Ukrainian entrepreneur and founder of YZ PRO LLC in Hawaii, Yevhen Zrazhevets, has joined the jury of the Ukrainian Business Award 2025. Organisers see his appointment as a combination of international management experience and commitment to the development of Ukrainian business.
Management experience in Ukraine’s construction sector
Before launching his own business abroad, Yevhen Zrazhevets spent more than ten years managing major construction companies “Megabud” and “Megainvestbud” in Kharkiv. During this time, he was involved in implementing dozens of turnkey residential complexes, overseeing the full project cycle from planning to commissioning.
An important part of his work was the creation of in-house production of windows and furniture for construction projects, as well as the organisation of a department specialising in tower crane operations. According to his colleagues, working with large teams and contractors helped him develop a systemic approach to management, attention to operational processes and the ability to adapt quickly to change.
Business in Hawaii and modern approach to service
In 2022, Yevhen founded YZ PRO LLC in Honolulu, Hawaii, a company specialising in household appliance repair. Within a short time, the business showed growth thanks to the introduction of CRM systems, call tracking and an online training school for technicians.
The use of digital tools has enabled the company to systematise work with customers, increase process transparency and reduce response time to service requests. According to client feedback, YZ PRO LLC has gradually built a reputation as a service with predictable quality and clear communication.
Academic background and expertise in investment
In parallel with his business activities, Zrazhevets has been engaged in academic work in finance and investment. He defended a dissertation on the financial support of venture investments, acted as an opponent in specialised academic councils and shared his experience within professional communities.
In his view, transparency, innovation and trust between partners are becoming key factors for Ukrainian business. These elements, he believes, will determine the competitiveness of companies both in the domestic market and internationally.
Role on the jury of Ukrainian Business Award 2025
The appointment of Yevhen Zrazhevets to the jury of the Ukrainian Business Award 2025 has become a recognition of his professional and personal authority. The organisers invite entrepreneurs and top managers from different sectors to the jury, focusing on those who have experience in team management and introducing new practices.
Zrazhevets’ main task as a jury member will be to evaluate the companies and entrepreneurs nominated for the award and to help shape criteria that reflect European business standards. These include transparent reporting, responsible corporate governance, innovative business models and a focus on long-term development.
Why diaspora entrepreneurs matter for Ukraine
Involving representatives of the Ukrainian business diaspora in expert councils and award juries is seen as a way to strengthen ties between Ukraine and entrepreneurs working in foreign markets. These participants bring experience of operating in other jurisdictions, as well as customer service and management practices used by international companies.
Analysts note that the participation of entrepreneurs from abroad in professional juries can help spread more transparent and competitive rules of the game on the Ukrainian market. This concerns approaches to assessing businesses, as well as higher expectations of service quality, risk management and reputational responsibility.
Key facts about Yevhen Zrazhevets and his role in the award
| Parameter | Description |
|---|---|
| Position in the award | Member of the jury of Ukrainian Business Award 2025 |
| Main business | Founder of YZ PRO LLC (household appliance repair, Honolulu, Hawaii) |
| Experience in Ukraine | Over 10 years managing construction companies “Megabud” and “Megainvestbud” in Kharkiv |
| Key competencies | Managing large teams, implementing CRM and call tracking, launching in-house production facilities |
| Academic background | Dissertation on financial support of venture investments, participation in academic councils |
| Values he promotes | Transparency, innovation, trust between partners and long-term development of Ukrainian business |
