About · Since 2004

We teach commercial decisions the way they’re actually made — inside a market

World of Trade is a 3-day, software-based business simulation for FMCG, retail and distribution leaders. 20+ years, 1,000+ programs, 30,000+ alumni across 15 countries.

Operating principles

Four beliefs the program has never compromised on. They show up in how every cohort runs, from briefing to debrief.

Our mission

We changed how commercial leaders develop. Less content. More decisions.

Anastasia Lavrenyuk, Founder & CEO

Anastasia Lavrenyuk
Our vision

To be the leading provider of practical learning for consumer-facing businesses

We aim to be one of the leading providers of practical learning for professionals working in consumer-facing industries worldwide, helping them build sustainable growth and drive innovation in their companies.

  • Focus on real business situations, not abstract theory.
  • Management practice, not just individual skill development.
  • Results that are visible to both participants and their companies.
Brief history

World of Trade — the next generation of the Storewars programme

World of Trade is built by the same team behind Storewars. Today it is the natural evolution of that learning tradition — a modern product for FMCG and retail that preserves the strengths of the original approach: competitive market simulation, management decisions, and instant feedback on outcomes.

We build simulations that realistically replicate FMCG market dynamics. They develop strategic thinking, cross-functional collaboration, and practical management skills. Participants leave with tools for sound commercial decisions, effective negotiation with partners, and sustainable results in a changing market.

Where the programs run

Where the programs run

Dubai HQ. Moscow and Almaty operations. Open cohorts in Moscow, Almaty and Minsk — corporate programs everywhere else.

World of Trade program geography map

Corporate enquiries

Companies come to us when they want a private launch tailored to their audience, goals and context. We scope, design and deliver.

Open programmes

Six open cohorts a year across the region. If a date works, you book. If it doesn’t, we hold a seat for two weeks while you check.

Come see it in action

Come see the market model in action