Vaclav Vincalek

Vaclav has provided board leadership and advisory for many service and software businesses.

With a proven track record in guiding boards towards excellence, Vaclav is
dedicated to redefining conventional norms and elevating boards to unprecedented success. Vaclav brings a fresh perspective to board effectiveness. Committed to fostering a dynamic, interactive environment marked by active engagement, collaboration, and open communication, Vaclav understands that success extends beyond structural elements.

Experience

  • President/CEO/Founder

    IT services firm that provides strategy and custom technology solutions for enterprise companies, municipalities, utilities, and leading-edge startups.

  • Board Advisor

    Recruit N Refer is an Accounting marketplace for CPA Recruitment, Mergers and Acquisitions in North America.

  • AI/ML Advisory Board

    The organization for technical professionals: developers, engineers, software architects, IT, CTOs & technical leaders.

  • Virtual CTO
    Strategic planning and product development


    Fintech company that was founded to help wealth management firms navigate the world of Digital Assets on behalf of their clients.

    Their flagship product is AmiPro, a software platform that enables advisors to invest directly into Digital Assets and cryptocurrencies on behalf of their clients working with regulated custody and liquidity providers.

  • Chair of the Board of Advisors

    KORE Digital Health Therapeutics is optimizing digestive health outcomes through behaviour change, progressive nutritional education and evidence-based digital therapeutics.

  • Virtual CTO
    Strategic innovation and advancing emerging technologies


    A searchable travel portal that aggregates detailed destination information, traveller alerts and competitive price information on over one million hotels worldwide, and tens of thousands of travel reference titles. Ranging from hostelling options through 5 star all-inclusive accommodations, customers can use the real-time search and mapping tools to instantly research locations, book accommodations or review pricing comparisons from multiple websites. The portal enables millions of travellers to receive personalized alerts and exclusive travel offers.

  • Member of the Board of Directors
    pioneering advanced engineering and promoting emerging solutions

    A non-profit smart city innovation cluster focused on the ways in which people and data will co-create the quality of life and economic future of cities. Urban Opus addresses an expanding trillion dollar urban renewal marketplace by helping organizations and social entrepreneurs to develop innovative, human-centered smart city programs, products and services.

  • Senior Technology Advisor
    Technology strategy, data strategy, technical engineering team formation, and governance

    HeyBryan connected homeowners with vetted, local home-service providers (a.k.a HeyBryan Approved Experts) to complete small tasks around the house.

    - Worked closely with management team to craft technology strategy and helped build the tech team.

    - Built company’s data strategy to align with its business plans.

  • Virtual CTO
    Strategic planning, product development and technology innovation


    Peer Effects (PFX) is a web service for the advancement of global knowledge professions. The platform that enables doctors, lawyers, engineers, and other professionals to communicate peer-to-peer and accelerate personal success through networking and analytics.

Mentorships

  • Mentor

    Level39 is an international tech community for startups and scaleups including 1,250+ leaders in cybersecurity, fintech, retail tech, smart cities and more.

  • Mentor

    JA British Columbia (JABC) is a member of JA Canada and part of JA Worldwide (JA), the world’s largest not-for-profit organization dedicated to educating young people about business.

  • Board Member, Mentor

    EMP matches enthusiastic students to industry professionals with the intention of creating lasting mentoring relationships.

US Patent Holder 6493677

Issued Dec 10, 2002

Method and apparatus for creating and ordering customized branded merchandise over a computer network.

Education

Czech Technical University
Prague, Czech Republic

• Masters in Electro Engineering
• Major in Telecommunications and Switching Systems
• Certificates in Strategic Communication in the Boardroom
• M & A at the Board Level
• Private Company Board Governance
• Mini MBA in Marketing

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Planning
• Aligning Technology with Business
• Business Technology 
• Digital Transformation
• Scaling Up
• AI/ML 
• Quantum Computing
• Data Analytics
• Systems Integrations
• Cybersecurity
• Media Communications

Skills

1. Strategic Planning:

  • Participate in the development and approval of the organization's mission, vision, and strategic goals.

  • Provide input on long-term planning and key strategic decisions.

2. Policy Development:

  • Contribute to the creation, review, and approval of policies and procedures governing the organization's operations.

  • Ensure that policies align with the organization's mission and legal requirements.

3. Financial Oversight:

  • Review and approve the organization's budget, financial reports, and financial statements.

  • Monitor financial performance and ensure the organization operates within budgetary constraints.

4. Compliance and Ethics:

  • Ensure the organization complies with all applicable laws, regulations, and ethical standards.

  • Establish and promote a strong ethical culture within the organization.

5. Board Meetings:

  • Regularly attend and actively participate in board meetings, committee meetings, and relevant organizational events.

  • Prepare for meetings by reviewing materials and reports provided by the organization.

6. Oversight and Evaluation:

  • Participate in the evaluation of the CEO/executive director's performance.

  • Oversee the organization's activities and assess its impact in relation to the mission.

7. Fundraising and Advocacy:

  • Support fundraising efforts and contribute to resource development initiatives.

  • Act as an advocate for the organization, promoting its mission and programs in the community.

8. Risk Management:

  • Identify potential risks and work with the organization's leadership to develop risk mitigation strategies.

  • Ensure the organization has appropriate insurance coverage and risk management policies in place.

9. Board Development:

  • Participate in board orientation and training programs.

  • Contribute to the recruitment and onboarding of new board members.

10. Public Relations:

  • Represent the organization to stakeholders, donors, and the public.

  • Protect and enhance the organization's reputation.

11. Continuous Learning:

  • Stay informed about industry trends, best practices in governance, and relevant legal and regulatory developments.

  • Participate in professional development opportunities.