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Galimzhan Yessenov

Founder of the Shakhmardan Yessenov Foundation & Chairman at Jusan Bank

Almaty, KZ


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Galimzhan’s Biography

Galimzhan Yessenov is a prominent Kazakh businessman, entrepreneur and charitable donor. He is the founder of the Shakhmardan Yessenov Science & Education Foundation, and Chairman of Jusan Bank.

Yessenov was born in Almaty, Kazakhstan, the grandson of the eminent Kazakh scientist and political figure, Shakhmardan Yessenov. In 2013, Galimzhan established the Shakhmardan Yessenov Foundation to promote education and science in Kazakhstan. Under Galimzhan's leadership, the foundation has provided scholarships and grants to support talented Kazakhstani students in pursuing higher education, both in Kazakhstan and abroad. This initiative has played a vital role in nurturing the next generation of leaders and professionals in Kazakhstan.

Galimzhan’s commitment to the advancement of Kazakhstan extends to the realm of sport, which he believes plays a key role in creating a healthy society. In 2012 he helped establish the Almaty Marathon, now the largest sporting event in Central Asia. He is also closely involved with the Kazakhstan Triathlon Federation, the Almaty Triathlon Federation and...
Galimzhan Yessenov is a prominent Kazakh businessman, entrepreneur and charitable donor. He is the founder of the Shakhmardan Yessenov Science & Education Foundation, and Chairman of Jusan Bank.

Yessenov was born in Almaty, Kazakhstan, the grandson of the eminent Kazakh scientist and political figure, Shakhmardan Yessenov. In 2013, Galimzhan established the Shakhmardan Yessenov Foundation to promote education and science in Kazakhstan. Under Galimzhan's leadership, the foundation has provided scholarships and grants to support talented Kazakhstani students in pursuing higher education, both in Kazakhstan and abroad. This initiative has played a vital role in nurturing the next generation of leaders and professionals in Kazakhstan.

Galimzhan’s commitment to the advancement of Kazakhstan extends to the realm of sport, which he believes plays a key role in creating a healthy society. In 2012 he helped establish the Almaty Marathon, now the largest sporting event in Central Asia. He is also closely involved with the Kazakhstan Triathlon Federation, the Almaty Triathlon Federation and the Kazakhstan Chess Federation.

His charitable endeavours also include patronage of Ana Uyi (Mother’s House), a foundation that works to reduce the number of children being abandoned and placed in orphanages.

In 2018 Galimzhan was awarded the Order of Kurmet for his contributions to the development of the Kazakh economy and society.

Galimzhan Yessenov has business interests in several sectors including banking and telecommunications. As Chair of Jusan Bank, he leads one of Kazakhstan’s foremost financial institutions. He is also a major shareholder of Kcell JSC, the leading mobile operator in Kazakhstan. In 2023 he was named one of Kazakhstan’s 50 most influential businessmen by Forbes Kazakhstan.
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Galimzhan’s Newsfeed

Forbes
50 most influential businessmen of Kazakhstan 2023

Among those returning to the list of the top 50 most influential businessmen in 2023 is Galimzhan Yessenov.

Galimzhan Yessenov elected as head of the board of directors of Jusan Bank

First Heartland Jusan Bank JSC (Jusan Bank) held an Extraordinary Meeting of Shareholders on August 10, where the new members of the Board of Directors were elected and the management of the bank was approved. Galimzhan Yessenov was elected as Chairman of the Board of Directors.

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Galimzhan’s Background

Jusan Bank
Chairman of the Board of Directors
Jul 2023 - Present
Almaty, KZ
Jusan Bank is a financial institution headquartered in Almaty, Kazakhstan. It provides banking services including loans, deposits, and financial products, with a focus on retail and corporate clients in Kazakhstan's financial market.
 
Kazphosphate LLP
Chairman of the Supervisory Board
Dec 2018 - May 2021
Almaty, KZ
Founded in 1999, Kazphosphate LLP is one of the largest producers of phosphate-based fertilizers and feed phosphates in the CIS and Europe.
 
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Other Business Interests

Almaty Triathlon Federation
Co-Founder, Trustee & former Head of Federation
2017 - Present
Almaty, KZ
The Almaty Triathlon Federation was established in 2017 to develop triathlon and cycling sports in Almaty, organise competitions, and support athletes in national and international events.
 
Almaty Marathon
Founder
2012 - Present
Almaty, KZ
The Almaty Marathon is the largest sporting event in Central Asia, held annually in April. Up to 15,000 runners from 50 countries compete across five disciplines: 10km, Nordic walking, half-marathon, full marathon, and team relay.
 
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Philanthropy

Shakhmardan Yessenov Foundation
Founder
Jan 2013 - Present
The Shakhmardan Yessenov Science and Education Foundation is a Kazakhstani organisation that supports students and young scientists in the natural sciences through scholarships and professional development programs.
 
Ana Uyi (Mother's House)
Trustee
Galimzhan Yessenov is a Trustee of Ana Uyi, and has been funding the charity since 2014. The charity aims to prevent social orphanhood and reduce the number of children placed in orphanages.
 

Memberships

YPO (Young Presidents' Organization)
Member
YPO Kazakhstan is a local chapter of Young Presidents' Organization, a global network of young business leaders. It fosters peer-to-peer networking and leadership development among Kazakhstan's business executives and entrepreneurs.
 

Awards & Recognition

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Knight of the Order of Kurmet
Recipient
2018
The Order of Kurmet is a prestigious Kazakhstani state award presented to its citizens for exceptional contributions to the country's development, particularly in the fields of economics, science, social issues, culture, and education.
 

Galimzhan’s Education

The University of Chicago | Booth School of Business
Master of Business Administration, MBA
2015 - 2019
KAZGUU (Kazakh Humanitarian Law University)
Bachelor of Laws, LLB
2015 - 2017