About Mitko
Mitko has extensive experience working with C-level executives and helping many international clients with corporate and growth strategy projects, M&As, valuations, and JVs. He holds an MSc in International Project Management and specialises in Digital Transformation and Process Improvement projects for technology and innovative companies, due diligence, business development, productized services, SaaS, pricing, and go to market strategies.
English
Native or bilingual
Remote only
Primarily works remotely
Experience
- DMP TechnologyManaging Director | Fractional CTO, Technology & M&A AdvisorJanuary 2010 - Today (16 years and 7 months)I lead Fractional CTO, technology, and M&A advisory work for founders, investors, and executive teams navigating scale, complexity, and transaction-related risk. I’m typically brought in when technology decisions begin to materially affect growth, margins, valuation, or execution confidence.Over time, my work has evolved from hands-on product and delivery leadership into CTO-level advisory and execution support, particularly around scale readiness, technology due diligence, and post-acquisition integration.Typical engagements include:- Acting as Fractional CTO or senior technology advisor for founder-led and investor-backed companies- Advising on technology strategy, product direction, and architectural decisions during periods of rapid growth or change- Supporting technology due diligence, transaction risk assessment, and post-acquisition execution as part of M&A processes- Stabilising platforms that have outgrown their original assumptions and aligning teams around clear priorities and delivery discipline- Where appropriate, working with internal teams and a trusted network of specialist partners to support execution, without adding coordination or operational overheadSelected outcomes and scope:- Led technology and product leadership across Telecoms, Financial Services, Healthcare, Manufacturing, and eCommerce environments- Launched and scaled multiple client platforms, including SaaS products, enterprise systems, and two-sided marketplaces- Supported founders and executive teams through M&A and other strategic initiatives, including technology due diligence, integration planning, and post-deal execution- Worked with organisations ranging from early-stage ventures to global groups operating across multiple regionsIn addition to advisory work and product roles, I’ve taken on interim and group-level CTO roles inside client organisations where deeper operational leadership was required.
- EcoRenew GroupGroup CTO Innovation and Technology DirectorSeptember 2017 - December 2018 (1 year and 3 months)Appointed as Group CTO following a successful interim engagement as Interim IT Director, to lead technology, innovation, and digital transformation across a rapidly expanding international group operating across APAC, EMEA, and North America. The role was created to address growing complexity planned acquisitions, geographic expansion, and increased operational scale.I worked as part of the CEO’s executive team, with responsibility for aligning technology strategy, systems, and teams to support continued growth while reducing operational and integration risk.Key outcomes and responsibilities:- Led group-wide technology strategy across multiple subsidiaries, aligning platforms and systems with commercial and operational goals- Directed M&A technology due diligence and post-acquisition integration for multiple UK acquisitions- Modernised core IT and digital infrastructure to support global scale, resilience, and governance- Established governance, cybersecurity, and quality assurance frameworks across the group- Supported rapid organisational growth to 1,000+ employees while improving efficiency, visibility, and execution discipline- Partnered with senior leadership to evaluate and prioritise investments in technology, data, and automation
- Mobilise ConsultingSenior IT Project Manager, and ConsultantOctober 2016 - August 2017 (10 months)Engage with partners’ developers, architects, hardware engineers and project managers to facilitate the integration of Mobilise into their products and servicesProject examples include – Reseller Portal Development, White Label Portal Development and core business integration (Ecommerce, CRM, Inventory Management, WIP monitoring, business process automation), B2B SaaS solutions, Multiple website redesign andperformance/conversion optimization projects• Applying Mobilise’s service and technology offerings to unique customer requirements to offer unique value offerings.• Educating partners of all sizes and participate in deep architectural discussions to ensure their solutions are designed for successful deployment• Understanding of the issues businesses face and experience working with them to create robust, scalable, elegant, flexible and relevant solutions that truly transform industries• Consult with clients to establish their strategic direction and interfacing with the client's senior executive team to generate additional business.• Experience working with CTO/CIO/COO/CEO to create technical strategies• Perform M&A Due Diligence for clients• Helped to establish a Center of Excellence in another country to support the company growth and strategic relationship
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Education
- Executive Education Programme – Digital Transformation and Innovation in HealthcareImperial College Business School2023
- Executive Education Programme – Mergers and AcquisitionsImperial College Business School2022
Certifications
- Certified Professional SCRUM MasterScrum.org2021