Julia Belaya
About Julia Belaya
Julia Belaya serves as the Head of International Business Development at Kinship, where she leads European pipeline management and oversees numerous deals across various sectors. She has a diverse background in business development and consulting, with previous roles at Deloitte and Plug and Play Tech Center, and has contributed to discussions on technology's impact on pet health.
Current Role at Kinship
Julia Belaya serves as the Head of International Business Development at Kinship since 2021. In this role, she manages the European pipeline, overseeing over 100 deals across more than 20 verticals. Her responsibilities include evaluating startup deal options in collaboration with Kinship's corporate development team and the accelerator program, Leap. Based in Amsterdam, North Holland, she has contributed to the company's growth and strategic initiatives in the pet care industry.
Previous Experience at Deloitte Consulting
Julia Belaya has extensive experience at Deloitte Consulting, where she held multiple positions. She started as a Sophomore Summer Scholar in 2009 for two months, followed by an internship in 2010 for three months. Later, she worked as a Business Technology Analyst from 2011 to 2013 for two years, and as a Consultant from 2013 to 2014 for seven months. Her roles involved various aspects of consulting, contributing to her expertise in business development.
Educational Background
Julia Belaya studied at California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a focus on Information Systems and a minor in Economics. She graduated summa cum laude and with honors in 2010. Her academic achievements laid a strong foundation for her career in business development and technology.
Speaking Engagements and Industry Contributions
Julia has actively participated in industry conferences, including speaking at the Pet Innovation Summit in London, where she discussed Mars' data-powered approach to pet care. She also spoke at the Animal Health, Nutrition and Technology conference in London, focusing on the role of technology in improving pet health outcomes. Additionally, she delivered a presentation at Goodwoof on the Whistle Smart Collar, emphasizing the use of AI to translate dog behavior into health insights.
Leadership Roles at Startup Creasphere
Since 2018, Julia Belaya has been a co-founder and board member at Startup Creasphere in Germany. In this leadership role, she contributes to the development of innovative startups within the pet care and technology sectors. Her experience in business development and partnerships enhances the strategic direction of the organization.