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# Dmytro Kovalenko

Co-Founder & CEO

at Hily (https://www.datingindustryinsights.com/companies/hily)

Overseeing: Hily (https://www.datingindustryinsights.com/products/hily-app)

## About Dmytro Kovalenko

Since co-founding Hily in 2017, Dmytro Kovalenko has positioned the Kyiv-based dating platform as a pioneer in AI-driven matchmaking technology. As CEO, he oversees an operation that has scaled to more than 12 million users globally, leveraging sophisticated machine learning algorithms to enhance compatibility matching and user experience. Under his leadership, Hily has distinguished itself in the competitive dating app market by prioritizing intelligent automation over traditional swiping mechanics, creating a more personalized approach to digital romance.

Kovalenko's entrepreneurial journey began with the launch of Hily from Ukraine's capital, where he identified an opportunity to apply artificial intelligence to solve persistent challenges in online dating. His vision centered on moving beyond superficial matching criteria to create deeper, more meaningful connections through data-driven insights. Despite the unprecedented challenges posed by ongoing conflict in Ukraine, Kovalenko has demonstrated remarkable resilience by maintaining international operations and ensuring continuity for millions of users worldwide.

His strategic expertise lies at the intersection of technology innovation and consumer behavior, particularly in understanding how machine learning can be applied to the nuances of human attraction and compatibility. Kovalenko brings valuable insights into scaling consumer-facing platforms in emerging markets while navigating geopolitical complexity. His ability to sustain growth and product development under extraordinary circumstances underscores both operational agility and a commitment to keeping global teams aligned around a unified product vision.

## Also at Hily

Liubomyr Pivtorak Chief product officer: https://www.datingindustryinsights.com/people/liubomyr-pivtorak

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