In 1976 graduated from Lomonosov Moscow State University with a degree in physics. In 1976 - 1977 worked at Lebedev Physics Institute (FIAN). In 1977 - 1981 - in the UN Office in Geneva, in 1981 - 1988 - in Licensintorg, in 1989 - 1990 - in Morsviazsputnik (Inmarsat signatory). From 1991 to 1997, engaged himself in entrepreneurial activities in the field of telecommunications (as the founder and General Director of Belcom). From 1998 to 2003 worked in the USA - initially for Iridium and then - for IMC. In 2003 - 2015 created and led an international network of 7 MVNOs . In 2016 - 2021 worked for the French company "Actility" . Since December 2021 - Regional Director of Insight Terra