Artem Chestnov
About Artem Chestnov
Artem Chestnov is the CEO of Ubex AI and a General Partner at 4Blocks Capital Partners, with extensive experience in marketing, brand management, and investment. He has held various leadership roles in notable companies and specializes in market entry strategies and innovative business models.
Current Role at Ubex AI
Artem Chestnov has served as the CEO of Ubex AI since 2017. Under his leadership, the company has focused on leveraging artificial intelligence to enhance business operations and consumer engagement. His role involves strategic decision-making and overseeing the implementation of innovative technologies to drive growth and efficiency in the organization.
Previous Experience in Marketing and Brand Management
Artem Chestnov has a diverse background in marketing and brand management. He worked at Avery Dennison as Market Segment Manager for the EMEA region from 2009 to 2012. Prior to that, he was a Brand Manager at Efes Rus, where he managed the #1 beer brand in Moscow from 2004 to 2008. His early career included a position as Trade Marketing Specialist at L'Oreal from 2002 to 2004 and as PR Projects Manager at Ogilvy Public Relations Worldwide in 2000.
Investment and Startup Engagement
In addition to his corporate roles, Artem Chestnov actively invests in startups at the seed stage and engages in pre-IPO secondaries. His investment strategy emphasizes identifying promising ventures and supporting their growth. He also focuses on sectors such as DeFi, FinTech, and AdTech through his work at a Web3 venture studio and private investment fund.
Educational Background
Artem Chestnov holds an MBA from INSEAD, which he completed from 2008 to 2009. He also earned a Master in International Business (MIB) from Saint Petersburg State University between 2002 and 2004. His undergraduate studies were at Baltic State Technical University 'VOENMEH,' where he achieved a Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Management from 1997 to 2001.
Leadership at 4Blocks Capital Partners
Since 2017, Artem Chestnov has been a General Partner at 4Blocks Capital Partners, based in Zurich, Switzerland. In this role, he contributes to the strategic direction of the firm, focusing on investment opportunities and market development. His expertise in creating effective instruments for consumers and trade channels supports the firm's objectives in fostering business growth.