Dr. Svetlana Khimina

Dr. Svetlana Khimina is a seasoned business mentor and independent consultant specializing in data-driven strategy and analytics, currently serving at Abu Dhabi SME Hub and StrategyConnect Inc. With a strong background in research and advisory roles, including as a Senior Research Analyst at IDC, Dr. Khimina has provided strategic insights in IoT, Edge, and Smart Cities. Previous experience includes digital and commercial strategy advisory for Arredacontract, where data-driven transformation initiatives were executed, as well as academic roles as a Marketing Strategy Researcher and PhD candidate at Bocconi University, earning recognition for doctoral research. Dr. Khimina holds an MBA from the Darden School of Business, a PhD in Business Administration from Università Bocconi, and a Master’s degree in Business Administration from State University of Management.