Stefan Blagovisny is co-founder and co-owner of BLS Car Rental, one of Ukraine's leading car rental companies. Since 2006, together with partners, he has built the business from 10 cars in a garage to a top-3 market player with a fleet of 500+ vehicles. Also director of the TOKA network. Graduate of KNEU, automotive industry expert, founder of the industry association ICRA. Known for his persistence and innovative approach to business.

Key Positions:

• Co-founder and co-owner of BLS Car Rental (since 2006)
• Director of TOKA electric charging stations network
• Co-owner of Toka Energy

Education: Kyiv National Economic University, Faculty of Foreign Economic Activity

History and Achievements of BLS Car Rental:

Company Foundation (2006):

• Co-founders: Stefan Blagovisny, Stanislav Lutskovich, Anna Sorokina
• BLS name - abbreviation of founders' surnames (Blagovisny, Lutskovich, Sorokina)
• Starting capital: $25,000 (obtained by mortgaging a Suzuki Grand Vitara)
• First fleet: 10 cars taken on lease

Company Development:

• Started operations in a 12 m² garage with three employees
• Survived the 2008 financial crisis (12 cars on credit for three co-owners)
• Recovery in 2011 through opening branches in Crimea, Donetsk, and Lviv
• Current status: ranks among top-3 players in Ukraine's car rental market

Current BLS Indicators:

• Fleet: over 500 vehicles
• Presence in several Ukrainian cities
• Specialization: short-term and long-term car rental
• Unique service: car subscription for long-term periods (from several months)

Innovations and Achievements:

• Creation of International Car Rental Association (ICRA) to combat car theft
• Online control system for industry security

Additional Information:

• Author of columns and articles on economic topics
• Expert on electric mobility and charging infrastructure development
• Active participant in electric transport development programs in Ukraine

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