Timur Tillyaev

Timur’s Biography

Timur Tillyaev is an entrepreneur, philanthropist and international investor. He is the Co-Founder of the You Are Not Alone Foundation as well as the Founder of Abu Saxiy, one of the most successful commercial markets in Uzbekistan. Timur divides his time between the United States, Switzerland and France.

The businessman and sustainable investor’s diverse industry expertise spans multiple sectors, including real estate, renewable energy and health tech. He writes extensively about long-term sustainability goals and energy, sharing his expertise with international publications.

In 2006, Timur conceived Abu Saxiy, which soon grew from a lot holding 680 empty shipping containers to a vibrant wholesale market that has become a key part of Tashkent’s economy. Abu Saxiy houses almost 3,000 stalls, employing close to 5,000 people. He sold the commercial centre in 2017.

A dedicated philanthropist, Timur helped launch the You Are Not Alone Foundation alongside his wife, Lola Tillyaeva (Till), in 2002. The charity provides underprivileged children in Uzbekistan with education, healthcare... Timur Tillyaev is an entrepreneur, philanthropist and international investor. He is the Co-Founder of the You Are Not Alone Foundation as well as the Founder of Abu Saxiy, one of the most successful commercial markets in Uzbekistan. Timur divides his time between the United States, Switzerland and France.

The businessman and sustainable investor’s diverse industry expertise spans multiple sectors, including real estate, renewable energy and health tech. He writes extensively about long-term sustainability goals and energy, sharing his expertise with international publications.

In 2006, Timur conceived Abu Saxiy, which soon grew from a lot holding 680 empty shipping containers to a vibrant wholesale market that has become a key part of Tashkent’s economy. Abu Saxiy houses almost 3,000 stalls, employing close to 5,000 people. He sold the commercial centre in 2017.

A dedicated philanthropist, Timur helped launch the You Are Not Alone Foundation alongside his wife, Lola Tillyaeva (Till), in 2002. The charity provides underprivileged children in Uzbekistan with education, healthcare and homes. Under its direction, numerous orphanages have been built and renovated and it has brought leading medical experts to the country.

Timur sits on the Board of the UCLA Mattel Children’s Hospital and helped establish the National Centre for the Social Adaptation of Children in Uzbekistan, a charity which offers medical and educational support to disabled children.

Branching out into film in 2017, Timur and Lola produced the award-winning documentary film ‘The Man Who Unlocked the Universe’ which explores the life of former Uzbek ruler and astronomer Ulugh Beg.

Timur graduated from Midland University in Nebraska with a degree in Business Administration and Management. more less

Timur’s Newsfeed

Modern Diplomacy

A harmonised long-term strategy must be Europe’s response to the energy crisis

This op-ed piece by Timur Tillyaev sets out the reasons why European countries need to work together to prevent energy crises in the future.

Timur’s Background

Abu Saxiy

Founder

2006 - 2017

Tashkent, UZ

Abu Saxiy is the largest commercial and wholesale market in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, and an important part of the city's economy. Timur sold the business in 2017.

Sustainable Investor

Timur is passionate about investing in companies that strive to have a positive impact on the world. He is frequently quoted in the press, advocating for action to address the climate problem and increase awareness of climate change.

Other Business Interests

The Man Who Unlocked the Universe

Executive Producer

2017 - Present

Timur produced the award-winning documentary film 'The Man Who Unlocked the Universe' in 2017. Renowned 15th-century Uzbek leader and astronomer Ulugh Beg serves as the film's subject.

Current Board Positions

UCLA Mattel Children’s Hospital

Board Member

Jan 2020 - Present

Los Angeles, CA, USA

UCLA Mattel Children's Hospital is a top paediatric acute care children's hospital based in Los Angeles, California. Patients aged 0 to 21 are served by the hospital's comprehensive paediatric services and specialists.

Philanthropy

You Are Not Alone Foundation

Co-Founder

2002 - Present

Tashkent, UZ

Lola Tillyaeva and Timur Tillyaev formed the You Are Not Alone Foundation to help vulnerable children in Uzbekistan. The foundation aims to improve their lives and futures by providing a supportive and compassionate environment, rounded education, medical care and psychological help.

La Chaîne de l’Espoir (Chain of Hope)

Partner

Paris, FR

La Chaîne de l'Espoir is a non-profit institution established in 1994. Its objective is to enhance health-care systems so that everyone has an equal chance to survival and growth.

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Media

How Nuclear Energy Can Shape Sustainable Energy in Europe

Quoted

Jun 2022

Miami, FL, USA

Timur is quoted in this article by Sustainable Review regarding his thoughts on nuclear power.

Energy crisis breakthrough as ‘overlooked solution’ could end Europe's reliance on Russia

Quoted

May 2022

London, UK

In this article by Express, Timur argues that nuclear power is an overlooked solution that could help Europe’s energy transition.

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Publications

EU decision to label nuclear ‘green’ is key to energy transition and autonomy

Author

Jul 2022

Brussels, BE

Timur examines the recent European Parliament vote to include nuclear in a list of green investments.

How Regulation Can Help Prevent Crypto Crashes

Author

Jul 2022

New York, NY, USA

According to Timur, there should be an effective global regulatory framework that makes investing in cryptocurrencies safer.

Is nuclear the overlooked solution for Europe’s energy woes?

Author

May 2022

Brussels, BE

Germany accelerated preparations to shut down all of its nuclear facilities in the wake of the Fukushima tragedy in 2011. Such choices ought to be reviewed in light of the energy crisis, writes Timur for Euractiv.

Energy transition is a global challenge that needs an urgent global response

Author

Jan 2022

Brussels, BE

Timur explains that developing affordable and practical alternatives should be the priority now as the world faces an urgent energy transition.

Europe’s winter of discontent: The cost of sluggish energy transition

Author

Oct 2021

Brussels, BE

In this opinion piece Timur discusses the reasons behind the rise in energy prices, what governments can do to combat this, sustainable energy, and whether nuclear energy still has a place in the modern world.