Aleksander Szlachetko
Expirienced Managing Director
Krakow
Summary
A dynamic and results-driven executive with over 25 years of experience in IT and esports/gaming industries. Proven track record in driving business growth, leading large teams, and managing high-stakes projects. Formerly a Regional Sales Manager at Intel, currently the Managing Director at ESL Gaming Poland, part of ESL FACEIT Group, who spearheaded the expansion into the company's largest production hub.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Managing Director
ESL FACEIT Group [EFG]
04.2017 - Current
- Oversaw expansion of Polish entity, growing it to become company's largest production hub, increasing employee count to 180 in last few years.
- Led development of 8,000 m² complex, including state-of-the-art TV studios and offices.
- Directed production and management of major esports events, enhancing company's market presence.
- Delivered consistent revenue growth by identifying new business opportunities and expanding service offerings
Business Development Director
ESL Gaming
10.2016 - 03.2017
- Developed long-term strategy for ESL Poland, implementing new business processes, and improving existing ones.
EMEA Destkop Sales Manager
Intel Corporation
01.2016 - 09.2016
- Managed the desktop PC client business in EMEA, specifically targeting the enthusiast market (gaming, esports, and content creation).
- Drove sales growth of desktop PC products in the EMEA region by developing and implementing strategic plans with central teams and effective execution by regional sales organization.
Retail Marketing Manager
Intel Corporation
07.2015 - 12.2015
- Played key role in Intel Retail Consumer team in CEE region, managing largest retail accounts in Poland (Media Saturn Holding, EuroNet, Sferis).
- Oversaw their PC business and marketing strategy and technology adoption within with these key retail accounts
CEE Market Development Manager
Intel Corporation
01.2009 - 06.2015
- Successfully drove sales growth of high-end desktop processors in CEE market
- Was responsible for organizing Intel Extreme Masters World Championship in Poland, one of the biggest esport events WW between 2013 - 2016.
Field Sales Application Engineer
Intel Corporation
10.2004 - 12.2009
- Part of Strategic Account Team, responsible for biggest channel accounts in CEE region, their sales results, design wins, strategy, and marketing
- Supported their run rate business, computer line-up, and strategic projects/tenders to the biggest institutional and private clients in CEE region, including biggest HPC clusters for Polish universities, CERN, and large PC projects for Polish schools.
Channel Sales Representative
Intel Corporation
09.2001 - 09.2004
- Account Manager in Reseller Channel Organisation (RCO) responsible for mid-size channel accounts, their product line-ups, marketing and sales results.
Local Area Manager
Fincom Poland
05.2000 - 09.2001
- Responsible for the company's strategy, marketing, and sales results in Poland; working with whole sales channel - distributors, LOEMs, and resellers.
Presales Specialist
Hogart Sp. z o. o.
06.1999 - 05.2000
- Presale Specialist - responsible for sales support in ERP & CRM systems sales process.
Product Manager
River System Sp. z o.o.
07.1996 - 06.1999
- Product Manager at an IT distribution company, responsible for various IT product lines from printers to networking products.
Education
Master of Science - Psychology
SWPS University
Katowice, Poland 10.2019 - 05.2023
Master of Science - Management and Marketing
AGH University of Science And Technology
Kraków, Poland 10.1993 - 05.1999
Skills
Executive Management
Languages
Polish
Native language
English
Proficient
C2
Interests
Rock climbing
Technology & science
Yoga & mindfulness
Timeline
Master of Science - Psychology
SWPS University
10.2019 - 05.2023
Managing Director
ESL FACEIT Group [EFG]
04.2017 - Current
Business Development Director
ESL Gaming
10.2016 - 03.2017
EMEA Destkop Sales Manager
Intel Corporation
01.2016 - 09.2016
Retail Marketing Manager
Intel Corporation
07.2015 - 12.2015
CEE Market Development Manager
Intel Corporation
01.2009 - 06.2015
Field Sales Application Engineer
Intel Corporation
10.2004 - 12.2009
Channel Sales Representative
Intel Corporation
09.2001 - 09.2004
Local Area Manager
Fincom Poland
05.2000 - 09.2001
Presales Specialist
Hogart Sp. z o. o.
06.1999 - 05.2000
Product Manager
River System Sp. z o.o.
07.1996 - 06.1999
Master of Science - Management and Marketing
AGH University of Science And Technology
10.1993 - 05.1999
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