Profile
A strategic advisor, experienced leader, and business trainer, Dr. Adam Kowalik brings over 25 years of domestic and international professional experience to his practice. He specializes in partnering with boards of directors, business owners, and management teams to refine business strategies, oversee product development, and conduct rigorous market and competitive analyses.
Professional Advisory & Leadership
Since 2016, Dr. Kowalik has led his independent advisory firm, OUTSMART, where he facilitates strategic workshops and provides bespoke individual consultancy. His expertise focuses on supporting clients through high-stakes decision-making processes and the cultivation of new business initiatives.
- Strategic Product Development: Between 2021 and 2026, he led the development of RiskRadar for the Kaczmarski Group. This sophisticated B2B tool utilizes large-scale data analytics to verify and monitor the reliability of business partner portfolios.
- Corporate Background: Previously, he served as a Director at EY (2006–2016), where he was responsible for strategic market intelligence. His earlier career included a foundational role in knowledge management at PLUS (2001–2006).
- Sector Versatility: His portfolio includes collaborations with dozens of major corporations across diverse industries, numerous non-profit organizations, and a significant number of early-stage startups.
Executive Education & Industry Contribution
In his work with executive education programs, Dr. Kowalik helps bridge the gap between strategic concepts and actionable business insights.
- Instructional Roles: He delivers high-level workshops for the EY Academy of Business, SWPS University, and the Business Experts Academy (Redegate project).
- Leadership & Recognition: He served as a jury member for the inaugural three editions of Deloitte’s "Best Managed Companies" competition. Additionally, he founded and chaired the Polish chapter of the Strategic & Competitive Intelligence Professionals (SCIP) association.
Academic Background & Credentials
Dr. Kowalik's advisory work is informed by his academic training and his recognized status as a subject matter expert in risk management.
- Education: He holds an MA and a PhD from the Warsaw School of Economics.
- Fellowships: He was a fellow of the Fulbright, CEMS, and Erasmus programs.
- Expert Witness: He is a court-appointed expert in the field of business risk management.
A former fencer, he applies the discipline of the sport to his professional practice, emphasizing a philosophy of cooperation and fair play.