The Women of Innovecs Who Mentor and Inspire

You’ve been with Innovecs for almost seven years. How has your role evolved over time?

I started back in 2017 as a Junior Java Developer and grew to a strong Middle within two years.

My journey here has been truly transformative: from Junior Java Developer to Team Lead. With every new project and challenge, I expanded my expertise, delved deeper into architecture, and improved both my soft skills and management abilities. I’ve always taken on a lot of responsibilities, and every challenge has helped shape me as a specialist.

I firmly believe that continuous development, a willingness to take responsibility, and adaptability to change have brought me to where I am today. And most importantly — I’m not stopping, because in tech, there is always room to grow.

What is the most valuable lesson you’ve learned from being a mentor?

Mentorship has taught me that sometimes, a single piece of advice or a moment of encouragement can completely shift someone’s perception of themselves and their capabilities.

The most valuable realization? Knowledge and experience multiply when you share them. Helping others grow also helps you grow — deepening your understanding of your field and opening new perspectives.

What’s one universal piece of advice you consider essential for professional growth?

Choose what you truly love. When your work brings you joy, it stops feeling like an obligation and turns into an exciting journey.

Loving what you do gives you strength, motivation, and inspiration — it helps you overcome difficulties and reach new heights. Passion for your work makes the path to success easier and far more rewarding.

What book or books would you recommend to everyone?

For Java Developers:

• Clean Code — Robert C. Martin
• Head First Design Patterns — Eric Freeman, Elisabeth Robson
• OCP Oracle Certified Professional Java SE 21 Developer — Khalid A. Mughal, Vasily A. Strelnikov
• Effective Java — Joshua Bloch

General Reading:

• The Power of Habit: Why We Do What We Do in Life and Business — Charles Duhigg
• Analects — Confucius
• The Definitive Book of Body Language — Allan & Barbara Pease
• History of Ukraine: A Guide for Students and Applicants — Stanislav Kulchytsky, Yu. A. Mytsyk, V. S. Vlasov

Which woman inspires you the most and why?

I am my own source of inspiration.

I value the path I’ve taken, the effort I’ve put in, and the achievements I’ve earned. I truly believe that the best thing that can happen in life is becoming your own role model — being proud of your accomplishments and not seeking validation from the outside but finding it within yourself

You’ve been with Innovecs for almost a year now. What are your impressions of the company?

At Innovecs, I’ve found not just a workplace but an environment where I can grow and bring any idea to life. Here, initiative is truly valued, there’s a strong sense of trust, and you’re given the opportunity to take on responsibility and evolve as a professional.

Over this past year, I’ve worked on a variety of projects that have not only kept things exciting but have also helped me grow professionally. This is incredibly motivating and makes me even more eager to contribute to the company’s success.

You can really feel that Innovecs lives by its values — INNOVATE, INSPIRE, CARE — in everyday work, team interactions, and the way the company invests in each specialist’s development.

What is the most valuable lesson you’ve learned from being a mentor?

Mentorship is a journey of mutual growth.

On one hand, I love sharing my experience with young professionals and helping them find their way in the industry. I want to see more strong specialists in communications — people who don’t just “create content” but truly help brands grow, be conscious, and bring meaningful messages to the world.

On the other hand, mentorship also helps me revisit fundamental principles that can sometimes fade into the background amid strategic tasks. By teaching others, I gain a fresh perspective on things I thought I already knew.

And it’s always fascinating to learn why people choose this field and what drives them. That, in itself, is incredibly inspiring.

What’s one universal piece of advice you consider essential for professional growth?

I believe that the key to growth in any field is “visual literacy” — the ability to observe, absorb, and analyze what’s happening around you.

Be curious and don’t be afraid to step outside your comfort zone. Explore not only your industry but also others — engineering, sports, fashion, urban studies, digital design, anything! Expanding your horizons helps you find unconventional solutions and think beyond standard frameworks. The best ideas are born at the intersection of different disciplines.

What book or books would you recommend to everyone?

