Jago Leckie
Brighton,UK
Summary
Strategic and internationally minded professional with experience spanning brand development, communications and partnership management across Europe. A former international-level junior triathlete and co-founder of a lifestyle brand blending sport and culture, with an academic background in history, Russian studies and journalism. Fluent in Russian and skilled at building trust, managing teams and shaping narratives across diverse markets. Currently seeking to apply leadership and cross-cultural expertise to strategic partnerships and communications in an international context.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Co-Founder
Angry Pablo Ltd
Brighton
06.2022 - 11.2025
- Founded and grew a lifestyle brand at the intersection of sport, design and culture. Led operations, partnerships and brand communications across Europe.
- Oversaw commercial and creative operations from production to strategy and storytelling.
- Managed partnerships with suppliers and retailers in the UK, Portugal, Italy, Slovakia, Spain and China.
- Managed stakeholder and investor relationships, leading early-stage funding rounds and securing strategic partnerships to drive the brand’s growth.
- Directed collaborations, photo/video productions and product launches.
Educational Consultant
Moscow-based Agency & Independent
Moscow
09.2018 - 02.2022
- Advised international students and families on educational placements in the UK, US and Europe.
- Managed end-to-end client relationships, from assessment to placement in Russell Group and Ivy League universities.
- Built partnerships with schools and educational organisations.
- Developed strong cross-cultural communication skills working between Russian and British systems.
Reporter
Prospekt Magazine
St Petersburg
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Wrote on Russian history, culture and politics for an English-language outlet.
- Produced long-form features on how Soviet history shapes national identity and modern politics.
- Conducted interviews and archival research in Russian.
- Gained deep understanding of narrative, perception and information environments.
Course Director
International Summer School & Paris Saint-Germain Football Camp
, UK
09.2012 - 08.2016
- Led academic and pastoral operations for 200 students and 20 staff.
- Managed programme design, staff coordination and student welfare.
- Delivered high-quality educational and sporting experiences in fast-moving settings.
Education
MA - Interdisciplinary History
Higher School of Economics, St Petersburg
St Petersburg, Russia 09.2016 - 06.2018
BA (Hons) - History & Russian
University of Leeds
UK 09.2012 - 06.2016
Skills
- Strategic communications and narrative building
- Partnership development and stakeholder management
- Brand strategy and marketing leadership
- International operations and cross-cultural teamwork
- Writing, editing & research
Languages
English: Native
Russian: Fluent
French: Limited working proficiency
Ukrainian: Limited working proficiency
Skills & Interests
cycling, running, modern history, travel. Former international-level junior triathlete.
Timeline
Co-Founder
Angry Pablo Ltd
06.2022 - 11.2025
Educational Consultant
Moscow-based Agency & Independent
09.2018 - 02.2022
Reporter
Prospekt Magazine
01.2017 - 01.2018
MA - Interdisciplinary History
Higher School of Economics, St Petersburg
09.2016 - 06.2018
Course Director
International Summer School & Paris Saint-Germain Football Camp
09.2012 - 08.2016
BA (Hons) - History & Russian
University of Leeds
09.2012 - 06.2016