Expert Council 2026

Critical Power, Grid Infrastructure & Renewable Energy

Leonel Clemente is an operations leader focused on stabilizing, optimizing, and scaling complex manufacturing environments in critical power and grid infrastructure. He has built his career restoring execution discipline and translating engineering requirements into scalable production systems that perform under pressure.

His experience spans global, high-reliability operations and large-scale industrial transformations, driving improvements in cycle time, quality, and throughput. In the critical power sector, he has led the launch and scale-up of low- and medium-voltage switchgear operations supporting AI-driven data center infrastructure, doubling output while maintaining delivery performance.

At EMA Electromechanics, he is building a manufacturing platform to support the expansion of renewable energy and power infrastructure across the U.S.

Holds a PhD in Economics as well as MSc and MBA degrees. He is an internationally recognized sales, negotiation, and business performance expert with more than 30 years of hands-on experience in sales, management, and executive consulting across 17 countries.

He is widely regarded as one of the most respected and results-driven business coaches in the Russian-speaking market and works with executives, founders, and leadership teams at an international level. Borys specializes in building scalable growth systems, driving strategic change that increases revenue and profitability, and designing high-performance sales and marketing systems for companies of all sizes and industries.

Each year, he delivers 150+ corporate training programs, strategic workshops, and consulting projects for executives and sales teams. Over the course of his career, tens of thousands of professionals across Russia, the CIS, Europe, and the United States have participated in his programs.

Borys Zhalilo is also the author of 11 business books and over 250 published articles on sales, negotiations, leadership, management, and business growth, widely used by executives, consultants, and trainers.

Mr. Alok Kumar is a seasoned technocrat and international business leader with over 25 years of successful experience in fiscal management, strategic planning, and operational leadership in complex and challenging environments.
He serves as Group Chairman of AKIS Tech Ltd and holds several key international positions, including:
• President for Russia & Central Asia at the Economic Council of India
• Chairman of the Russia Chapter, IIT Alumni Council
• Honorary Board Member and Director (Russia), BRICS Chamber of Commerce & Industries
• Vice President, India Operations at RUSSOFT
• Board Member, The Business Council for Cooperation with India
• Vice President (Asia Pacific), International Congress of Industrialists and Entrepreneurs (ICIE)
• Co-Chairman, India–Russia Working Group, The Eurasian People’s Assembly
Mr. Kumar is also a Tedex speaker and mentor, actively contributing to global dialogue on technology, innovation, and international cooperation.
His key areas of expertise and speaking topics include:
• ICT, Artificial Intelligence, Quantum Technology, and Machine Learning
• Smart, Sustainable, and Safe Cities; Cybersecurity
• Technology Sovereignty and International Cooperation
• BRICS+ SME and Technology Cooperation
• BRICS+ Education Cooperation
• Green Energy, SDG/ESG, and Sustainable Finance
• Cross-Cultural Cooperation
• India–Russia Relations
• Startups and SME Development
• Intelligent Manufacturing and Industry 4.0 Cooperation
• Public Diplomacy
Affiliations include: IIT Alumni Council, The Business Council for Cooperation with India, ICIE, and The Eurasian People’s Assembly.

President of the Alliance of Business Structures and Entrepreneurs of Southeast Asia (B2BASEAN); Deputy Chairman of the Russian-Asian Union of Industrialists and Entrepreneurs (RAUIE); Head of ASEAN Cooperation Initiatives.

Organizer of the First Manila–Moscow Creative Industries Summit in the Philippines.

