Early Life
Gleb Fetisov was born on June 5, 1966, near Moscow, Russia. He earned a doctorate in Economics from Moscow State University.
Rise to Success
Fetisov began his career in 1990 at the Central Economic Institute of the Academy of Sciences of the USSR. He joined Alfa Group in 1995 and later led the takeover of an aluminum plant in Siberia. Fetisov held various leading positions in commercial banks and financial companies between 1993 and 1996. He was also the arbitration manager of the Achinsk alumina refinery from 1996 to 2000. Fetisov served as a member of the Federation Council for the Voronezh Region from 2001 to 2009. He sold his business interests in 2014, including a stake in telecom outfit Vimpelcom.
Key Business Strategies
Fetisov's investment strategies included investments in the telecom industry and retail sector, particularly in China. He was known for his acumen in navigating global markets and making strategic investments.
Philanthropy
Fetisov established the Fetisov Charitable Foundation based in Geneva, Switzerland. He founded the Fetisov Journalism Awards, which recognize outstanding journalists. Fetisov has supported numerous charitable initiatives focused on education, healthcare, and social welfare.
