Pages: 200 ISBN: 978-601-06-7913-9 About the Author: A leading figure in media, telecommunications, and development, the author owns TV channels MuzzOne and NBT (Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan), holds stakes in Forbes Kazakhstan and Forbes Georgia, Jet Airlines, telecom company ICON, and several real estate projects. In spring 2018, he also launched Business FM radio. He is a member of the Kazakhstan chapter of YPO, Chairman of the Kazakhstan Media Alliance, serves on the Board of Trustees of the Asyl Miras Foundation, and participates in the educational project IQanat.
About the Book: This is more than just a book—it’s the story of how Forbes became the leading business voice in Kazakhstan, giving readers an insider look at the country’s economic landscape. Learn how the magazine was founded, what happens behind the scenes, and how a business editorial team operates day to day. The author reveals the secrets of business journalism in Kazakhstan, including the challenges journalists face: deciding who should appear on the first cover, compiling the initial rankings, and navigating legal pressures. Published to celebrate the magazine’s first anniversary, this book is relevant not only for entrepreneurs but also for media professionals. Follow the key milestones in Forbes Kazakhstan’s journey and discover why it continues to be influential in a fast-changing world.