Ilya Balashov is a seasoned investment professional with a wealth of experience in financial services and investment banking. Currently, he is responsible for managing the Perm Regional VC Fund, where he assists in executing M&A deals. Ilya has a deep understanding of capital markets and alternative investments, including private equity and venture capital. He has also gained extensive knowledge of the IPO process, making him an asset to any financial institution. His specialty lies in private equity, venture capital, and real estate. Ilya has successfully managed closing funds in Russia, including VC and Real Estate Investment Trust(s). He is skilled in deal generation, due diligence, corporate finance, financial modeling, business valuation, buyout, turnaround, portfolio management, and trade and IPO exits.

Ilya received an education in pharmacy from the First Moscow State Medical University named after I.M. Sechenov and studied at Academy of National Economy under the Government of the Russian Federation. Before his current position, he worked as a Director of Venture Capital Funds at Allianz Investments, a Project Manager at Asset Management at ROSNO, the Head of Regional Department at Instar Logistics, and a Regional Coordinator at Suramed.

Overall, Ilya's professional career and background make him an investment guru, with a unique set of skills and knowledge that can help businesses succeed in navigating the investment world.