Experienced R&D and Innovation Project Leader with a Ph.D. in Computer Science and over 15 years of diverse experience in academia, business, and startup ecosystems. Skilled in identifying, analyzing, and leveraging technology trends, particularly in Computer Vision, AI, VR, AR, XR, recommender systems, robotics, and IoT, including founding a wearables-based startup. Proficient in leading interdisciplinary R&D projects, searching for funding (Seed, VC, EU), building partnerships, and crafting commercialization strategies to drive innovation from concept to implementation. Proven track record of delivering Minimum Viable Products (MVPs) through iterative development, testing, and optimization to ensure alignment with user needs and business objectives. Well-versed in Agile, Design Thinking, and Business Model Canvas methodologies, with a strong focus on transforming cutting-edge technologies into practical, impactful solutions. Published author and conference speaker with hands-on expertise in Computer Vision, SportsTech, Recommender Systems, and Robotics.
Jagoda Lazarek
Project and Innovation Leader/ WSB Merito University in Poznań, Visiocom, Inwedo
