Vadim Derish

I'm an old-school tech guy with a hands-on background in industrial machinery, military aviation and the peripheral logistics typically adjacent to those fields.

I started my career in the Air Force and have since spent a couple of decades living and working in different countries and cultures. Along the way, I've developed a fairly practical, hands-on approach to work. I tend to be the person who gets involved when something isn't running as it should, when a problem doesn't have an obvious owner, or when things have simply come to a standstill. I enjoy figuring out what's really going on, sorting things (and occasionanly people) out and finding a practical way forward.

Since 2026, I've also been involved in construction project management and various consulting work for individuals and small businesses.

Outside work, I'm interested in DIY, technology and innovation, modern history and social anthropology. I'm curious about different cultures, places and perspectives, and how we make sense of the world around us.

I enjoy exchanging ideas and experiences, sharing local knowledge or practical advice, and hearing about what others are working on, particularly in the world of tech start-ups.

If you're visiting my part of the world, feel free to get in touch. I'm happy to chat in English, Russian or Spanish. There's usually time for a cup of tea, a good conversation and perhaps something interesting coming out of it.