Home: Portugal. Age: 60. Birthplace: Shuya town, Ivanovo region, Russia. Profession: Digital IT entrepreneur. Organization: Noventiq. Title: Founder. Alma mater: Lomonosov Moscow State University, Ph.D. in Physics and Mathematics.
Current project: Noventiq: an international IT company with representative offices in 60+ countries. Recent recognition: Noventiq has received international awards, including the Frost & Sallivan Award for Leadership in the Development of IT Products in Latin America, and the VARIndia Star Nite Awards 2022 in the category “Best Partner in Services and Solutions”. What’s been your big (or biggest leap)? Creation of an international IT company that operates in several areas: digital business transformation, information security, cloud services and hardware. The company Noventiq has more than 80,000 customers in Asia, Africa, South America, and the Middle East. Hobbies: Theater, snowboarding, windsurfing.
Personality profile: 50% pragmatism, 50% romanticism, a pinch of adventurism plus the desire for success and a big spoonful of common sense. Moral compass: It is important to adhere to moral principles. How do you define an ideal business relationship? I value open dialogue in relationships with clients and partners. You need to listen to what they want. Always ready to take the client's side. What is your favorite place (or way) to spend money? I prefer to invest in new companies and in R&D. How do you relieve stress? Sport. What ingredient is essential to your perfect vacation? Family, sport and reading.
What was your first paying job? Before going into business, I did scientific research for several years. As a kid, what did you first want to be when you grew up? I have been interested in technology since childhood. What modern technology innovation do you most appreciate? Artificial intelligence has incredible potential. But what makes it truly effective is the people. What is your go-to source of creative inspiration? Communication with people inspires me. Especially with those whose experiences are different from mine.
What is your big idea?
Create a convenient and safe digital world.
What change would you like to see in the world? AI technologies improve people's lives, but these relationships must be based on human values. What mega-trend most excites you? Artificial intelligence.
Personal mission: Make the digital world safe and convenient for people and companies.
