within Avon across multiple countries, including Georgia, Kazakhstan, and the Balkans.
Current Role at Avon
Irina Kurilenko currently serves as the Direct Sales Development Manager for Export Markets at Avon, a position she has held since 2018. In this role, she focuses on developing and implementing strategies to enhance Avon's direct sales operations in various international markets. Her responsibilities include overseeing market entry initiatives and ensuring the successful establishment of Avon's presence in new regions.
Previous Experience at Avon
Irina Kurilenko has extensive experience at Avon, having held multiple roles since 2003. She worked as a Business Trainer from 2003 to 2006 in Kiev, where she contributed to training and development initiatives. She later served as the Head of Sales for the Balkans from 2016 to 2018, where she played a significant role in transforming operations into profitable markets. Additionally, she was the Country Sales Leader for Bulgaria, Macedonia, and Albania from 2013 to 2015, and held various sales management positions in Kazakhstan and Georgia.
Education and Training
Irina Kurilenko earned a Master's degree from the State Linguistic University in Kiev, completing her studies from 1986 to 2001. She has also pursued additional training at Core Business School in Kiev, where she completed programs in effective presentation and communication from 2002 to 2004. Furthermore, she attended Training Force in Kiev, focusing on training for trainers and time management from 2004 to 2006. Currently, she is studying at the Baltic Training Group in Moscow, where she is engaged in training related to conflict resolution and stress management.
Market Entry Success
Irina Kurilenko successfully led the market entry and establishment of Avon's presence in Georgia. This initiative involved strategic planning and execution to ensure that Avon could effectively operate and compete in the Georgian market. Her efforts contributed to the growth and sustainability of Avon's operations in the region.
Specialization in Business Development
Irina Kurilenko specializes in creating and executing dynamic business development strategies. She has a strong focus on cross-cultural team development and talent growth within the business environment. Her expertise in these areas has enabled her to drive successful sales initiatives and foster a collaborative work culture across diverse teams.