Libor Novák
Summary
Results-driven leader with forward-thinking approach centered on company success and competitive growth. Demonstrated record of success in building successful teams and managing profitable operations.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
CEO Czech Republic and Slovakia
Dräger
07.2017 - 02.2024
- Responsible for 3 entities in Czech Republic and Slovakia, 120 employees and 38 million EUR annual turnover (market leader with dominant position), biggest branch in South East Europe region (contributing 25% of total revenue across 13 countries)
- In 6 years doubled company revenue by implementing strategic plans and streamlining operations
- Established new revenue streams by identifying market opportunities and launching innovative products and services
- Developed high-performance executive team for improved productivity and efficiency
Senior Finance Manager Integration
Hanes Brands Inc.
03.2016 - 06.2017
- Member of Europe West Finance Integration team, responsible for M&As France and Benelux countries
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to implement strategic plans, aligning financial objectives with overall company merges and acquisition goals
- Identified areas for improvement within finance team, leading to increased productivity (30% Headcount saving in France and Benelux)
Financial Director Eastern Countries
Bellinda (subsidiary of Hanes Brands Inc.)
10.2014 - 02.2016
- Responsible for finance & back office departments in Czech Republic, Slovakia, Poland and Hungary
- Supervised restructuring projects and harmonization of processes and systems with Hanes Brands Inc
- Collaborated with executive leadership to establish long-term financial objectives for organization (5-10% annual growth in declining industry)
Financial Manager Emerging Markets
DBApparel (Hanes Brands Inc.)
07.2014 - 10.2014
- Based in Global HQ in Paris, reported to Global CFO
- Created analytical framework for identifying and developing financial growth opportunities
- Drafted reports for leadership for use in strategic planning and decision making
Financial Director
GlaxoSmithKline, Pharmaceuticals
03.2009 - 09.2013
- Managed Corporate Finance, Shared Service of Accounting & Tax, Procurement, Compliance and Logistics with annual turnover 150 million EUR
- Lead company local restructuring project and participated in Global Finance restructuring
- Supervised Products Demand Management transfer to Central team in UK
Finance Manager
GlaxoSmithKline, Consumer Healthcare
07.2007 - 02.2009
- Responsible for corporate finance in Czech Republic, Slovakia, Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania
- Implemented risk management strategies to protect company assets and minimize losses
- Mentored junior finance staff, fostering professional development and strong team dynamics
Chief Financial Officer
Leo Burnett Advertising
Prague
10.2001 - 06.2007
- Managed corporate finance and operations of 7 entities in Czech Republic and Slovakia
- Provided insightful financial analysis for mergers and acquisitions, resulting in successful transactions that added value to organization's portfolio
- Developed strategic financial plans to support company growth and achieve long-term objectives (Market Leader with dominant position, turnover above 40 million EUR)
Financial Controller
Leo Burnett Advertising
03.2000 - 09.2001
- Responsible for the external & internal reporting within the Group according to the USGAAP and IFRS standards
- Contributed to development of long-term strategic plans by providing executive management with accurate financial data and forecasts
- Supervised implementation of new management information system project (Oracle)
Assistant of auditor
Deloitte & Touche (Deloitte)
09.1998 - 02.2000
- Evaluated business and audit risks, assessed of monitored controls, prepared and executed fieldwork, developed of audit reports and conceptualized footnotes
- Contributed to positive work environment with strong interpersonal skills and proactive teamwork attitude
Education
The University of Economics
PragueSkills
Strategic Visioning and Planning
Organizational Leadership
Change Management
Corporate Governance
Relationship Management
New Business Development
Financial Acumen
Talent Development
Hobbies
Travelling, Self defense activities, Reading
Timeline
CEO Czech Republic and Slovakia
Dräger
07.2017 - 02.2024
Senior Finance Manager Integration
Hanes Brands Inc.
03.2016 - 06.2017
Financial Director Eastern Countries
Bellinda (subsidiary of Hanes Brands Inc.)
10.2014 - 02.2016
Financial Manager Emerging Markets
DBApparel (Hanes Brands Inc.)
07.2014 - 10.2014
Financial Director
GlaxoSmithKline, Pharmaceuticals
03.2009 - 09.2013
Finance Manager
GlaxoSmithKline, Consumer Healthcare
07.2007 - 02.2009
Chief Financial Officer
Leo Burnett Advertising
10.2001 - 06.2007
Financial Controller
Leo Burnett Advertising
03.2000 - 09.2001
Assistant of auditor
Deloitte & Touche (Deloitte)
09.1998 - 02.2000
The University of Economics