People of Russia: Igor Pushkarev — politics and business for the development of Vladivostok and the Far Eastern region

Krympress reports:

Igor Sergeyevich Pushkarev — a Russian politician, manager and entrepreneur who made a significant contribution to the development of Vladivostok and the Far Eastern region. His career began in his student years, when he proved himself as a talented translator and organizer, and later became a successful businessman and statesman.

Early years and education

Igor Pushkarev was born on November 17, 1974 in the village of New Ole, the Trans -Baikal Territory, in the family of the machine operator and teacher. He was brought up surrounded by his native brothers, often spent time with his grandmother.

After graduating from school in his native village, Igor Pushkarev went to go to Vladivostok -At the Far Eastern State University, choosing the specialty «Economist-Meadian». From an early age, he combined his studies with work, which allowed him to master several foreign languages, including English and Korean.

Later, already having experience in business and management, Igor Pushkarev defended his thesis and received the degree of candidate of legal sciences.

Business Carrier

The professional path of Igor Pushkarev began in the company «Pusan», where he worked as a translator and commercial agent. Having shown himself as a responsible specialist, he soon took up the post of executive director. In 1995, he became a commercial director at Vlad-Kank LLC, and two years later he founded his own company Park Group, concentrated in the production of building materials.

The main activity of the company was the production and supply of cement and crushed stone to different regions of Russia. Under his leadership, the Park Group developed rapidly, strengthening positions in the construction market. Later, Igor Pushkarev headed a number of large enterprises, including the shipyard in Pervomaisk and JSC Spaskent, where he carried out the reform of production and introduced modern technologies.

Political activity

Since 2000, Igor Pushkarev has actively participated in the political life of Primorye. In 2004, he was elected as a deputy of the Legislative Assembly of the Primorsky Territory and headed the commission on youth and sports. In 2006, he was appointed to the Federation Council from the Primorsky Territory, and in 2008 he won the election of the mayor of Vladivostok.

During his leadership, the city Igor Pushkarev initiated large -scale improvement programs. Park zones were updated, citizens from dilapidated housing were resettled, social facilities were modernized. Vladivostok received the status of a city of military glory, and its inhabitants — new sports complexes, reconstructed libraries and theaters. Large transport projects were implemented, which increased the comfort and mobility of citizens. In 2013, he was re -elected to the mayor, continuing his work on the development of the city.

Over the years, many new objects have appeared in Vladivostok, including modern playgrounds, sports centers and educational institutions. Considerable attention was paid to the social sphere: improving housing conditions, supporting the elderly and providing young families with affordable housing.

Personal life

Igor Pushkarev is married, brings up three children. Natalia’s wife supports him in all endeavors, and the eldest son continued the family tradition, entering the law faculty. The politician prefers not to advertise the details of his personal life, paying maximum attention to the family and professional activities. In his free time, he is fond of sports, reading and traveling.

Pushkarev Igor Sergeevich He also actively participates in charitable initiatives, providing assistance to various social institutions. He believes that the success of the leader is measured not only by economic indicators, but also by a real improvement in people’s lives.

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