Elevating capability in Ukraine. Connecting globally.
A higher vantage point for a clearer view of what’s possible.
Hoverla Advisory is a network of experts dedicated to strengthening Ukraine’s resilience, security, and international partnerships by connecting global expertise with local knowledge.
We help international organizations engage with Ukraine while supporting Ukrainian companies, startups, and public institutions in developing partnerships, accessing funding, and expanding their global reach.
Strategic communications
Audience research, communications strategies, and messaging frameworks to position organizations for international partners, industry, and the public.
Media training, message testing, and media placements for leadership, technical experts, and defense stakeholders.
Translating technical data and trends into high-impact strategic products and briefing materials.
Ecosystem intelligence
Context analysis and technology-enabled intelligence to understand trends and developments across the defense, dual-use, and resilience ecosystem.
Strategic insight into the evolving landscape, pathways, and opportunities for Ukrainian and international partners.
Funding & growth
Opportunity identification, cross-border consortium building, and growth planning to help Ukrainian organizations and international partners secure funding and build sustainable collaborations.
Technical proposal development and grant writing optimized for international procurement and donor pipelines.
Market engagement & due diligence
Stakeholder mapping, partner insight, relationship development, and strategic advice for navigating the ecosystem effectively.
Preparing international partners to engage with Ukraine through briefing materials and referrals to trusted legal providers for regulatory and compliance support.
EXPERIMENTAL INTELLIGENCE PLATFORM
Latest Signals
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International cooperation and joint production
EU negotiates Ukraine’s possible access to protected Govsatcom satellite communications
Sources: DOU
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Technology, testing and innovation
Ukraine’s TrophyLab portal receives more than 650 applications, including 389 from foreign defense manufacturers
Sources: Ukraine Ministry of Defence
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International cooperation and joint production
December1 and Pekkla plan Lithuanian production of Damba EW systems for Ukraine
Sources: Mezha · Militarnyi
Insights
Who we work with
Industry
Build partnerships with Ukrainian companies, technologies, and experts across the defense, dual-use sectors, and resilience sectors.
Investors & funds
Navigate opportunities with confidence through local insight, partner analysis, and strategic due diligence.
Ukrainian defense & dual-use sectors
Expand your international reach, build strategic partnerships, access funding opportunities, and showcase your capabilities to the world.
Governments & international organizations
Access trusted local knowledge to inform policy, programming, and strategic engagement.
Who we are
We are building a network of advisors specializing in strategy, communications, growth, and due diligence who share a commitment to strengthening Ukraine and our common future through responsible international engagement.
Christopher Collison
Christopher Collison is the Founder & Director of Hoverla Advisory, where he advises international partners navigating Ukraine’s defense, resilience, and recovery sectors and helps Ukrainian organizations engage international audiences, partners, and funders. Based in Kyiv, he brings 15 years of experience across strategic communications, partnerships, program delivery, research, and business development in Ukraine and Eastern Europe. His work has included leadership roles for international programs supported by USAID, the UK’s FCDO, and European agencies, as well as defense analysis initiatives, journalism, and political research. Christopher combines deep contextual knowledge with practical experience connecting Ukrainian and international partners.
Viktoriia Biliak
Viktoriia Biliak is an Advisor for Growth & Market Engagement at Hoverla Advisory, bringing experience in business strategy, international partnerships, and strategic communications across the US, UK, Europe, and Ukraine. As an entrepreneur, she works with American and international companies on commercial growth, market positioning, and partnership development. Her background also includes strategic communications for US government and public-sector initiatives, as well as supporting Ukrainian municipalities in securing international investment, advancing reconstruction projects, and developing cross-border partnerships.