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Work History
Education
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Accomplishments
Certification
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ALMAZ MEDEROV

ALMAZ MEDEROV

Irvine

Summary

A highly accomplished professional with a track record of success in finance, audit, public
administration, law, and international relations. A recognized expert whose research and developments have significantly impacted the economies of the country and neighboring countries. Recipient of numerous state awards, and an Honorary Member of the Chamber of Auditors of Kazakhstan, a full member of the International Federation of Accountants (IFAC). Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

REPRESENTATIVE IN CALIFORNIA, USA.

CHAMBER OF COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY OF THE KYRGYZ REP
Los Angeles
01.2025 - Current
  • Facilitated business activities for entrepreneurs from the Kyrgyz Republic in
    America, assisting in the development of exports, imports, and economic
    cooperation.

ADVISOR ON ECONOMICS AND AUDIT

VISTAMAR INVESTMENTS
Los Angeles
12.2024 - Current

• Participated in the formulation of business strategies, evaluated economic
situations, and provided support for audit reviews.
• Developed recommendations for resource optimization, which led to increased
capital efficiency.

GENERAL DIRECTOR

RUSSELL BEDFORD APG
Bishkek
06.2024 - Current
  • Oversaw general enterprise management, conducted economic research and
    budget analysis, and prepared reports and proposals

LECTURER IN ECONOMICS, ACTING ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR

KYRGYZ NATIONAL UNIVERSITY NAMED AFTER JUSUP B.
BISHKEK
06.2010 - 06.2024

• Developed educational programs and materials, conducted scientific research,
taught courses, and participated in state graduation exams.
• Authored eight scientific articles published in professional and major industry
journals, including those indexed in Scopus and RSCI databases

• Performed significant research in corporate financial reporting and auditing.
• The findings became the basis for the Strategy for the Development of Corporate
Financial Reporting and Audit, confirmed by an official implementation act

ADVISOR TO THE HEAD AND TO THE STATE SECRETARY

ADMINISTRATION OF THE PRESIDENT OF THE KYRGYZ REP.
Bishkek
12.2020 - 05.2024

• Developed and analyzed interdepartmental policies; coordinated cooperation with
international partners; provided legal and economic support for strategic initiatives.
• Successfully implemented strategic initiatives that enhanced government efficiency
and inter-agency cooperation.

DEPUTY HEAD (EQUIVALENT TO DEPUTY MINISTER)

GOVERNMENTAL FORENSIC SERVICE
Bishkek
03.2016 - 07.2018

• Conducted comprehensive analysis of the service's operations and provided
general leadership.
• Implemented changes that reduced the time required for expert analysis and
attracted international donors to fund projects.

ADVISOR TO THE HEAD

GOVER. SERVICE OF REGULAT. AND SUPERV.OF THE FINAN
BISHKEK
06.2008 - 06.2010

• Oversaw the insurance market and initiated proposals that reduced the outflow of
financial resources from the country.

Education

Ph.D. - Economics

NATIONAL ATTESTATION COMMISSION UNDER THE PRESIDEN
Bishkek, Kyrgyz Republic
12-2021

Master of Science - International Relations

DIPLOMATIC ACADEMY OF THE MINIS.OF FOREI.AFFAIRS
Bishkek, Kyrgyz Republic
09-2014

Master of Science - Economics

KYRGYZ NATIONAL UNIVERSITY NAMED AFTER JUSUP B.
Bishkek, Kyrgyz Republic
06-2008

Master of Science - Law

KYRGYZ NATIONAL UNIVERSITY NAMED AFTER JUSUP B.
Bishkek, Kyrgyz Republic
06-2004

Skills

Finance & Audit: Economic analysis, financial management, auditing, budget management

Leadership & Management: Team leadership, project management, negotiation, policy development, strategic planning, inter-agency coordination, political issue resolution

Communication & Research: Report writing, data interpretation, quantitative and qualitative analysis

