Connections. Investments. Strategies.
Italy · CIS · International Business

Connecting businesses between Italy and CIS countries

We build bridges where others see distance — through trusted connections, local knowledge, and strategic insight.

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Italy–CIS market entry
Vetted business connections
Investment facilitation
7+ years of experience
5 languages spoken

What we do

Three pillars of our work

01

Connections

  • Direct access to business owners and decision-makers
  • Connections with distributors and local partners
  • Introduction to relevant institutional stakeholders
  • Building long-term and trusted business relationships
02

Investments

  • Identification of cross-border opportunities
  • Partner alignment and deal structuring
  • Support throughout negotiation and execution
  • Facilitation of Italy–CIS business transactions
03

Strategies

  • Market entry strategy for the Italian market
  • Local business environment and competitor analysis
  • Identification of growth opportunities
  • Clear and actionable expansion roadmap

Each project is approached individually, based on your business goals and market positioning.

Sectors we work with

Retail & Fashion

Clothing, footwear, furniture and interior design

Food & Agriculture

Olive oil, grain and premium Italian food products

Real Estate & Construction

Residential, commercial property and building materials

Hospitality & HoReCa

Hotels, restaurants and tourism infrastructure

Materials & Industry

Marble, aluminium, titanium and industrial metals

Logistics & Supply Chain

Cross-border trade facilitation and distribution networks

Digital & Technology

Online entertainment, mobile platforms and digital marketing

Cosmetics & Beauty

Italian perfumery, skincare and beauty brands

About ItalyCIS

A bridge between two business worlds

We help companies from Kazakhstan, Russia and other CIS countries successfully enter the Italian market and expand their international presence.

Our work is focused on building real connections — from identifying the right partners to opening direct communication with business owners, decision-makers and relevant institutions.

We support companies with market analysis and strategic guidance, helping them navigate the Italian business environment and make informed decisions.

From small and medium-sized businesses to growing enterprises, we facilitate long-term cooperation across sectors — from retail to wholesale and supply chains.

ItalyCIS — Italy and CIS markets
Yernar Omarzhanov

Yernar Omarzhanov

International business development specialist

Born in Kazakhstan and raised in Italy from the age of five, he built his background at the intersection of two markets and cultures.

He graduated from a diplomatic faculty in Italy, specializing in international law and European institutions, and speaks five languages, with Italian as his second native language.

For over 7 years, he has been working in the digital industry, focusing on building international partnerships, helping companies enter new markets and scaling projects to multi-million revenue levels.

His work is centered around connecting businesses, decision-makers and opportunities across borders — turning relationships into real commercial results.

ItalyCIS is built on a personal mission to connect two parts of his identity and create long-term economic bridges between Italy and CIS countries.

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Let's talk about your market expansion

Looking to expand your business to Italy or CIS markets? Get in touch — we'll respond personally and discuss how we can help.