Kristjan Kolbre
About Kristjan Kolbre
Kristjan Kolbre is the Vice President of Research and Development at MyMediabox, where he has worked since 2023. He has a diverse background in technology and business, with previous roles in various companies and a strong commitment to education and mentorship.
Work at MyMediabox
Kristjan Kolbre serves as the Vice President of Research and Development at MyMediabox, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he oversees the financial aspects of the R&D team, which includes forecasting, reconciliation, and analysis. Kolbre's focus is on creating solutions that enhance the security and transparency of licensing transactions. His leadership is instrumental in guiding the development of innovative products and services within the company.
Previous Experience
Before joining MyMediabox, Kristjan Kolbre accumulated extensive experience in various roles. He worked at Nordea Pensions Estonia AS as an Advisor from 2008 to 2013. He co-founded Valdo app, serving as CTO from 2016 to 2017. Kolbre also spent nine years at Vamp Digital as a Full Stack Engineer and Co-Founder from 2013 to 2022. His entrepreneurial journey includes founding Stardipaik.ee, where he was the CTO from 2014 to 2020, and Postiljon, where he served as Founder and Full Stack Developer from 2009 to 2013.
Education and Expertise
Kristjan Kolbre holds a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration from TalTech – Tallinn University of Technology, which he completed from 2009 to 2012. He also earned a Bachelor of Arts in Public Administration from the University of Tallinn, studying from 2003 to 2008. Kolbre has furthered his expertise by obtaining certifications in Google Analytics Platform Principles and Intellectual Property in Entrepreneurship Education.
Teaching and Mentorship
Since 2015, Kristjan Kolbre has been a Guest Lecturer at Tallinn University of Technology, where he teaches and inspires students to pursue entrepreneurship and innovation. He is dedicated to mentoring a talented team of developers at MyMediabox, providing guidance both onsite and offshore. His commitment to education and mentorship reflects his passion for fostering the next generation of innovators.
Leadership Roles
In addition to his current role at MyMediabox, Kristjan Kolbre has held various leadership positions throughout his career. He served as Head of Product Development at Brainbase for seven months in 2022 and was the Partnership Director at JCI Estonia from 2012 to 2013. These roles have contributed to his extensive knowledge in product development and strategic partnerships.