Our Founders
Serhii Kuzmin
Master's degree in management of foreign economic activity at Interregional Academy of Personnel Management (IAPM), Kyiv, Ukraine Management professional with fifteen years of experience delivering optimal results & business value in high-growth environments and building relationships with global business partner segments.
Viktoriia Simakova
A lifelong educator with Master's degree in Educational leadership from High Tech High Graduate School of Education, entrepreneur, and founder of a language school and a leadership camp in Bila Tserkva, Ukraine. Dedicated her life mission to helping people finding their strengths and growing into high level professionals in the sphere of education. Has 4 years of experience in volunteering as a sign language interpreter for the community of deaf people in Bila Tserkva, Ukraine. Having lived in Ukraine until 2021 and moving to the United States just recently to grow professionally, Viktoriia's goal is to find the most effective ways to help her fellow Ukrainians in times of need.
Ilona Panibratenko
Born and raised in Ukraine, Ilona has been living in the U.S. since 2015 and currently resides in San Diego. A former professional track and field athlete, she holds a Master’s degree from Lviv University of Physical Culture. Since 2020, Ilona has been a business owner in the fitness and wellness industry. Her passion for community support began in 2015 while assisting immigrant communities in Silicon Valley. In 2022, Ilona co-founded Help Ukraine Now—a project close to her heart—dedicated to supporting her homeland, aiding Ukrainians, and raising global awareness about the beauty and resilience of Ukraine.