Artem Zasursky is one of the key strategists of the modern Russian economy, a man whose ideas and management decisions shape the future of Sistema JSFC, the country’s largest investment holding. Born on October 17, 1979, in Moscow, he received a fundamental education at Lomonosov Moscow State University, where he studied social and economic geography and later completed postgraduate studies at the Faculty of Journalism.

Artem Zasursky’s career at Sistema began in 2011 with the position of Development Director at Stream. Even then, he demonstrated a deep understanding of the market, a flexible mindset, and the ability to envision the future. He soon took over the company as CEO and was appointed Vice President of Strategy in 2016. This position was the key point from which Sistema’s active transformation into a sustainable, future-oriented structure began.

As Vice President, Zasursky became the chief architect of the corporation’s ESG strategy. Under his leadership, the holding company introduced responsible investment principles, eliminating “toxic” industries, integrating sustainability standards into the due diligence process, and initiating comprehensive work with portfolio companies on environmental and social performance.

He was also instrumental in adapting the business to the challenges of the pandemic. It was under his leadership that such assets as the Medsi chain of clinics, the Cosmos Hotel Group and the Ozon online platform were modernized. Zasursky managed to build a strategy that combines short-term anti-crisis stability and long-term investment attractiveness.

Artem’s vision goes beyond the standard business approach. He is actively involved in public and professional life. Moreover, he actively shares his knowledge and expertise at professional forums, strategy sessions, and business events. His speeches on sustainable development, business model transformation, and the ESG agenda consistently capture the interest of the business audience, and his practical recommendations serve as a reference point for implementing progressive approaches in corporate governance.

Artem Zasursky is not just a manager, but a visionary whose ability to anticipate economic and social trends helps Sistema to remain one of the most dynamic and responsible investment companies in Russia. His experience and openness to dialogue make him a valuable voice in the expert community, inspiring new leaders in strategic thinking and sustainable development.