Hi, I'm Savvina Drougouti. The headhunter AI, fintech and digital asset companies call when the hire can't go wrong.
53+
placements in 3 years
1 to 2 weeks
to first candidates
3 to 5
assessed candidates per role
3 months
replacement guarantee
I work with companies across the US and Europe. Based in Europe, I overlap with both EU hours and US mornings, so nothing waits a day.
I'm a headhunter. A damn good one.
I work with founders, CTOs and hiring managers building with AI, from AI-native startups to fintech and digital asset companies putting AI into everything they do. Some come to me with one hard-to-fill role. Others need someone who can shape their hiring strategy and run the full process while they focus on building. I do both.
Before recruiting, I spent nearly a decade as a Software Test Engineer, so I speak tech fluently. But most of my searches are about finding people who fit the business, the stage and the team, whether that's an engineer, a Head of Sales or a finance lead.
I take a limited number of active searches at a time. Every candidate I submit has been properly assessed. I stay with them through the whole process, keep them informed, and make sure they're as bought in as the client is.
The people I work with tend to come back. That tells you more than anything else I could say here.
AI-native companies, AI and ML engineering, applied AI in fintech and payments, stablecoins, digital assets, compliance, DeFi, ZK. I know these spaces well enough to have a real conversation about what a role actually requires.
Every person I submit has been through a proper assessment call with me. I verify they are who they say they are, check their real track record, and ask the questions a generalist recruiter wouldn't think to ask.
My sourcing goes deep because my network does. Years in these industries mean I know the people before the role exists. The best candidates are rarely looking, so I go after them anyway.
Roles I hire for
Company names stay private. The results don't.
Series A Ethereum L2 and ZK infrastructure
Early-stage Bitcoin DeFi protocol
Stablecoin fintech platform, VC-backed
Series B payment infrastructure
Multi-chain DeFi restaking protocol
Self-custody crypto wallet
I work with people who are open to the right conversation. If something I'm working on could be relevant to where you want to go next, I'll reach out.
Every candidate I work with gets real feedback, proper preparation before interviews and honest communication throughout. Your time matters, and so does your reputation, so I treat both accordingly.
If you work in AI, fintech or digital assets and want to be found when the right role comes up, join my network.
Iryna Petrenko
MLRO, CAMS
It is my great pleasure to recommend Savvina as an exceptional professional in the field of recruitment. I had the opportunity to work with her as a candidate, and the experience exceeded all my expectations. From the very first interview, I felt as if I were…
Alb B
CEO, General Counsel @ InstaXchange
Savvina has helped us build our core team from scratch. She not only identified and placed the best crypto professionals but also provided ongoing support throughout the process. Her deep network and understanding of the space made the whole experience smooth …
Artur Loc
MLRO, Crypto Project Manager @ Finera
Working with Savvina was a real pleasure. She quickly understood our needs and helped us find the right candidates after we had struggled on our own. Approachable, supportive, and professional, I highly recommend her to any organization looking for efficient a…
Alex Forshaw
Co-Founder, Chief Product Officer @ Ducat Protocol
Savvina is thoughtful, intelligent, and highly effective. When we needed to fill a highly specific technical product manager role, Savvina quickly sourced multiple high-quality leads, and we were very happy with the result. We would work with her again in a he…
No black box. Here's exactly what happens after we talk.
Step 1
We talk about the role, the team, and what "right" actually looks like. Including the stuff that isn't in the job description.
Step 2
I go deep into my network and the market and reach out to the people who fit, whether they're looking or not.
Step 3
You get 3 to 5 candidates within 1 to 2 weeks, each with my honest notes on why they fit and what to watch out for.
Step 4
I stay with you and the candidates until the offer is signed. Feedback both ways, no ghosting, no surprises.
Tell me about the role and your timeline. If I'm not the right fit, I'll tell you straight.
Let's TalkGot questions about working with me? These are the ones that come up most often. If something isn't covered here, reach out directly and I'll give you a straight answer.
