Ihor Nikolenko
About Ihor Nikolenko
Ihor Nikolenko is a LinkedIn Mentor and the first person in Ukraine to conduct a LinkedIn Live, with over 13 years of experience in international companies. He is the founder and CEO of LinkedIn Mentoring by Ihor Nikolenko and has published a thesis on NLP in PR and Politics, alongside creating the first Ukrainian-language course on LinkedIn and Social Selling.
LinkedIn Mentoring by Ihor Nikolenko
Ihor Nikolenko serves as the Founder and CEO of LinkedIn Mentoring by Ihor Nikolenko, a role he has held since 2017. He is also a Public Speaker and Social Selling Guide within the organization. His work focuses on enhancing LinkedIn skills and social selling strategies for individuals and businesses. Nikolenko has created the first Ukrainian-language course on LinkedIn and Social Selling, known as LinkedIn Boost Camp. He has consulted over 300 clients, providing tailored strategies that integrate social selling into their business activities.
Professional Experience and Background
Ihor Nikolenko has over 13 years of experience in various international companies, including Philip Morris Ukraine, Kimberly Clark, and Giga Group. His roles have included Territory Executive, Regional Manager, and Director of Business Development. He has also worked as a LinkedIn Mentor for United24 Media and has served clients from top organizations such as the European Business Association and KPMG. His extensive background showcases his expertise in business development and social selling.
Education and Academic Contributions
Ihor Nikolenko holds a Master's degree in Applied Linguistics from Lesya Ukrainka Eastern European National University and has also studied Finance. He completed a course on 'Successful Negotiation: Essential Strategies and Skills' at the University of Michigan. Nikolenko published a thesis titled 'NLP as an instrument of influence in PR & Politics,' which is available as a printed book on Amazon. His academic background supports his professional endeavors in communication and business strategies.
Achievements in Social Selling and LinkedIn
Ihor Nikolenko is recognized for conducting the first LinkedIn Live in Ukraine and has a significant online presence with over 33,000 direct contacts on LinkedIn. He has a record of executing a B2B project worth $5.4 million through LinkedIn. Nikolenko has received over 230 recommendations from clients and colleagues, reflecting his impact and reach in the field of social selling. He is known for his structured approach and deep understanding of LinkedIn's nuances.
Speaking Engagements and Community Involvement
Ihor Nikolenko is an active speaker at various conferences, including Kyiv Fashion Week and the Business Educational Forum by MBA25. He hosts 'Fresh Talk' dialogues with prominent personalities on his YouTube channel. His role as a LinkedIn Mentor extends to lecturing for President MBA at KMBS, where he shares his expertise with aspiring business leaders. Nikolenko's involvement in the community emphasizes his commitment to educating others on effective LinkedIn usage and social selling techniques.