Bartek Budnicki (he/him)

Experience

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  EY

  Apr 2011 - Apr 2012

  Analityk biznesowy

  Contributed to investigations, compliance, and anti-fraud advisory projects, with a focus on data analysis, process design, and the development of supervision structures aligned with international laws and regulations, including AML.

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  Polskie Koleje Panstwowe S.A.

  Jun 2012 - May 2016

  (3rd assignment) Led a team driving R&D and open innovation policy, overseeing customer journey monitoring, including NPS and satisfaction metrics. Played a key role in developing PKP Group's overall strategy and represented the company in European Commission working groups. (2nd assignment) As a PMO team member, I co-managed strategic projects, including the implementation of the Pendolino train service. My responsibilities covered projects that concerned routing, timetables, passenger service standards, and the logistics of maintenance and modernization of the railroad network. (1st assignment) Co-led fraud investigations, compliance, and internal auditing projects while driving initiatives to shape the new organizational culture, including the implementation of a CSR strategy and a Code of Ethics.

  • Head of Innovation and R&D Team

    Aug 2015 - May 2016

  • Strategy & Analysis Expert

    Nov 2013 - Jul 2015

  • Senior Internal Auditor

    Jun 2012 - Nov 2013
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  Innogy Polska

  Jun 2016 - Sept 2017

  Innovation Coordinator

  (1st assignment with the innogy/eon Group) Co-developed a plan to cultivate a customer-innovation-centric culture at Innogy Poland through internal communications, workshops, and keynotes. Established and managed a process for internal corporate venturing, including oversight of a dedicated MVP budget.

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  Innogy Innovation Hub

  Oct 2017 - May 2018

  Innovation & Opportunity Scout (CEE)

  (2nd assignment with the innogy/eon Group) Developed the strategy for entering the CEE market and establishing a regional office for Innogy's global VC unit, ensuring strategic post-IPO revenue investment. Identified high-potential investment opportunities, enhanced fund visibility, and forged co-investment partnerships with VCs, business incubators, accelerators, and corporates.

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  Business Link

  May 2018 - Dec 2020

  (2nd assignment wihin Skanska's Group, management team role) Developed and executed a comprehensive product positioning strategy for Business Link across Poland and the Czech Republic post-acquisition by Skanska. Led strategic implementation, overseeing planning, budgeting, and key partnerships. Utilized a data-driven approach to supervise research on client satisfaction, brand recognition, and pricing, continuously refining the strategy. Focused on optimizing the client conversion path to enhance marketing effectiveness, driving significant business results and strengthening Business Link's market position and financial performance. Show less

  • Head of Product Development & Marketing

    Feb 2019 - Dec 2020

  • Head of Ideation Team

    May 2018 - Jan 2019
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  Skanska

  Jan 2021 - Mar 2024

  Strategy & Insights Lead / DEI Lead

  (3rd assignment within Skanska's Group) Served as a strategy and insights lead, driving office product development through the creation and execution of the annual research agenda, which shaped product offerings. Contributed to internal restructuring and product repositioning, ensuring alignment with the evolving needs of urban landscapes. Led Diversity & Inclusion efforts across Central and Eastern Europe, developing the region's first DE&I strategy and co-founding "Place of Pride," the first LGBTQ+ Employee Resource Group in Skanska's CEE region, advancing a more inclusive workplace culture. Show less