Prof. Dr. Valeriia Shcherbak, Sumy National Agrarian University, Ukraine
Prof. Dr. Valeriia Shcherbak is an accomplished economist, project manager, and academic, with over three decades of expertise in economics, business administration, and sustainability. She currently serves as a professor at Sumy National Agrarian University and the University of Economics and Trade in Poltava, Ukraine, while also teaching online courses on project and grant management. With a strong focus on improving the world through innovative projects, she has participated in initiatives such as the Ukrainian-Swiss Research Projects Competition and developed strategies for sustainable local development and circular economy practices in Ukraine. Dr. Shcherbak has a rich background in market analysis, marketing strategies, and innovation, including her tenure at SANITIZED AG, where she explored Eastern European textile markets. She holds a doctorate in economics from Kharkiv National University and has contributed to numerous international research and grant projects.
Professional Profile:
Suitability for the Award:
Prof. Dr. Valeriia Shcherbak’s exceptional academic background, innovative research, and leadership in internationally impactful projects and grants make her a highly suitable candidate for the Best Researcher Award. Her focus on sustainability, education innovation, and economic resilience demonstrates her commitment to addressing global challenges and improving societal well-being.
Academic Leadership:
As a professor at Sumy National Agrarian University and the University of Economics and Trade, Poltava, she teaches online courses on project and grant management in English and Ukrainian, shaping the next generation of innovators.
Expertise in Projects & Grants:
Driven by a passion for world improvement, Prof. Dr. Shcherbak specializes in managing impactful projects and grants. She has led initiatives on sustainability, circular economy, and local development strategies, including the Ukrainian-Swiss Research Project 2023.
Research & Analysis:
Her diverse research portfolio spans marketing, entrepreneurship, hospitality, economics, and environmental science. At Sanitized AG, she conducted strategic market analyses, developing sustainable tools like the Energy and Water Saving Calculator.
Educational Excellence:
With a doctorate in Economics (2010) and a deep academic background, Dr. Shcherbak has developed licensed entrepreneurship programs and competed successfully in international grant challenges.
Innovator in Action:
Prof. Dr. Shcherbak embodies resilience and vision, championing projects that foster sustainability and innovation during challenging times in Ukraine.
Publication Top Notes:
Making use of competitive advantages of a university education innovation cluster in the educational services market
Assessing the effects of socially responsible strategic partnerships on building brand equity of integrated business structures in Ukraine
Marketing distribution policy
Increasing the investment and innovation potential of industrial enterprises of railway transport in the conditions of integration processes
Use of key indicators to monitor sustainable development of rural areas