Ing. František Vráb
Nezbudská Lúčka 2, 013 24 Strečno
+421 948 654 510
Email:.mail@trainingconsulting.sk
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/františek-vráb-256b4043/
ORCID: 0009-0005-2641-6092
Researcher ID: KEH-8369-2024
Professional Summary
Highly analytical and commercially oriented manager with over 25 years of experience in strategic management, risk assessment and process optimization, currently involved in advanced research in the field of alternative financing options for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Proven ability to transform complex data into robust strategies, manage multi-million euro operations and drive sustainable growth – skills directly applicable to the analysis and development of innovative financial models for SMEs. Seeks to leverage extensive experience in business sustainability and management consulting to contribute to effective research in the fields of finance and economics.
Education
Faculty of Transport and Communications Economics at the University of Žilina in Žilina, external PhD
Research focus: Alternative financing options for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in an unstable economic environment
Adult consultation lecturer / 2015 – Slovak National Institute for Lifelong Learning
Coach for further education / 2015 – Slovak National Institute for Lifelong Learning
Pedagogical education / 2008 – University of Žilina
Industrial engineer (Ing.) / 1999 – University of Žilina, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering
Research focus and expertise
My research focuses on the analysis of structural challenges faced by SMEs in securing traditional bank financing and the development of sustainable alternative financing models. Key areas of interest include:
• Non-bank financing models: Exploring the potential of FinTech, crowdfunding, peer-to-peer lending and asset-based financing as viable sources of capital for SMEs.
• Risk and sustainability: Applying the principles of risk assessment and long-term business sustainability (based on my experience with executive and consulting work) to assess the viability and stability of alternative financial structures.
• Economic resilience: Exploring how targeted financial strategies can increase the adaptability and growth of SMEs in the face of economic volatility and systemic threats.
Professional experience
Executive Director, Training & Consulting, s.r.o. | 2012 – present
Providing high-level consulting, including risk assessment and strategy development and implementation. Managing business operations and client relationships, ensuring financial sustainability and growth of the consulting practice.
Director, Biomin a.s. | 2020 – 2021
Responsible for the organization and management of modern production, including planning and management of production capacities in order to meet demanding customer requirements. Research and Development Management.
Lean Coordinator, MIBA Sinter Slovakia, s.r.o. | 2013 – 2018
Efficiency and optimization of processes across all departments with a focus on Lean Management strategy to maximize efficiency and reduce financial waste.
Industrial Engineer, Ecco Slovakia, a.s. | 2009 – 2012: Industrial engineering projects with a focus on standardized work and creation of process documentation
Process Engineer, Sungwoo Hitech, s.r.o. | 2006 – 2009: Chief Coordinator and Project Manager for Continuous Improvement Systems, responsible for managing and maintaining organizational changes.
Researcher, University of Žilina | 1999 – 2006: Applied research focused on increasing productivity and integrating impact on production lines