Early Life
Andrei Filatov was born on December 18, 1971, in Kryvyi Rih, Ukrainian SSR, Soviet Union. He was ranked Candidate for Master of Sport of the USSR (chess). He studied chess at Sports School Number 9 in Dnepropetrovsk. In 1993, he graduated from the Academy of Physical Education and Sports of the Republic of Belarus (Belarusian State University of Physical Culture) with a diploma of Sport Instructor and Chess Coach.
Rise to Success
In 1996, Filatov co-founded Severstaltrans with partners Konstantin Nikolaev and Nikita Mishin. He is also the chairman of the Board of Directors of Tuloma investment company and a co-owner of the Globaltrans company. In 2015, he consolidated his personal assets into Tuloma Investment Company.
Key Business Strategies
Filatov's business ventures primarily focus on investments in Russian companies and shares. He has been involved in the transportation and investment sectors. He is also known for his strategic investments and involvement in various companies.
Philanthropy
Andrei Filatov is known for his philanthropic efforts, particularly in the areas of chess and art. He initiated and sponsored the World Chess Championship held in Moscow in 2012. Filatov established the Filatov Family Art Fund, later known as Art Russe, to collect and showcase Russian and Soviet art. He has also supported various chess tournaments and initiatives.
