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Mihail FridmanHead of the Alfa Group consortium
Date of Birth: 21.04.1964
Country:  Russia |
Content:
- Early Life and Education
- Business Career
- Alfa-Bank
- Expansion and Diversification
- Civic and Philanthropic Activities
- Government Roles
- Recognition and Wealth
Early Life and Education
Mikhail Fridman was born on April 21, 1964, in Lviv, Ukraine. He graduated from the Moscow Institute of Steel and Alloys, where he studied alongside his cousin, Dmitry Fridman.
Business Career
After graduating, Fridman worked as an engineer at the Elektrostal Plant in the Moscow region from 1986 to 1988. In 1988, he became a private entrepreneur and founded several companies, including Alfa-Foto, Alfa-Eco, and Alfa-Capital.
Alfa-Bank
In 1991, Fridman became the Chairman of the Board of Directors of Alfa-Bank. The bank went through a merger with Alfa-Capital in 1998, making Fridman the Chairman of the Board of Directors of the newly formed Alfa-Bank.
Expansion and Diversification
Fridman's business empire extended beyond banking. He became Chairman of the Alfa-Consortium group in 1996. The consortium owns companies in various industries, including retail (Perekrestok) and energy (Sidanko).
Civic and Philanthropic Activities
Russian Jewish CongressFridman was a founding member and vice president of the Russian Jewish Congress (RJC), where he led the committee on culture.
Government Roles
Fridman held several positions in the Russian government, including member of the Council on Banking Activities under the Russian government.
Recognition and Wealth
Fridman has received numerous awards and recognitions for his business achievements. He is currently one of the wealthiest individuals in Russia and worldwide.
