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About Igor
Igor Makarov, philanthropist and enterpreneur, was born in 1962 in Ashgabat, Turkmenistan. Mr. Makarov has accomplished professional and athletic successes. His life has been the culmination of pure determination, strength of spirit, and unwavering dedication.
With an equal interest in education and sports, Igor Makarov graduated from Turkmen State University in 1983 and competed as a world-class cyclist from 1979 to 1986.
With his many triumphs, and his need to continue challenging himself physically and professionally, Igor Makarov has made himself the epitome of a successful international businessman and philanthropist.
Mr. Makarov is a Cyprus national and tax resident.
PHILANTHROPIST
Igor Makarov’s long-term sponsorships of various international charities, foundations and social and environmental projects were awarded UNESCO gold certificates and a gold medal.
Just to name a few of the latest charity projects:
CLINIC FOR AUTISTIC ADULTS
Igor Makarov donates funds to open clinic for autistic adults in Mount Sinai, Miami
JOE DIMAGGIO CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL
The 11th annual ANF Group Tour de Broward, presented by the Makarov Foundation, topped $700,000 for the Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital
THE HUBLOT BEST BUDDIES CHALLENGE: MIAMI
A 70-mile cycling event to support Best Buddies International’s mission
PARK CONSTRUCTION
Igor Makarov donates funds to construct park in Limassol, Cyprus
RENOWNED CYCLIST AND BUSINESSMAN
Former Pro-Cyclist
Igor Makarov was a member of the USSR national cycling team and a winner of many national and international championships
Katusha Team
Igor Makarov founded and was the main sponsor of professional cycling team KATUSHA, which successfully performed on the World Tour (2009-2019)
Businessman
Igor Makarov is the founder of ARETI International Group, which is focused on investments in various sectors of economy worldwide