AGORA — a new kind of global business club
AGORA is an invitation-only community.
Every application is carefully reviewed
Every application is carefully reviewed
95% of all B2B meetings do not end in a deal. AGORA was created to change this
We unite entrepreneurs, investors, and strategic partners to shorten the path to international markets, reduce the cost of mistakes, and turn negotiations into real deals
AGORA's Mission: A Bridge to International Markets
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Unique business expertise in BRICS and SCO countries
Professional mediation between markets and cultures
Operational support through to first successful deals via Consult Invest ITIC
Due to:
3 000
A lack of trust, absence of direct connections, cultural differences, and the high cost of mistakes make entering international markets complex, lengthy, and expensive
verified business contacts
35
partner countries
$700
million in investments
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Direct access to key business leaders and government relations contacts in 35+ countries
Access to 3 000+ verified international contacts
Entrepreneurs with $ 6.3+ million in revenue
AGORA — a secure environment for deals and international business scaling
Export / Import / Foreign Trade Operations
Business owners with $1.3+ million in capital
Top Managers, Government Relations Executives, and Institutional Representatives
Tatiana Seliverstova
cooperation with BRICS and SCO countries Career path from youth diplomacy to international trade and investment projects
Founder of the International trade and investment company "Consult Invest ITIC", BRICS
Business Incubator, SCO Business Incubator and International award "Top-100 BRICS
Entrepreneurs"
Business Incubator, SCO Business Incubator and International award "Top-100 BRICS
Entrepreneurs"
15
years of
INTERNATIONAl
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Founders of the AGORA Community
Senior government official responsible for international programs and projects
Head of the international department at Rosmolodezh (Federal Agency for Youth Affairs)
Responsible for Russia's projects within BRICS, SCO, OIC, and the Arctic Council
Director of the nonprofit "Leaders of International Cooperation"
Advisor to the Director of the SCO Technology Transfer Center (China)
International expert and speaker at the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum, Eastern Economic Forum, Raisina Dialogue (India)
Media: Russian Gazeta, RBC,TV BRICS, CGTN, Xinhua, Executive Intelligence
Review (USA)
Awards include official letters of gratitude from the President of Russia and international awards
Head of the international department at Rosmolodezh (Federal Agency for Youth Affairs)
Responsible for Russia's projects within BRICS, SCO, OIC, and the Arctic Council
Director of the nonprofit "Leaders of International Cooperation"
Advisor to the Director of the SCO Technology Transfer Center (China)
International expert and speaker at the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum, Eastern Economic Forum, Raisina Dialogue (India)
Media: Russian Gazeta, RBC,TV BRICS, CGTN, Xinhua, Executive Intelligence
Review (USA)
Awards include official letters of gratitude from the President of Russia and international awards
Ivan Abramov
Co-owner of the ASSIST+ platform, connecting entrepreneurs with 3 000+ top Russian university students
Expert in social capital and community building
Mentor in the "Proryv" Club
Founder of X-Forum mastermind
Visiting lecturer at MIMO Business School
1 000+ hours of consulting for SME entrepreneurs
Co-Founder of the first Russia-China Business Incubator (UFA) and a twin incubator in Nanjing
Winner of the Skolkovo Business School grant competition (Ist place among 1 700+ applicants in 2019)
Father of three children
Expert in social capital and community building
Mentor in the "Proryv" Club
Founder of X-Forum mastermind
Visiting lecturer at MIMO Business School
1 000+ hours of consulting for SME entrepreneurs
Co-Founder of the first Russia-China Business Incubator (UFA) and a twin incubator in Nanjing
Winner of the Skolkovo Business School grant competition (Ist place among 1 700+ applicants in 2019)
Father of three children
ENTREPRENEUR AND CO-OWNER OF LUMIKA GROUP PARTNER OF CONSULT INVEST ITIC
17
years in business
250
employees across education, tourism, investment, and consulting
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8 international chapters are currently active:
Russia
China
India
Tadjikistan
Tadjikistan
Uzbekistan
Kazakhstan
Saudi Arabia
Kyrgyzstan
Russia
China
India
Uzbekistan
Kazakhstan
Saudi Arabia
Kyrgyzstan
Over 15 years, more than 3 000 trusted, sustainable connections have been formed at the highest level (entrepreneurs, investors, government relations contacts) across 35+ countries
Leonid Slutsky
Chairman of the State Duma Committee on International Affairs
Timofey Bordachev
Director of the Center for European and International Studies (HSE University), Program Director of the Valdai Club
Sergey Morozov
Member of the State Duma
Alexey Maslov
Director of the Institute of Asian and African Studies, Moscow State University
Anton Khodarev
Advisor to the Board Chairman of Agrokom Group
Zhou Liqun
Chairman of the Union of Chinese Entrepreneurs in Russia
Zhao Zhongyuan
Director of the SCO Technology Transfer Center
Wang Dong
Director of Industry-Education Integration Center, China-SCO Institute
Gaurav Aggarwal
Co-founder of BLS Corporation
Saurav Sanyal
Managing Partner at Strategica LLP
Sameep Shastri
Vice-President of the BRICS Chamber of Commerce
Ulugbek Rustamov
CEO of Click (largest unicorn company in Uzbekistan)
Motaz Abuonk
Founder & CEO of Value Makers Studio and Adwaa Al-Khalil Contracting
Taalaibek Daiyrbekov
Deputy of the Bishkek City Council
Savdanbekova Rakhat
CEO of LLC “CITYLIFE Group” and LLC “CITYLIFE Media”. Co-founder of the Association of Legal Entities “Association of Young Entrepreneurs KG”
The resident journey begins with a roadmap and a strong network
Each resident can take part in a practical program that provides deep insight into the business environments of BRICS, SCO, and West Asian countries
