A-Players Experts
We are a fully remote recruiting company with a mission to help impact-driven companies be more successful than those that are profit-driven.
Our Team
Lesya Arnold
Founder and CEOA-Players
💰 Changing the world’s Money-First Culture to Impact-First ♥️
A Ukrainian nomad in the US
Lyubava Obodenko
CEO A-Players Business Associates
As a world traveler and entrepreneur, I'm enthusiastic about leveraging my cross-cultural expertise to aid sustainable companies in expanding their teams with top talents in order to empower the founders to focus on strategy and fostering innovation.
Asya Dziuba
Operations ManagerA-Players
As an Operations Manager, I have shifted my focus to support innovative teams in a new way. I am passionate about impact-driven tech startups and products that disrupt industries and improve lives.
Violetta Kolyba
Talent PartnerA-Players
I am passionate about matching top talent with mission-driven companies, ensuring they have the right people to achieve their goals and make a difference. I am committed to providing an outstanding candidate and client experience, accompanying them step by step. Let's change the business landscape for the better.
Maryna Khimionova
Team LeadA-Players Business Associates
As the Team Lead of Business Associates, I prioritize empowering teams through clear and effective communication. I believe that curiosity, readiness to tackle challenges, and critical thinking are essential for success. My goal is to inspire our assistants to reach their full potential on their innovation journeys.
Karine Sarkisian
Growth AssociateA-Players
As a Growth Associate, I turn marketing research, design, and content into tools that help A-Players shine. From LinkedIn storytelling to event support, for me growth isn’t just numbers — it’s about crafting narratives that inspire founders, amplify their vision, and open doors to new opportunities.
Mariia Chernenko
Operations & Systems Lead
A‑Players
I lead the behind-the-scenes systems work that helps A-Players scale, from contract logistics and knowledge hubs to internal workflows and team ops. My role is to design smart structures so people can do their best work without distractions.
Olha Vasheniuk
Junior Team LeadA-Players Business Associates
At A-Players, I support emerging talents by leading our startup training program. My role is to prepare Business Associates to thrive in impact-driven startups by presenting them hands-on tools and real-world experience.It’s not about having all the answers — it’s about asking better questions and building something meaningful, together.