Bilim Group Team
Founder of Bilim Group, Chairman of the Supervisory Board
Founder of Bilim Group,
Chairman of the Supervisory Board
Chairman of the Supervisory Board
Founder of Bilim Group, the largest EdTech company in Kazakhstan. Holder of degrees in International Relations and Strategic Management. A former Academic Fellow at Harvard University.
Since 2011, he has been developing projects in digital education and the promotion of the Kazakh language. He founded the WikiBilim Foundation and received the international Wikimedian of the Year award for his contributions to the development of the Kazakh Wikipedia. In partnership with Google, he initiated and led the effort to add the Kazakh language to Google Translate.
Under his leadership, Bilim Group has grown into an ecosystem of more than 15 digital products with millions of users. He oversaw the creation of platforms such as iMektep, Kitap.kz, Twig-Bilim, BilimLand, iTest, OnlineMektep, BilimUstaz, BilimKids, BilimCenter, and other digital solutions for schools and teachers.
Since 2022, Bilim Group has partnered with Coursera, enabling more than one hundred thousand university students in Kazakhstan to study the best courses from the world’s leading universities. In 2025, Bilim Group became a partner of OpenAI, providing Kazakh teachers with access to the ChatGPT Edu service.
In addition, Rauan Kenzhekhanuly initiated the creation of the National Translation Bureau foundation and the implementation of the national project “100 New Textbooks,” as well as the development of the first Kazakh–English dictionary, the Oxford Qazaq Dictionary, in partnership with Oxford University Press.
Since 2011, he has been developing projects in digital education and the promotion of the Kazakh language. He founded the WikiBilim Foundation and received the international Wikimedian of the Year award for his contributions to the development of the Kazakh Wikipedia. In partnership with Google, he initiated and led the effort to add the Kazakh language to Google Translate.
Under his leadership, Bilim Group has grown into an ecosystem of more than 15 digital products with millions of users. He oversaw the creation of platforms such as iMektep, Kitap.kz, Twig-Bilim, BilimLand, iTest, OnlineMektep, BilimUstaz, BilimKids, BilimCenter, and other digital solutions for schools and teachers.
Since 2022, Bilim Group has partnered with Coursera, enabling more than one hundred thousand university students in Kazakhstan to study the best courses from the world’s leading universities. In 2025, Bilim Group became a partner of OpenAI, providing Kazakh teachers with access to the ChatGPT Edu service.
In addition, Rauan Kenzhekhanuly initiated the creation of the National Translation Bureau foundation and the implementation of the national project “100 New Textbooks,” as well as the development of the first Kazakh–English dictionary, the Oxford Qazaq Dictionary, in partnership with Oxford University Press.
Rauan Kenzhekhanuly
CEO and Co-Founder of Bilim Group
Expert in educational technologies and a key contributor to Bilim Group since 2013. Graduate of Satbayev University, with a degree in Computer Science; started as Web Developer, progressed to CTO, then CPO, and became CEO in 2025.
Alexandr was at the forefront of creating the company’s first products: iTest, BilimLand, Kitap.kz, iMektep, and Twig-Bilim. He was leading their initial development and subsequent scaling — today, these services are used by millions of students and teachers.
At various times, he headed the group’s technology divisions, including the development of the SmartNation IT platform, which automates government services and administrative processes in education.
During the pandemic, he initiated the creation of the OnlineMektep platform in collaboration with Nazarbayev Intellectual Schools (NIS), ensuring schools across the country could transition to distance learning.
Under his leadership, the development of the BilimClass digital gradebook was resumed, which now operates in 12 regions, serving 350,000 teachers and 2.5 million students.
Alexandr was at the forefront of creating the company’s first products: iTest, BilimLand, Kitap.kz, iMektep, and Twig-Bilim. He was leading their initial development and subsequent scaling — today, these services are used by millions of students and teachers.
At various times, he headed the group’s technology divisions, including the development of the SmartNation IT platform, which automates government services and administrative processes in education.
During the pandemic, he initiated the creation of the OnlineMektep platform in collaboration with Nazarbayev Intellectual Schools (NIS), ensuring schools across the country could transition to distance learning.
