Elena Zaytseva is a seasoned sales and business development professional specialized in luxury goods. Her career in the luxury industry spans over several years, during which she held various roles at Richemont and Montblanc. She obtained her formal education at the Moscow State Institute of International Relations, where she completed a Bachelor of Commerce, Economics, Languages, followed by a Master's degree in Management and Business Administration. Currently, she is an MBA candidate at INSEAD, expected to graduate in July 2015.

At Montblanc, she worked as a wholesale manager, responsible for driving sales in the Central and Eastern European region, collaborating with local partners, and leveraging market insights to optimize the retail network. Before joining Montblanc, Elena was an area manager at the same company, in charge of overseeing the brand's operations in Russia, Belarus, and the Ukraine. Prior to that, she worked for Richemont, the Swiss luxury conglomerate, as a sales manager and key account manager for Jaeger-LeCoultre, where she contributed to boosting store traffic, enhancing the customer experience, and growing revenue.

Throughout her career, Elena has demonstrated her ability to combine her strengths in sales, business development, and relationship management with her passion and expertise in the luxury goods sector. Her educational background, coupled with her work experience, has provided her with a unique perspective and skill set that enables her to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic industry.