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Progress TRW: A bridge between Ukraine, Czechia, and the EU

Published: 13. 5. 2024
Author: Redakce
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Progress TRW is a trading company established in the Czech Republic in 2019 with the aim of increasing the volume of import and export operations primarily between Czechia and Ukraine but also with the entire European Union.

Progress TRW combines its practical experience in international activities, practical knowledge of highly specialized professionals, and the logistical resources it has amassed throughout the years of its operations. 

We excel in: 
- Distributing industrial goods and foodstuffs across the European Union and beyond 
- Conducting market research
- Providing consulting services on certification, standardization, and compliance with local regulatory requirements
- Offering guidance and practical assistance in export/import endeavors
- Arranging business events and forging partnerships in Ukraine and the EU to foster cooperation - Providing legal and accounting services 
} Assisting Czech investors interested in Ukrainian projects, including locating local financial and management partners, drafting investment plans, and liaising with local authorities 
- Supporting entrepreneurs in establishing businesses, tax planning, and legal matters 
- Handling logistics for transporting goods efficiently and cost-effectively 
- Nurturing Ukrainian-Czech startups through coaching, access to incubators and accelerators, and promoting Czech investments in Ukraine 

Accomplishments and Projects 
Since launching our European operations in 2019, we have: 
} Introduced a range of Ukrainian brands, including Dnipro M, FlexPride, VK Metal, Imperatyv, Weisslift, Metsale Ukraine, INEGVA, KMT-FLEX, Armax MG, Mechanical Art Innovations, MultiCook, WoodBrothers, and others, into the Czech and Polish markets 
- Cultivated a customer base comprising over four thousand businesses 
- Established strong professional relationships with Czech Chambers of Commerce, the Union of Industry and Transportation, and the Czech Ministry of Industry and Trade 
- Orchestrated the logistics and operations of our dedicated customs warehouse 
- Our collective goal is to nurture an environment conducive to the exchange of Ukrainian goods, successful European technologies, and investments between Ukraine and the European Union, thereby expediting the flow of goods, production, and capital 

Key Personnel 
Thanks to exceptional organizational skills, we've assembled a remarkable team of professionals with diverse backgrounds, all dedicated to the goal of integrating Ukraine into the EU. 

Anton Gula (CEO) – embarked on his entrepreneurial journey immediately after completing his studies in 2009. His expertise lies in intermediation and trading across a wide spectrum of goods. In 2019, he expanded his business ventures into the European market by founding Progress TRW in the Czech Republic. The company has since excelled in providing legal and accounting services, managing customs procedures, ensuring goods comply with European standards, registering trademarks, and establishing efficient warehousing and logistics solutions. Serving both Ukrainian and European clientele, it actively participates in the Czech Chamber of Commerce and various trade chambers, contributing to the business ecosystem in Czechia and Slovakia. In 2022, he extended his reach by establishing Progress TRW SK, the Slovak branch, which boasts over four thousand clients and operates two service centers along with a customs warehouse. 


Ivan Saparta – specializes in market research, financial analysis, and warehouse and tax accounting. With his extensive experience, he adeptly handles tenders and business assessments. Known for his diligence, sense of responsibility, and attention to detail, he oversees all business processes within the company. 


Sergij Shchyrba – brings expertise in accounting, logistics, and customs brokerage services, serving a portfolio of over 700 satisfied clients. His strength lies in fostering communication between businesses and government entities.

 


Oleksandr Vlasenko – joined the team in 2022, and his strong leadership qualities and adeptness in organizing and overseeing sales were immediately acknowledged by everyone. Shortly thereafter, he assumed leadership and accountability for sales across all company operations. Through consistent collaboration with sales personnel, training initiatives, and educational endeavors, he spearheaded improvements in service quality within stores, introduced additional services, facilitated upselling, and streamlined service delivery times. These efforts resulted in enhanced profitability as sales volumes continued to grow. 


Pavlo Barchuk – joined the team in 2022 and quickly became one of the managers and key conceptual leaders of the company. His responsibilities in the team are client acquisition, sourcing investment, grants, and credit, financial planning, and facilitating communication among businesses across Ukraine, the Czech Republic, and Slovakia, as well as governmental and non- governmental organizations. 


Andrij Sokyra – Holds a pivotal role at Progress TRW, overseeing warehouse logistics and financial management. He coordinates the transportation of goods between Ukraine, Czechia, and Slovakia, ensuring seamless warehouse operations and overseeing warehouse staff. 

 

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