WHO WE ARE
People who work every day to provide the best service and to
make our members happy
make our members happy
- Anastasia BelyakCo-founderAnastasia is a true global citizen, having been educated at Lomonosov Moscow State University graduating with degrees in History of Art and Law before moving to London. Pursuing her passion for cultural beauty, she then completed an MA in Fine & Decorative Art and Design at Sotheby's Institute of Art. Simultaneously, Anastasia founded an international beauty chain, Brow Bar with outposts in Moscow, Monaco, London, Baku and Astana. Inspired on one hand by one of Plato's many philosophies, but also identifying the opportunity for a highly curated global members' circle of this kind, Anastasia and Kamilia founded AKADEMY in 2020.
- Kamilia ShaimievaCo-founderKamilia is a discerning global citizen having studied International Economics at Moscow State Institute of International Relations before completing an MBA at Chicago Business School in the US. She has since worked with a number of leading international conglomerates including JSFC Sistema and maintains a thriving cross-Atlantic network of mentors and advisors. Kamilia's vast corporate background and business expertise complements Anastasia's cultural eye and connections ensuring together AKADEMY paves the way for today's evolving and diverse Intelligentsia.
The Akademy guides, educates and connects the worlds leading thinkers and innovators within a global elite community
About AKADEMY
AKADEMY is the Intellectual Members' Circle uniting those who seek personal betterment through the power of education. The platform champions the world’s academics, creatives, thought and business leaders in a calendar of curated events and exceptional lectures in a wide range of disciplines from art to science, tech to nature, fashion to wellness, politics to philosophy. This rich programming championing unparalleled-access fuels the community’s thirst to enrich their worlds and evolve their wisdom, nourishing the minds of today’s Intelligentsia.
In 2023 Akademy international presence has expanded to such vibrant cities as Dubai and Miami.
In 2023 Akademy international presence has expanded to such vibrant cities as Dubai and Miami.
The AKADEMY ethos is one that reflects theories that date back over 2000 years.
Like Plato, whose philosophy of four big ideas encouraged personal fulfillment and betterment, AKADEMY mirrors this singular vision structuring itself around four similar core brand pillars.
Like Plato, whose philosophy of four big ideas encouraged personal fulfillment and betterment, AKADEMY mirrors this singular vision structuring itself around four similar core brand pillars.
NURTURING A DISCERNING COMMUNITY
AKADEMY is steadfast in its mission to build a community of members who not only learn through a rich programme of exceptional lectures and intimate events, but also support, encourage and learn from one another. It is an intellectually evolved circle built on conversations, debate, continued dialogue and critical thinking.
SEEKING PERSONAL BETTERMENT
AKADEMY encourages its community of members to develop profound reflection, harness their wisdom and evolve their connections and appreciation of others. To learn to overcome common beliefs. To challenge and surprise oneself. To understand that learning is limitless, at every stage of life.
CHAMPIONING DIVERSE INTELLECT
AKADEMY strives to work with the world's leading academics, creatives, thought and business leaders in a wide range of disciplines. These powerful figures encourage thought-provoking discoveries for AKADEMY members, enriching their worlds and evolving their wisdom.
EMPOWERING TODAY'S INTELLIGENTSIA
AKADEMY brings to light the renaissance of education, revealing new role models in society, whether it be the members themselves or the diverse world leaders it works with. Together, the private members' circle paves the way for today's evolving Intelligentsia.
