New Appointments at Kesarev
September 25, 2026
September 25, 2026
The development of Kesarev is closely linked to the professional growth of our colleagues. We are pleased to announce a number of new appointments, reflecting their contribution to supporting our clients and the continued development of the firm.
Anastasia Bekhtereva has been appointed Chief Operating Officer / COO. Anastasia will be responsible for implementing Kesarev’s development priorities and further enhancing the firm’s operating model, with a focus on planning and effective resource allocation, talent management and internal infrastructure, while continuing to oversee business development and marketing.
Ivan Dmitriev has been appointed Senior Counsel. Ivan’s priorities will include coordinating complex FMCG and cross-industry projects involving systemic, crisis and special support, as well as continually fostering the collaborative talent growth environment across the firm.
Diana Chuprova, Alexander Khlopov and Elizaveta Luizidis have been appointed Senior Advisors.
Congratulations to our colleagues, and best wishes for success in their new roles.
Anastasia Bekhtereva has been appointed Chief Operating Officer / COO. Anastasia will be responsible for implementing Kesarev’s development priorities and further enhancing the firm’s operating model, with a focus on planning and effective resource allocation, talent management and internal infrastructure, while continuing to oversee business development and marketing.
Ivan Dmitriev has been appointed Senior Counsel. Ivan’s priorities will include coordinating complex FMCG and cross-industry projects involving systemic, crisis and special support, as well as continually fostering the collaborative talent growth environment across the firm.
Diana Chuprova, Alexander Khlopov and Elizaveta Luizidis have been appointed Senior Advisors.
- Diana will continue building systems for monitoring and managing political and regulatory risks in Russia and across the EAEU for companies in the FMCG, healthcare, industrial and agricultural sectors. She will also focus on crisis management and protecting corporate reputation in the public and regulatory arena.
- Alexander will focus on the FMCG, e-commerce, building materials, medical devices and equipment sectors, as well as GR support for M&A transactions and matters related to counter-sanctions regulation, including obtaining approvals for dividend payments.
- Elizaveta will continue advising clients in the FMCG, industrial and financial services sectors on political and regulatory risk management, while also focusing on supporting clients in M&A transactions and anti-crisis projects requiring full-fledged assessment of risks and strategic guidance.
Congratulations to our colleagues, and best wishes for success in their new roles.