Who stands behind strong teams: leading HR specialists of Kyrgyzstan

Meerim Salimova
Chief People Officer at the investment fund Central Asia Capital, where she is responsible for transforming HR functions, developing corporate culture, and organizational processes. A finalist and jury member of international HR awards, she is involved in public and charitable initiatives, actively engages in professional activities, speaks at forums, and develops the HR community in Kyrgyzstan. 

Kaira Ogombaeva
HR Director at MBANK. Under her leadership, MPeople—a mobile application for motivation and learning—was launched. In 2024, MBANK was recognized as the best employer in Central Asia. Additionally, she builds systems for HR performance metrics and analytics.

Aisuluu Oktjabrina
HR Director at Bakai Bank with over 10 years of experience in international and technology companies, including Huawei, Skyeng, and VEON. She led the HR department at Mıstaçoğlu Holding, developing personnel policies, talent management, and corporate culture. She participates in HR communities and international meetings, supporting knowledge exchange and the development of the professional HR sector in Kyrgyzstan.

Altynai Kudabaeva
Chief People Officer at Beeline Kyrgyzstan with over 15 years of experience in telecommunications, banking, and consulting. She built her career from manager to Chief People Officer, developing strategies in HR, cultural transformation, digitalization, and employer branding. 

Aizirek Urmatbek kyzy
HR Business Partner at Lalafo, a C2C marketplace with AI solutions. She has experience in personnel management, sales, and marketing, having previously held positions at IT Academy, IT-RUN, and AIESEC in Kyrgyzstan. 

Aichurek Nuralieva
HR Director at Coca-Cola Icecek Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan with over 10 years of experience. She develops leaders within the company, launches training programs, coaching, and retention strategies. She leads career growth projects and implements employee engagement assessment tools.

Erkina Sarbasheva
Head of the HR Department at the mobile operator “O!” with over seven years of experience in the company, where she is responsible for strategic personnel management, organizational development, and corporate culture. Previously, she worked as an expert at UNDP, Grant Thornton, and other international projects, dealing with HR, supply chain, and compensation issues.

Samat Niiazbekov
Head of the Personnel Management Department at “Bank Companion.” He develops the HR community in the region: he speaks at events, participates in environmental initiatives, and promotes sustainable development ideas. He has experience in large companies and specializes in personnel management strategies, organizational psychology, and corporate culture.