Alina Jakobson

Alina Jakobson

Strategic Leader | Global Partnerships & Consulting
New York, US.

About

A highly accomplished strategic leader with over 15 years of experience driving market expansion and securing multi-million dollar global partnerships across the aviation, energy, and technology sectors. Alina excels in leveraging financial acumen and analytical excellence to pioneer sustainable investment strategies and lead high-performing international teams, consistently delivering exceptional business growth and operational efficiency.

Work

Ampaire
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Director & Senior Manager, Global Partnerships

New York, NY, US

Summary

As Director & Senior Manager of Global Partnerships, Alina spearheaded market expansion and secured over $300M in strategic agreements for electric and hybrid-electric aircraft, driving significant market share growth and pioneering green aviation financing.

Highlights

Spearheaded global market entry strategies for electric and hybrid-electric aircraft, expanding operations across key regions in Europe and Asia.

Led high-stakes negotiations with major airlines and government bodies, securing over $300M in strategic agreements and partnerships.

Drove significant market expansion, increasing Ampaire’s market share by 40% in North America and Europe through targeted strategic initiatives.

Pioneered innovative green aviation financing models, collaborating with international financial institutions to unlock new capital for sustainable development.

Directed and mentored diverse, cross-functional international teams, ensuring seamless execution of complex strategic initiatives and achieving critical milestones.

McKinsey & Company
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Associate → Engagement Manager, Strategy Practice

Warsaw, Mazovia, Poland

Summary

Progressed from Associate to Engagement Manager, advising Fortune 500 clients on strategic transformation, digitalization, and market entry, while delivering 25+ impactful projects and achieving significant cost optimizations.

Highlights

Advised Fortune 500 clients on critical strategic transformation, digitalization, and market entry initiatives across diverse sectors including energy, finance, and technology.

Successfully delivered over 25 strategic planning and implementation projects, consistently exceeding client expectations and driving measurable business outcomes.

Achieved substantial cost optimizations, ranging from 15% to 20%, for multiple clients through targeted operational improvements and strategic recommendations.

Mentored and developed a team of junior consultants, enhancing their analytical capabilities and elevating overall project delivery standards.

Deloitte Consulting
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Business Analyst → Consultant, Strategy & Operations

Warsaw, Mazovia, Poland

Summary

Progressed from Business Analyst to Consultant, providing crucial support for multinational M&A and strategic investment decisions through advanced financial modeling, identifying high-growth markets, and driving efficiency in corporate restructuring projects.

Highlights

Executed advanced financial modeling and market forecasts to support multinational M&A and strategic investment decisions, informing high-value transactions.

Identified and analyzed high-growth markets, pinpointing opportunities with over 10% CAGR, and provided data-driven recommendations on investment priorities.

Contributed to corporate restructuring projects that significantly enhanced operational efficiency and boosted client profitability.

Recognized as an “Outstanding Consultant” for consistently delivering top-tier performance and demonstrating exceptional analytical and advisory skills.

Education

Tepper School of Business, Carnegie Mellon University
Pittsburgh, PA, United States of America

MBA

Strategy & Finance

University of Warsaw
Warsaw, Mazovia, Poland

B.A.

Economics

American School of Warsaw
Warsaw, Mazovia, Poland

High School Diploma

General Studies

Languages

Polish
English

Skills

Strategic Consulting

Strategic Consulting, Market Entry, Digital Transformation, Corporate Restructuring.

Financial Modeling & Investment Analysis

Financial Modeling, Investment Analysis, M&A Support, Market Forecasts.

Cross-Border Negotiation & Partnerships

Cross-Border Negotiation, Global Partnerships, Business Development, International Relations.

Sustainable Aviation & Green Finance

Sustainable Aviation, Green Finance, ESG Strategy, Environmental Impact.

Team Leadership & Global Stakeholder Management

Team Leadership, Global Stakeholder Management, Cross-functional Team Leadership, Project Management.

Operational Improvement

Operational Improvement, Cost Optimization, Process Efficiency, Strategic Planning.

Client Management

Client Management, Advisory Services, Relationship Building, Consulting.

Interests

Sports

Golf, Skiing, Diving, Surfing, Yoga.

Sustainable Investing

Sustainable Investing, Green Finance, ESG.

Leisure & Travel

Travel, Culinary Arts.