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Why Checkout.com?
Four years ago, Tamara was pitching a media product to a potential client. Mid-conversation, that client flipped the script and suggested she apply for an open role on the partnerships team at Checkout.com.
“I saw it as an opportunity to meet more stakeholders and potentially win the deal! But what I found was something entirely different: a team of people passionate about their work, energised by the mission, and excited to make an impact.”
Fast-forward to today, and she’s built a career rooted in ownership, trust, and shared ambition. What keeps her here? The people. The purpose. And a culture that doesn’t just expect performance, but enables it.
Partnerships that move the market
What began as a role focused on the French agency and SI ecosystem has evolved into a leadership position managing teams across Europe and the UK. Now, she’s helping scale Checkout.com’s partner ecosystem - driving net-new business growth through the power of collaboration.
“We’ve just entered an exciting new phase. With the right structure and support in place, we’re building a stronger, more scalable partnership function that can drive real impact across every industry we serve.”
Life beyond work
Two things fuel Tamara outside the office: global connection and motherhood. She grew up on a small island in Russia above Japan, speaking Russian, playing Korean games, and studying English at a bilingual school. At 15, she moved to California, performing in musicals and translating for the U.S. Air Force. Later, she made France her home.
“Connecting with people from different backgrounds and helping them succeed, that’s always been second nature. And at Checkout.com, I get to do that every day.”
Recently, she’s also stepped into a new role: mom.
“It’s been the most transformative experience. Honestly, so many Checkout.com values - resilience, adaptability, long-term thinking - echo what it takes to be a parent.”
As a sponsor of Checkout.com’s Parents Community, she’s helping build a supportive space for working parents, advocating for wellbeing, flexibility, and mental health.
“Growth doesn’t pause when you become a parent. If anything, it accelerates.”
#One Team
The principle that drives her most is #OneTeam because it’s more than a motto.
“You won’t find a more brilliant, humble, or collaborative group of people anywhere in the industry. At Checkout.com, we lift each other up. I know my team has my back and I’ve got theirs.”
She’s also energised by the company’s deep investment in development. With initiatives like Revenue Way, Payments Academy, and Manager Training, she and her team have the tools to stay ahead, grow faster, and lead better.
“Here, growth isn’t just expected - it’s enabled, and that makes all the difference.”
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Empathy and impact
While she lives and breathes the #AthleteMindset, it’s the company’s #CustomerFirst philosophy that resonates most.
“To really deliver value, you have to understand what drives people. It’s not just about selling a product - it’s about anticipating challenges, listening with empathy, and becoming a real partner in someone else’s growth.”
Don’t box yourself in
Be open. Be curious. Take on challenges that stretch you. And don’t be afraid to move fast. At Checkout.com, you’ll find endless opportunities, but only if you’re willing to chase them.
“If you’re thinking about joining Checkout.com - especially in Partnerships, don’t limit yourself. Growth lives outside your comfort zone.”
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Shape the future with Checkout.com
From small island beginnings to scaling partnership strategy across Europe, Tamara’s journey is proof that growth comes when you bet on yourself and lean into momentum.
Ready to take on your next challenge and join a team where ambition, ownership, and impact lead the way.
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