WINNERS

Raiana Iakupova is a business consultant and mentor specializing in launching and scaling Amazon businesses through online arbitrage, retail arbitrage, and wholesale strategies. She is the creator of the FontenbloFBA Coaching Program, which uniquely combines business tools with psychological techniques to maximize client results. Since 2016, Raiana has gained hands-on experience in global retail and now trains both aspiring and established entrepreneurs. She frequently speaks at professional seller events and shares practical strategies for building profitable, sustainable e-commerce businesses.

Artjoms Blazko was honored with the 2025 NOVA Award in the Business Leaders category for Excellence in Financial Strategy and Business Scaling. The award recognizes his achievements in founding and scaling an automated photo studio business from the United States to over 30 regions, as well as his innovative application of financial analysis, strategic management, and risk assessment in driving sustainable business growth.
The award reflects Mr. Blazko’s demonstrated excellence and leadership in his professional field. Evaluated by an independent international jury, his work was recognized for its measurable impact, strategic innovation, and operational success, highlighting his role as a leading expert in financial strategy and business development.

Oleksii Kovernikov is an entrepreneur specializing in international trade and B2B wholesale distribution within the jewelry sector. Based in Prague, he leads a family-run company focused on cross-border supply of gold jewelry to business clients across Central and Eastern Europe. Oleksii is known for a demand-driven approach to assortment planning—studying market needs and placing targeted production orders rather than relying on standard supplier stock. His hands-on management style covers the full cycle of operations, from sourcing and logistics to sales and client support, enabling stable delivery and long-term partnerships with a growing base of repeat customers.