Medgat Olzhayev

Medgat Olzhayev is a Political Officer at the U.S. Embassy in Kazakhstan, where he serves as a political and economic advisor. He has over ten years of experience in market research and analysis, with a strong focus on international markets and business practices. His professional background includes establishing business networks across various countries, including Kazakhstan, Turkey, China, the U.A.E., Italy, Russia, and Ukraine.1

Education and Qualifications

Olzhayev holds a Bachelor’s degree in International Economic Relations from Abai Kazakh National Pedagogical University and a Master's degree in International Relations from Gazi University, where he wrote a dissertation on the Shanghai Cooperation Organization. He has also completed various certifications, including a Sustainable Business Strategy course from Harvard Business School Online and a Public Administration program at Syracuse University.1

Professional Experience

Before his role at the U.S. Embassy, Olzhayev was a Senior Research Fellow at the Analytical Center for the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan. His areas of expertise include public-private partnerships, foreign investment, export/import consulting, and market research.1

Language Proficiency

He is fluent in multiple languages: Kazakh (native), Russian (native), Turkish (full professional proficiency), and English (full professional proficiency).1

Olzhayev's extensive qualifications and experience make him a significant figure in fostering U.S.-Kazakhstan relations through his work at the embassy.