Maria Roy
About Maria Roy
Maria Roy is the Founder of Four Ages Software and serves as the Global Business Development and Partnerships Director at Waverley Software. With a strong academic background and extensive experience in business development, she has successfully integrated her entrepreneurial ventures with her academic career.
Work at Four Ages Software
Maria Roy has served as the Founder of Four Ages Software since 2016. Based in London, England, she has led the company for eight years. Her role involves overseeing the strategic direction and operational management of the organization. Under her leadership, Four Ages Software focuses on innovative solutions in the software industry, leveraging her extensive background in business development and partnerships.
Current Role at Waverley Software
Since 2016, Maria Roy has held the position of Global Business Development and Partnerships Director at Waverley Software. Operating from Palo Alto, California, and Kyiv, Ukraine, she has contributed to the company's growth for eight years. Her responsibilities include developing strategic partnerships and exploring market opportunities, particularly in the US and EU regions.
Education and Expertise
Maria Roy has a diverse educational background. She completed her MPhil at the University of Cambridge, studying at Hughes Hall from 2013 to 2014. Additionally, she attended Harvard University for a Summer School program in Linguistics in 2011. Her academic journey began at Ivan Franko National University of Lviv, where she earned a Master’s Degree and pursued a Ph.D. in Translation Studies and Contrastive Linguistics. This educational foundation supports her expertise in business development and consulting.
Professional Background
Maria Roy has accumulated extensive experience in various roles throughout her career. Before her current positions, she worked as a Business Development Manager at CoreValue Services, LLC from 2015 to 2016. She also served as an Assistant Lecturer at Ivan Franko National University of Lviv from 2007 to 2013. Her early career included a role at Harvard University during the Summer School program in 2011. This blend of academic and professional experiences has shaped her approach to business.
Interests and Skills
Maria Roy has a strong interest in the psychology of interpersonal relationships, which informs her business development strategies. Her passion for languages and communication has been a significant factor in her academic and professional endeavors. She has developed a solid understanding of interpersonal communication, enhancing her career growth in business. Additionally, she has experience consulting companies on sales strategies for accessing US and EU market opportunities.