Valentina Kaledina
About Valentina Kaledina
Valentina Kaledina is the Director of Business Development at Castbox, where she has worked since 2018, progressing from Consultant to her current role. She has extensive experience in business development and operations, with a background in journalism and an MBA from China Europe International Business School.
Current Role at Castbox
Valentina Kaledina currently holds the position of Director of Business Development at Castbox, a role she has occupied since 2021. In this capacity, she oversees sales and marketing efforts in key markets, including the US and the UK. Her responsibilities include managing podcaster relations and driving business development initiatives to enhance Castbox's market presence.
Previous Experience at Castbox
Prior to her current role, Valentina Kaledina worked at Castbox as a Business Development Manager from 2019 to 2021. She initially joined the company as a Consultant for a four-month period in 2018. Throughout her tenure, she has been involved in various aspects of business development, contributing to the company's growth and strategic initiatives.
Background in Consulting
Before joining Castbox, Valentina Kaledina served as a Partner at Strikitsa Consulting from 2013 to 2017, operating in both Moscow and London. She also held the position of Head of Operations at the same firm from 2010 to 2013. Her experience in consulting has provided her with a strong foundation in business strategy and operations.
Educational Qualifications
Valentina Kaledina has a diverse educational background. She studied Journalism at Lomonosov Moscow State University, earning a Specialist degree from 2004 to 2009. She later pursued a Master in Multimedia Journalism at the Centre de Formation des Journalistes from 2009 to 2010. Additionally, she obtained an MBA from the China Europe International Business School from 2017 to 2019.
Journalism Experience
Valentina Kaledina began her career as a Journalist at Agence France Presse in 2010, where she worked for 11 months in the Paris Area. This experience in journalism has contributed to her communication skills and understanding of media relations, which are beneficial in her current role in business development.