The community founders will introduce potential foreign partners from both the public and private sectors to ensure successful collaboration
Foreign trade specialists will develop a business growth scenario for the optimal target country
Benefits for residents in the community
Quarterly Offline Gatherings
2 days, 100+ participants, representatives from over 10 countries
Business Missions
Immersion in the business environments of other countries
GR Track
Opportunity to participate in events at the intergovernmental level of BRICS, SCO,
and West Asian countries
and West Asian countries
Meetings with Board of Trustees Members
BRICS & SCO Business Incubators
Thematic Events
Immersion in the culture and business etiquette of other countries through various national styles
Acceleration Program
Individual strategy for entering foreign markets, from refining the business model to selecting partners and investors in target industries
Masterminds
Regular meetings for experience exchange, analyzing real cases, and expert decision-making support from active business owners
Forum Groups
Groups of 8–10 people for close collaboration with participants and mentors
AGORA RESIDENTS
INTERNATIONAL DEALS DELIVERED THROUGH THE AGORA ECOSYSTEM
Most international projects fail to yield results. AGORA works differently
Bringing projects all the way to successful deals, among them:
We leverage:
- verified contacts (including government relations contacts)
- institutional connections
- operational infrastructure
- verified contacts (including government relations contacts)
- institutional connections
- operational infrastructure
IGHS International Hospital in Tashkent
Request:
Construction of the IGHS International Hospital (Portugal)
Result:
Developed a concept for the medical hospital. Organized negotiations with the Deputy Minister of Health of Uzbekistan, the Mayor of Tashkent, and an Advisor to the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan. Worked out the legal, investment, and infrastructure parameters for locating the hospital in Tashkent
Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ)
Request:
Attract target companies from Russia, Kazakhstan, and Uzbekistan to relocate and scale their businesses within the RAKEZ Economic Zone (UAE)
Result:
Formed a large database of potential residents from the three countries; identified a high level of readiness among target businesses to enter the GCC market. The work with potential resident companies is underway, including presentations of RAKEZ’s terms and incentives, followed by negotiations and the initial stage of business localization in the UAE
International Music Contest "Intervision"
Request:
Organization of the International Music Contest "Intervision" in Moscow in 2025
Result:
Renowned artists, creative groups, and jury members from 22 countries around the world were invited to participate in the Contest. The Contest was broadcast on national television in all participating countries. Advertising for Intervision was launched on Times Square
Cosmetic Brand "Kelo.Cell"
Request:
Launch of “Kelo.Cell” therapeutic cosmetic products in Uzbekistan
Result:
Developed models for the brand’s entry into the Uzbek market. Determined the commercial terms of cooperation, distribution channels, and key distributors for promoting and selling products through pharmacy chains, clinics, and specialized retail outlets. The products were successfully launched in the Uzbek market
Marketplace "Megamarket"
Request:
Organize a business mission for the top management of the "Megamarket" marketplace to China (Guangzhou, Shanghai, Hong Kong)
Result:
The business mission was successfully carried out. Negotiations were held with suppliers, warehouse and transportation infrastructure operators, as well as representatives of e-commerce platforms, to integrate Chinese manufacturers into the Megamarket ecosystem. Partnerships were established with China’s largest marketplaces: Poizon, Meituan, and VIP.com
SEZ "Technopolis Moscow"
Request:
Launch the representative office of the “Technopolis Moscow” Special Economic Zone in Shenzhen, China
Result:
Developed an organizational and operational model for the representative office.
Established cooperation with Chinese government agencies, industrial parks, and technology companies. Presented the opportunities offered by the “Technopolis Moscow” Special Economic Zone to the Chinese market
Established cooperation with Chinese government agencies, industrial parks, and technology companies. Presented the opportunities offered by the “Technopolis Moscow” Special Economic Zone to the Chinese market
China Technology Transfer Center of the SCO Member States
Request:
Establish representative offices of the China Technology Transfer Center of SCO Member States in Central Asian countries
Result:
Developed mechanisms for cooperation in the field of technology transfer and
innovation at the intergovernmental level. Organized meetings and negotiations with relevant ministries of Central Asian countries
innovation at the intergovernmental level. Organized meetings and negotiations with relevant ministries of Central Asian countries
"ATOM" Electric Vehicle
Request:
Develop an investment proposal for the construction of the "ATOM" electric vehicle plant in the Republic of Uzbekistan
Result:
Developed a financial and economic model and a proposal for localizing production. Organized official meetings and consultations with the leadership of relevant Uzbek ministries and agencies in the fields of industry, transportation, and investment. The issue of launching production of “ATOM” electric vehicles in the Republic of Uzbekistan has been raised to the level of negotiations between the presidents of Russia and Uzbekistan
Yandex in Uzbekistan
Request:
Organize the delivery of mopeds for Yandex’s official integrator in the Republic of Uzbekistan
Result:
Arranged visits to manufacturing facilities in China, selected manufacturers, and agreed upon technical and commercial terms for the deliveries. Resolved customs and logistics issues related to the delivery of mopeds. The project was successfully concluded with a deal
interview with the AGORA founders
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