How an Oxford graduate created the most expensive lounge bars in the world
How an Oxford graduate created the most expensive lounge bars in the world
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A story of how ambition, education, and out-of-the-box thinking create the business of the future. The first video interview with Andrey Ryzhov for Vakhtang Tuzhba, founder of the Exitech investor syndicate.
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How an Oxford graduate created the most expensive lounge bars in the world
The interview with the founder of Timeless is not just a success story, but an honest account of battling inner demons, losses, and overcoming challenges. Andrey Ryzhov shares how a personal crisis became the foundation for building a brand associated with impeccable quality, aesthetics, and a “timeless” atmosphere.
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