WHAT I DO: I help foreign businesses and investors access profitable investments, Russian markets, and reputable local partners by providing consulting, negotiation, local knowledge, and international business expertise. I help clients invest in regular and distressed apartments, hotels, and restaurants in Saint Petersburg as well as industrial properties and natural stone quarries. I also help Western companies to launch products in Russia and set up production facilities. HOW I DO IT: I am the principal of Russian Consulting Specialists, a team of successful international businesspeople, executives, and consultants.WHO I WORK WITH INSIDE RUSSIA: Major Russian banksMajor retail chainsMajor fishing industry companiesNatural stone quarries (granite and soapstone)Restaurants and pubsRussian oil and gas companiesWHY IT WORKS: There are significant differences between Russian and Western personal and professional mentalities, which often complicates relationships and business dealings.WHAT MAKES ME DIFFERENT: I am a Russian native who lived in the UK for 10 years (age 14-24). I graduated from UCL with a BA in Economics and Business with Eastern European Studies, so I understand both sides. I returned to Russia and earned a degree in Governmental Studies, so I know how Russian governmental institutions function and have developed many contacts there, which always helps business deals move forward.In 2016, I completed the course to become an insolvency officer, which helped me understand the bankruptcy process and develop contacts in many industries—a major benefit to my clients because purchasing properties and assets that come through the bankruptcy system is the cheapest way to invest in Russia.READY TO TALK? To learn more about the properties and assets available or to get a free quote, reach out to me directly here on LinkedIn, email me at atumarev@gmail.com, visit us at Russian-consult.com or call me directly at +7(812)9657707.