Veteran educator and co-founder of Uz500, an entrepreneurship and private sector development organization, focused on Uzbekistan, Eurasia, and Global South. Over 30 years of work experience at the National University of Uzbekistan and Tashkent Oriental Studies University. Started my journalism career with a local newspaper at the age of 18 while pursuing my university degree via evening classes. Developed university admissions methodologies and career development strategies for tens of thousands of students and young professionals in the UzSSR and Uzbekistan.