One book that left a deep impression on me is One Life by Morten Albaek. It talks about how life is made up of many aspects, and the key is to find meaning in all of them — not separating work from personal life, but seeing them as interconnected.

We spend a third of our lives working, yet work and personal life aren’t two separate things that need to be “balanced.” They are part of the same space, and both should be equally engaging, meaningful, and bring joy.

This book makes you reflect on whether you’re truly doing what you love and how to make work not just productive but also fulfilling.

Which woman inspires you the most and why?

My sister. She’s my example of perseverance, confidence, and rational thinking.

I admire her ability to evaluate situations objectively, analyze them, find the best solutions, and never shy away from responsibility. She doesn’t wait for perfect conditions — she takes action. And that’s something I learn from her every day.

You’ve been at Innovecs for over four years. How has your role changed during this time?
I joined the company in 2020 and have experienced both the COVID-19 era and the war alongside Innovecs. Through it all, I’ve been incredibly grateful to be part of the Innovecs Games team — an environment full of support, accountability, and a shared drive for growth.

When I started, I held a mid-level (though, honestly, I’d consider myself junior-to-mid at the time!) position as a Project Manager. Over the years, I worked my way up to Senior Delivery Manager and became the Head of Mobile Game Development within our Innovecs Games studio.

Today, I continue managing projects, handling stakeholder communications, and working with budgets, estimates, and presales. Being in a managerial role is an exciting world of communication and decision-making — one where you never stop learning and growing.

What is the most valuable lesson you’ve learned from being a mentor?
If someone is truly interested and engaged, they can achieve anything. As a mentor, my role is simply to “water the plant” — to help nurture that interest so it continues to grow and thrive.

What’s one universal piece of advice you consider essential for professional growth?
Don’t be afraid to ask questions, listen, and learn from the mistakes of others. The last one is probably the hardest!

There’s a reason they say, “One person alone can’t win a battle” — that’s a pure management principle. Pay attention to your team, because some of the most brilliant ideas are born there.

What book or books would you recommend to everyone?
Recently, I really enjoyed Thinking, Fast and Slow by Daniel Kahneman.

It’s all about how we make decisions and how our brains process information. In other words — know your “opponent” well!

Which woman inspires you the most and why?
I equally respect both men and women — whether they are in leadership roles or simply doing their jobs well. So I don’t want to single anyone out just based on gender.

What truly inspires me is how people present themselves, their communication style, and their willingness to share knowledge. I admire those who go beyond their own comfort zones and contribute to making the world better — people who are involved in community work, mentorship, or other initiatives that create lasting impact.

How did your journey at Innovecs begin, and how has your role evolved?
I joined Innovecs as an HR Business Partner for the Engineering division about five years ago. It was an incredibly dynamic and engaging role that helped me deeply understand the needs of technical teams.

Over time, my responsibilities expanded significantly — I took on Talent Management and project management initiatives. Each new stage presented opportunities for growth, and I was always ready to take on new challenges. Since January 2022, I’ve been serving as the HR Director, now overseeing strategic HR initiatives for the company.

What is the most valuable lesson you’ve learned from being a mentor?
I’ve realized that an effective mentor doesn’t need to have all the answers but must be open to learning alongside their mentee. The true value of mentorship lies in guiding someone to find their own solutions rather than simply providing them.

It’s a process of mutual growth, where both mentor and mentee gain insights, broaden their perspectives, and evolve together.

What’s one universal piece of advice you consider essential for professional growth?
I strongly believe in the Learning by Doing principle. The best way to grow is to take on new tasks and challenges.

Often, we underestimate our own capabilities — we might not even realize what we’re truly capable of until we push our limits. You can probably achieve much more than you think. The key is to step forward and embrace the unknown.

Which woman inspires you the most and why?

The woman who inspires me the most is my mom. Her strength, resilience, and unwavering support have shaped me into who I am today. She has faced countless challenges with grace and never hesitated to put others before herself. Her kindness and ability to keep going no matter what have always motivated me to be the best version of myself.