Шерзод Исмаилов

Sherzod Ismailov is an international consultant and advisor specializing in international investments, fund structuring, and the implementation of complex cross-border projects. He has a proven track record of promoting strategic economic development initiatives, attracting foreign capital, and forging strategic business partnerships for the Republic of Uzbekistan and the broader Central Asian region.

With 15+ years in high-level government roles, he combines deep knowledge of political frameworks and regulatory environments with hands-on experience in diplomacy, trade, and investment management. He advises multinational corporations, investment funds, and development institutions on market entry, risk mitigation, and project execution.

Career:

• 2024 – Present: International Consultant & Advisor — investments, fund structuring, PPP, and market entry
• 2023 – 2024: Investment Manager, Ministry of Investments, Industry & Trade of Uzbekistan — managed a portfolio of strategic projects
• 2022 – 2023: Deputy Governor (Hokim), Khorezm Region — led regional investment and industrial policy; achieved significant YoY growth in investments
• 2018 – 2022: Advisor for Trade & Economic Affairs, Embassy of Uzbekistan in Indonesia — facilitated bilateral trade agreements totaling over USD 1 billion between ASEAN entities and Uzbekistan
• 2013 – 2018: Senior roles in regional economic development and tourism administration, Khorezm Region

Key achievements

• Successful attraction of major FDI and formation of strategic partnerships in priority sectors
• Design and implementation of PPP and large-scale infrastructure initiatives with international institutions
• Comprehensive regulatory analysis and risk management for cross-border projects

Languages:

Uzbek – Russian – English – Polish – Indonesian