Meet Alexander Uvarov, the Director of Investor and Shareholders Relations at Platiza, a leading Russian online microfinance organization. With extensive experience in the sphere of investor relations and corporate finance, Alexander is responsible for the launch of new investment products for clients of investment holding 'Finam', interaction with existing and potential shareholders, attracting debt financing, M&A, and strategic communications. Prior to his current role, Alexander spent over 1.5 years heading Investor Relations at Volga-Dnepr Group, and has held various positions in prominent financial institutions such as Moscow Credit Bank and RJD. With a Bachelor's Degree in Mathematical Methods in Economics and Risk Analysis from the Finance Academy under the Government of the Russian Federation and a specialist qualification in Investor Relations from the Institute of Stock Market and Management, Alexander brings to the table a wealth of knowledge and experience in the financial sphere.