Aleksandra Y. Efimova
About Aleksandra Y. Efimova
Aleksandra Y. Efimova is a prominent business leader and the Founding Co-Chair of the Chicago Chapter of Harvard Alumni Entrepreneurs. She currently serves as the Chief Executive Officer of Golfabella® and has held various leadership roles in organizations such as Auxo Brands and the U.S.-Russia Chamber of Commerce.
Work at Harvard Alumni Entrepreneurs
Aleksandra Y. Efimova serves as the Founding Co-Chair of the Chicago Chapter of Harvard Alumni Entrepreneurs. She has held this position since 2016, contributing to the organization's mission of fostering entrepreneurship among Harvard alumni. Her leadership in this role emphasizes networking and collaboration among entrepreneurs in the Chicago area.
Current Role at Golfabella®
Since 2023, Aleksandra Y. Efimova has been the Chief Executive Officer of Golfabella®, based in Palm Beach, Florida. In this role, she oversees the company's operations and strategic direction, focusing on enhancing its presence in the golf industry.
Education and Expertise
Aleksandra Y. Efimova has an extensive educational background. She earned a Master's degree in International Business, Trade, and Tax Law from Northwestern University Pritzker School of Law in 2018. Additionally, she completed the Executive Business OPM39 program at Harvard Business School from 2008 to 2010. Her undergraduate degree in International Business/Trade/Commerce was obtained from Eastern Michigan University in 1999. She also studied Fine Arts at the Hermitage Museum Art School from 1983 to 1993.
Media Features and Speaking Engagements
Aleksandra Y. Efimova has been featured in notable media outlets such as Forbes Women, Bloomberg, NBC, and Crain’s Business. She frequently speaks at events, including the Executives’ Club of Chicago, the International Fashion Forum, and the US Embassy American Center in Moscow, sharing her insights on business and leadership.
Leadership Roles and Community Involvement
Aleksandra Y. Efimova holds several leadership positions. She is the Vice President and Head of the Midwest Region at the U.S.-Russia Chamber of Commerce, a role she has maintained since 2013. Additionally, she served as Chair of the Moscow Committee for Chicago Sister Cities International from 2007 to 2022. She also mentors in the EY Women Athletes Business Network Mentoring Program and chairs IL Senator Mark Kirk’s Eastern European Leadership Board.