Is a professor and cultural figure of international standing, whose professional career spans art, folk culture, academia, and cultural diplomacy. He is an eminent Egyptian sculptor and visual artist. He received his foundational artistic education at Helwan University, which shaped him into a master of monumental sculpture and a recognized researcher in the field of fine arts. Over the years, he has held the positions of Associate Professor and Professor of Sculpture at leading universities in Egypt and Russia.
From 2011 to 2014, Mr. Elsarwy Osama Elsayed Mahmoud Mohamed served as Counselor to the Embassy of the Arab Republic of Egypt and Director of the Egypt Cultural Bureau in Russia, making a significant contribution to the development of Russian-Egyptian cultural cooperation. His work was recognized with the Pushkin Medal for his substantial contribution to strengthening international relations. As a monumental
artist, he has created a remarkable number of important monuments and sculptures in Egypt, Russia, Uzbekistan, and other countries. Among his best-known works are monuments to Anton Chekhov, Dmitri Mendeleev, TahaHussein, Ibn Khaldun, Sayed Darwish, P. I. Tchaikovsky, Mahmoud Darwish, and other outstanding figures in culture, science, and public life. The geography of his works and their public significance testify to the international scope of his artistic output and his sustained professional recognition.

Mr. Elsarwy Osama Elsayed Mahmoud Mohamed is also the author of books and scholarly studies on sculpture, aesthetics, and art history, including works on modern Egyptian and Russian sculpture. His publications and research reflect deep expertise, while his teaching career and supervision of academic research demonstrate his contribution to training a new generation of artists and scholars. He is a member of professional artists’ unions in Egypt and Russia and has received numerous awards, orders, medals, and certificates of appreciation from universities, cultural centers, and public organizations.

Is an international entrepreneur and business leader with more than 22 years of experience in international trade, management, and the development of cross-border business cooperation. He is the President of the Soltex Group and plays an active role in strengthening economic ties between India and Russia. His professional interests include petrochemicals, polymers, industrial chemicals, agriculture, investment, renewable energy, and technical textiles. Since 2016, he has served as Vice Chairman of the Commission on Foreign Economic Relations with Partners in India at the Moscow Chamber of Commerce and Industry, and he is also Vice Chairman of the Board of the Eurasian Business Alliance. Manish Kumar takes part in international delegations and business forums, contributing to the development of partnership projects and the expansion of cooperation between companies in the two countries.

An outstanding pianist, arranger, winner of international competitions and festivals, member of music guilds. Named one of the «Ten Most Talented Pianists in New York» by BookLive (2025 edition) In 2025, 7 albums of the «Reimagined» series were released

President of the trading company INTER COTTON EXPORT AND IMPORT, which exports products to Kazakhstan, China, Pakistan, Italy, and Germany. Laureate of the international «Business Leaders of Central Asia» Award and founder of MEMORY WARM, the largest manufacturing company in its sector, which has become a symbol of technological progress and sustainable development in Uzbekistan’s textile industry.

Founder and CEO of BERG TARGET agency — the marketing leader for design professionals and premium interior brands. Expert in strategic promotion for interior design businesses. Author of the book «Unique Services for Unique Clients», ranked among the top professional marketing publications. Conducts lectures and masterclasses across CIS countries, consults studios and suppliers in the Business/Premium/Elite segments, systematizes marketing as a key competence in the design industry

Candidate of Technical Sciences, Master of Computer Science

Leading specialist in machine learning and data science with over 12 years of experience in major technology and business companies. Kaggle Competition Master

Ivan Isaev regularly publishes peer‑reviewed scientific and industry papers and is an active member of the professional community. His expertise spans deep mathematical and statistical modeling, as well as the engineering of real‑world services, data analytics, and many years of experience in strategic thinking.

He is a laureate of the international CDO 2021 Award and actively participates in international educational and accelerator programs.

iOS Developer | Master’s in Digital Product Management (HSE) | Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science (KubSU)

Lead iOS Engineer with over 6 years of experience in mobile development, app architecture, and team leadership. He has worked at Marketplace-Technologies LLC as Lead Developer, at Prequel Inc. as Senior iOS Engineer, and at Customertimes Corp. as Senior iOS Engineer. He is also a co-founder of Saly, a startup that entered the Top 100 of the App Store in its category. He is the author of several mobile applications, including Linqo, an AI-powered English-learning service focused on speaking practice and personalized learning.

