CO-CEO
Zijin RG Gold
Marat Shaimardanov has over 15 years of experience in corporate finance, investments, M&A transactions, and project management across Kazakhstan, Russia, and Kyrgyzstan. His professional background spans key industries, including mining, construction, and industrial sectors, with involvement in international projects.
From 2024 to 2025, he served as Deputy CEO – Chief Financial Officer of RG Gold, where he was responsible for implementing the company’s financial, digital, and procurement strategies. He currently holds the position of Co-Chief Executive Officer.
Earlier at RG Gold, Marat served as Chief Financial Officer (2021–2024) and was a member of the Executive and Technical Committees (2018–2021), contributing to the company’s strategic development and the attraction of investments for the construction of a gold processing plant.
Prior to joining RG Gold, Marat spent nearly nine years at Verny Capital, where he progressed from Senior Analyst to Executive Director, overseeing major projects with international investors.
He began his career at PetroKazakhstan, Investment Fund of Kazakhstan, Ernst & Young, TNK‑BP, and the South Kyrgyz Cement Plant, where he held analytical and leadership roles and also served on the board of directors.
RG Gold’s journey: from exploration to international scale
RG Gold’s development reflects the full lifecycle of a mining company — from the exploration stage to a modern gold producer with international ambitions.
The company began with extensive exploration work, confirming resource potential and establishing a solid mineral resource base. The next phase focused on infrastructure development and the construction of a gold processing plant, enabling the transition from pilot operations to stable industrial production.
In October 2025, the company was acquired by Zijin Gold International Co., Ltd., a subsidiary of one of the world’s leading mining corporations, Zijin Mining Group. Through strategic investments, improved operational efficiency, and the adoption of modern technologies, RG Gold has strengthened its production capacity and governance standards. Today, the company is expanding partnerships and reinforcing its position as it gradually moves onto the international stage.
