Our Story
For over a decade, we have been building bridges – not physical ones, but strategic connections that drive efficient and results-oriented collaboration:
-
Bridging international institutions with Ukrainian stakeholders.
-
Connecting foreign businesses in Ukraine and beyond with Ukrainian public and private partners.
-
Empowering Ukrainian businesses, startups, innovators, and change-makers by linking them with global clients, investors, partners, and governments.
Now, we have launched a specialized advisory service designed to help businesses, NGOs, governments, and public entities expand globally and forge impactful international partnerships.
Our Philosophy
At CODIA, we believe that success comes from cooperative action.
-
"Co" comes from Latin, meaning "joint, jointly, together" – reflecting our commitment to collaboration and shared success
-
"Dia" means "action" in Ukrainian – emphasizing our hands-on approach to creating meaningful impact.
Together, CODIA stands for action-driven cooperation – helping businesses, NGOs, and governments turn global ambitions into reality.
Challenges We Help to Resolve
Market Knowledge
-
Navigating a new market is overwhelming due to an overload of free but often non-specific research.
-
Lack of on-the-ground insights leads businesses to take risky entry paths or delay expansion altogether.
Partner Selection
-
Identifying a reliable partner is challenging, as every new contact presents themselves as the right choice.
-
Securing key connections is difficult without an established local network.
Financial Barriers
-
Limited knowledge of financial instruments, key investors, and funding procedures makes fundraising complex.
Cultural Barriers
-
Language differences and cultural gaps create obstacles in communication and business negotiations.
Our services
What we do to help you navigate a complex new environment
Market Studies
Delivering strategic insights for market entry, including analysis of key stakeholders, industry trends, and business opportunities.
Stakeholder & Partner Mapping
Identifying key players in your sector and providing tailored recommendations on potential partners.
Partner Search
Conducting customized research to find partners that align with your specific business needs.
Introductions & Matchmaking
Leveraging our global network to facilitate high-value connections that drive strategic partnerships.
Financial opportunities & Fundraising Support
Identifying suitable financial instruments and funding sources based on your business model and objectives.
Business & Networking Events
Organizing events designed to foster meaningful connections and drive collaboration.
Why Codia
A Unique Blend of Expertise
Our team combines hands-on experience across public institutions, international organizations, national and local governments, IFIs, large corporations, startups, and NGOs
More than advisors - we are practitioners
We have successfully implemented projects of various scales in different geographies, secured funding, and invested ourselves.
Actionable solutions, not just insights
With expertise spanning finance, advisory, and innovation, we don’t just provide information—we deliver results.
Strong networks in Ukraine & the EU
Our deep-rooted connections allow us to navigate complex environments and unlock real opportunities for our clients.
Our values
1 / Freedom & Responsibility
We embrace autonomy in decision-making while remaining accountable for delivering real impact.
2 / Transparency
We believe in clear, honest communication and integrity in every partnership.
3 / Respect
We foster collaboration by valuing diverse perspectives, cultures, and ways of doing business
4 / Impact
We measure success by the meaningful, long-term results we create for our clients and partners
5 / Common Good
We are driven by a commitment to sustainable, mutually beneficial partnerships that contribute to global progress
Working With the Best Clients and Partners
Discover Founder's Bio
Diana Sidko is an international partnerships advisor with over 15 years of experience in both public and private sectors, with a focus on international relations, stakeholder engagement, and Ukraine’s recovery - particularly through innovation and technology. She currently leads strategic initiatives at Forvis Mazars and its corporate accelerator XFactory in Ukraine, connecting Ukrainian and international stakeholders. Diana Sidko serves as a board member of French Tech Kyiv, where she fosters bilateral cooperation in the tech sector and has led Ukraine’s participation in global events such as VivaTech, Change Now, and France Digital Days. She is also a member of Ro3kvit – Urban Coalition for Ukraine, contributing to sustainable recovery strategies and institutional capacity-building for local governments. Previously, she coordinated reconstruction-related activities at the French-Ukrainian Chamber of Commerce and Industry. In the private sector, she worked on the corporate social responsibility (CSR) strategy of Metinvest, a major Ukrainian metallurgy group, focusing on local development projects in Eastern Ukraine. Her earlier roles include Deputy Director of UkraineInvest, Ukraine’s government investment promotion agency, and institutional relations officer at the French Embassy in Ukraine. She holds a degree from Kyiv National Linguistic University and has completed executive education programs at Université de Lorraine, Summer University in Solidarity Economy at Sophia Antipolis, ESCP Business School, and the Kyiv School of Public Administration.
