Behind the mission of Hodos Institute are people — staff, fellows, and key volunteers — united by a shared vision of advancing spiritual, ethical, and effective leadership. Each person brings unique experiences, passions, and callings, yet we walk the path together. Here you’ll meet those who embody the spirit of hodos — the way — by serving faithfully in scholarship, leadership, and community impact.

PRESIDENT & FOUNDER

Dr. Alexander Negrov is a theologian and leadership scholar with over 30 years of teaching and leadership experience. He holds master’s degrees in Old and New Testament studies from Briercrest Biblical Seminary (Canada) and a Ph.D. in New Testament Studies from the University of Pretoria (South Africa). He has also completed advanced leadership studies at Durham, Cambridge, and Oxford in the UK. Dr. Negrov has lectured internationally, published widely on theology and leadership, and co-authored Leadership in Ukraine: Studies During Wartime with Ronald E. Riggio. His forthcoming book is Spiritual Leadership in Times of War and Peace. He is devoted to raising up emerging leaders, offering leadership coaching, consulting, and spiritual direction to help them grow in wisdom, integrity, and lasting impact.

DIRECTOR OF HODOS YOUTH ACADEMY

Dina Prokopchuk has been collaborating with the Hodos Institute since 2017. Originally from Ukraine, she is now based in the United States. Dina’s educational background is impressive, with teaching certifications in music, ethics, and cultural studies from Zhytomyr Ivan Franko State University and a theological degree from Irpin Biblical Seminary, showcasing her dedication to holistic education. Dina’s work focuses on leadership development among teens and young adults. Dina has co-authored the book “Leadership Formation among Adolescents.”

TEACHING SPECIALIST

Anna Polanska joined Hodos Institute in 2023. Born and residing in Kharkiv, Ukraine, Anna brings a wealth of knowledge to the Hodos Institute. She holds two distinguished higher education degrees: one in pedagogy from the G.S. Skovoroda Kharkiv National Pedagogical University and another in theology from the Ukrainian Baptist Theological Seminary. At the Hodos Institute, Anna’s primary dedication is to leadership research, fostering leadership skills among adolescents and youth, and contributing to our translation initiatives.

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

Karina Koncha was born and resides in Ukraine. Recently, she earned a bachelor’s degree in Business Consulting and International Tourism from Dmytro Motornyi Tavria State Agrotechnological University. Karina’s primary role at the Hodos Institute is to oversee administrative work, as well as participate in field research.

RESEARCH AND TEACHING FELLOW

Oleksandr Malov holds a master’s degree in nonprofit management from the Ukrainian Catholic University (UCU). His research and publications address topics in talent management, spiritual leadership, and environmental leadership.

SENIOR FELLOW | USA-UKRAINE

Dr. Maksym Vasin is a seasoned expert in religious freedom and human rights advocacy, contributing to the Hodos Institute projects since November 2024. He brings nearly 25 years of experience in research and international advocacy through his work at the Institute for Religious Freedom (Ukraine) and U.S.-based non-profits. His areas of specialization include human rights law, multi-faith engagement, and church-state cooperation. Dr. Vasin has led training sessions on human rights and religious freedom for the United Nations, the OSCE, and the Council of Europe. He holds a Ph.D. in Law and completed the Religion and the Rule of Law program at the University of Oxford (UK).

FELLOW | USA

Evgeny Grechko is a multi-talented professional from Kyrgyzstan, currently residing in Spokane, WA. He is pursuing an MBA in Organizational Leadership at Eastern Washington University and holds multiple degrees, including an MA in Music with honors and advanced qualifications in philosophy. With experience as a senior program officer and consultant for various international organizations, Evgeny has led adult training programs focused on education, social development, and human rights. He is also an accomplished author, contributing to publications on religious rights, social development, and sustainable leadership.

CHATBOT DESIGNER & DEVELOPER

Volodymyr Sokil joined the team of Hodos Institute in 2020. He studied Economics and Management at Lviv Polytechnic National University in Ukraine. Based in Kyiv, Volodymyr is an expert in crafting chatbots and has developed a Telegram-based educational platform for Hodos Youth Academy.