Technical Skills: Active Directory, WordPress

Report preparation

Problem solving

Issue research

Business ethics

Accomplishments

  • Jubilee Medal "30 Years of the Constitution of the Kyrgyz Republic" (December 2023): State award for contributions to strengthening the country's independence.
  • Medal "For Providing Support" from the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic (December 2023).
  • Badge "Excellent Worker in Culture of the Kyrgyz Republic" (October 2022).
  • Personalized watch from the Prime Minister of the Kyrgyz Republic (August 2016).
  • Badge "Excellent Worker of the Social Fund of the Kyrgyz Republic" (2015).
  • Honorary Title "Excellent Worker of the Financial Market of the Kyrgyz Republic" (June 2009).
  • Certificate of Honor from the Service of Regulation and Supervision of the Market of the Kyrgyz Republic (June 2007)

• Honorary Member, Chamber of Auditors of Kazakhstan: Awarded for outstanding achievements in accounting, economics, and finance. The Chamber is a full member of the International Federation of Accountants (IFAC).
• Certified Auditor of the Kyrgyz Republic: Professional certification confirming high-level expertise

Certification

  • International Scientific and Practical Conference "Prospects for Partnership among SCO Member States in Forensic Expertise" (Center for Forensic Expertise of the Ministry of Justice of the Republic of Kazakhstan) | June 20-21, 2018.
  • Advanced Training Course on "International Relations in Modern Conditions" (Diplomatic Academy of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic) | May 10-21, 2016.
  • Training "International Standards of Accounting and Auditing and Integration of the Economics of EAEU Countries" (NGO "Issyk-Kul Forum of Accountants and Auditors of Central Asian Countries") | July 7-10, 2016.
  • Auditor Advanced Training Course (State Service of Regulation and Supervision of the Financial Market under the Government of the Kyrgyz Republic) | November 24 – December 4, 2015.
  • Seminar on Combating Money Laundering and Financing of Terrorism (Basel Institute on Governance) | October 14-15, 2009

Languages

Kyrgyz
Native/ Bilingual
Russian
Native/ Bilingual
English
Elementary
Kazakh
Professional

Languages

  • English: Beginner level, actively improving with a readiness to apply and develop skills in practice

References available upon request from

  • Chairman of the Board of the Chamber of Auditors of Kazakhstan.
  • State Secretary of the Kyrgyz Republic.
  • Advisor to the President of the Kyrgyz Republic.
  • General Director of a major insurance company in the Kyrgyz Republic

Publications

  • Authored eight scientific articles, including in professional and major industry journals indexed in Scopus and RSCI databases.
  • Example: “Improving Lease Operations, Organizing their Accounting and Internal Control” in the journal "Problems of Modern Science and Education" (September 2, 2016)

Presentations

  • Participated in judging panels, acting as a judge and expert to evaluate colleagues' work in relevant fields

Timeline

REPRESENTATIVE IN CALIFORNIA, USA.

CHAMBER OF COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY OF THE KYRGYZ REP
01.2025 - Current

ADVISOR ON ECONOMICS AND AUDIT

VISTAMAR INVESTMENTS
12.2024 - Current

GENERAL DIRECTOR

RUSSELL BEDFORD APG
06.2024 - Current

ADVISOR TO THE HEAD AND TO THE STATE SECRETARY

ADMINISTRATION OF THE PRESIDENT OF THE KYRGYZ REP.
12.2020 - 05.2024

DEPUTY HEAD (EQUIVALENT TO DEPUTY MINISTER)

GOVERNMENTAL FORENSIC SERVICE
03.2016 - 07.2018

LECTURER IN ECONOMICS, ACTING ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR

KYRGYZ NATIONAL UNIVERSITY NAMED AFTER JUSUP B.
06.2010 - 06.2024

ADVISOR TO THE HEAD

GOVER. SERVICE OF REGULAT. AND SUPERV.OF THE FINAN
06.2008 - 06.2010

Ph.D. - Economics

NATIONAL ATTESTATION COMMISSION UNDER THE PRESIDEN

Master of Science - International Relations

DIPLOMATIC ACADEMY OF THE MINIS.OF FOREI.AFFAIRS

Master of Science - Economics

KYRGYZ NATIONAL UNIVERSITY NAMED AFTER JUSUP B.

Master of Science - Law

KYRGYZ NATIONAL UNIVERSITY NAMED AFTER JUSUP B.
ALMAZ MEDEROV