Is an architect, and designer, and the founder of Asia Design studio and a team of professionals (established in 2008, Aktau, Kazakhstan). His work focuses on creating conceptual visual content and developing cohesive artistic worlds, as well as generating original solutions for digital projects and commercial and residential architecture both in Kazakhstan and internationally. In his practice, he seamlessly integrates architectural design with conceptual visual thinking.

In his projects, he combines the roles of architect and concept artist, building unified visual systems where every element is connected through a single artistic vision. His work is distinguished by a strong visual language and original solutions inspired by the cultural heritage of nomadic civilizations and ethnic motifs, reinterpreted through the lens of contemporary design and digital visual culture.

Aivar Zherdem’s approach is grounded in the creation of original artistic concepts that shape the emotional perception and visual structure of space. As a result, his work is highly recognizable and aligned with current developments in contemporary visual culture and interactive media.

Is a ballerina of the State Academic Bolshoi Theatre of Russia and a distinguished representative of the classical Russian ballet school, combining refined performance artistry with rigorous academic training.

In 2002, she graduated from the Moscow State Academy of Choreography, one of the world’s leading institutions in ballet education. Upon graduation, she began her professional career with the Classical Ballet Theatre under the direction of People’s Artists of the Russian Federation Natalia Kasatkina and Vladimir Vasiliev, where she worked from 2002 to 2009, appearing in leading roles of the classical repertoire.

Alongside her stage career, she pursued further academic training and, in 2010, completed her studies at the Moscow State Academy of Choreography, qualifying as a choreographer and ballet instructor. This dual background has strengthened her expertise both as a performer and as a pedagogue.

Since 2011, she has been a ballerina with the State Academic Bolshoi Theatre of Russia, where she performs in both classical and contemporary productions, contributing to the continued legacy of the Russian ballet tradition on one of the world’s most prestigious stages.

Is a highly qualified attorney specializing in commercial law and comprehensive legal support for businesses, with extensive experience in complex cross-border disputes, insolvency proceedings, and both domestic and international commercial arbitration. She holds a Bachelor of Laws degree from the State University of Moldova.

Ms. Bunescu is known for providing strategic, results-oriented legal representation in matters involving significant economic interests, with a strong emphasis on protecting clients’ interests and achieving clear, enforceable outcomes. Since 2018, she has practiced as an attorney in her own law office, where she represents clients in commercial and civil disputes before courts at all levels, advises both creditors and debtors in insolvency matters, and participates in commercial arbitration, including international proceedings.

Before establishing her own practice, Ms. Bunescu served as legal counsel at PoliTrans Broker SRL, where she provided legal advice on customs law and international freight transportation, represented the company before public authorities and state institutions, and supported its operational and contractual activities.

A senior investment professional with 15 years of experience in corporate finance, mergers and acquisitions, and investment management. Holds two master's degrees and is a CFA Charterholder. Spent more than 11 years in leadership roles at Sberbank Group, progressing from Analyst to Managing Director. Currently serves as an M&A Advisor to the Hungarian investment group Indotek, where he successfully completed the acquisition of a 47% stake in the Auchan franchise business and launched a Luxembourg-based alternative investment fund.

A seasoned executive with over 20 years of experience in marketing and strategic leadership, she is widely recognized for her expertise in developing and scaling brands across domestic and international markets. Under her leadership, the company achieved fivefold revenue growth, expanded its customer base tenfold, and successfully entered 30 international markets. She was the co-founder and strategic visionary behind the Lovare brand, which became the market leader with a 20% share of the domestic market. In addition, she oversaw a portfolio of six brands, driving the company’s second flagship brand to capture a 12% market share.

Ekaterina Marinenko is an internationally active live performer, professional wrestler, and event producer recognized for her immersive performance style, audience engagement, and contributions to the development of professional standards within the European entertainment industry.

Her core competencies and areas of expertise include process optimization and client service: the development and implementation of a multi-level delegation system (manager + assistant + AI tools) that ensures 100% adherence to deadlines and agreements, transparent pricing policies, and the automation of logistics and scheduling. As a result, clients receive a complete «turnkey show» rather than having to manage the organizational process themselves.