Under his leadership, the development of the BilimClass digital gradebook was resumed, which now operates in 12 regions, serving 350,000 teachers and 2.5 million students.
Alexandr Savchenko
President of the Bilim Foundation
Candidate of Legal Sciences with extensive experience in teaching, research, and legal expertise on draft legislation (2000–2016) at the Institute of State and Law, Al-Farabi Kazakh National University. President of the Bilim Foundation since February 2017, leading key social initiatives.
The social initiatives include the prevention of youth suicide and the promotion of mental health; the educational program “Zharkyn Bolashak”; the BF Line free psychological support hotline; and projects aimed at modernizing and improving the quality of education in rural schools.
The social initiatives include the prevention of youth suicide and the promotion of mental health; the educational program “Zharkyn Bolashak”; the BF Line free psychological support hotline; and projects aimed at modernizing and improving the quality of education in rural schools.
Yerlan Aitmukhambet
Head of Public Relations
Expert with 10+ years of experience in communications and marketing, providing consultations for companies and startups in education, IT, and healthcare. Responsible for external communications, media relations, partnerships, and strategic PR across all group companies.
Over the years, she has led PR functions at the Bureau of Continuing Professional Education of the Astana International Financial Centre (AIFC) and at educational organizations of the international “Bilim–Innovation” Foundation (Ustaz Pro, Qundylyq).
As a PR manager, she participated in the public information campaign explaining the OSHI reforms at the Social Health Insurance Fund. Additionally, she worked on promoting startups and IT companies as part of the Astana Hub team.
Over the years, she has led PR functions at the Bureau of Continuing Professional Education of the Astana International Financial Centre (AIFC) and at educational organizations of the international “Bilim–Innovation” Foundation (Ustaz Pro, Qundylyq).
As a PR manager, she participated in the public information campaign explaining the OSHI reforms at the Social Health Insurance Fund. Additionally, she worked on promoting startups and IT companies as part of the Astana Hub team.
Assem Berik
Head of Government Relations
Holder of a Master of Laws degree and a higher education degree in Economics. Joined Bilim Group in May 2025. Responsible for strategic engagement with government authorities and educational institutions.
Rauan’s scope of responsibility includes developing partnerships with central and regional government bodies, overseeing key projects of the group of companies, analyzing and monitoring the regulatory and legal environment, and building transparent and trust-based communication between the government and Bilim Group.
Rauan’s scope of responsibility includes developing partnerships with central and regional government bodies, overseeing key projects of the group of companies, analyzing and monitoring the regulatory and legal environment, and building transparent and trust-based communication between the government and Bilim Group.
Rauan Rymbek
HR Director
A Master of Social Sciences with 15 years of experience in human resources, complemented by additional education in coaching (ICF), career guidance, career and psychological counseling, SHL, DISC, and AI HR.
Raushan joined Bilim Group in April 2025, where she leads the People Team and is also responsible for developing and implementing the HR strategy, managing key HR processes, strengthening the leadership team, fostering corporate culture and internal communications, and contributing to organizational change initiatives.
Raushan joined Bilim Group in April 2025, where she leads the People Team and is also responsible for developing and implementing the HR strategy, managing key HR processes, strengthening the leadership team, fostering corporate culture and internal communications, and contributing to organizational change initiatives.
Raushan Zhakupova
Chief Operating Officer
A graduate of the Kazakh-British Technical University (Bachelor’s degree) and the University of Bristol, UK (Master’s degree). Manshuk has over 10 years of experience in management, finance, and business transformation.
Previously, she held the position of CEO at a fintech company, where she was responsible for comprehensive transformation, the design and improvement of business processes, and the development and implementation of the company’s mid-term strategy. She also has prior experience in private equity, focusing on investment analysis, deal structuring, and portfolio company support. In addition, Manshuk has worked at a Big Four firm in the Deals Advisory practice.
She joined Bilim Group in July 2025. As Chief Operating Officer, she is responsible for leading the company’s transition from a startup model to corporate governance, including the implementation of systematic operational management, automation, and the improvement of operational efficiency.
Previously, she held the position of CEO at a fintech company, where she was responsible for comprehensive transformation, the design and improvement of business processes, and the development and implementation of the company’s mid-term strategy. She also has prior experience in private equity, focusing on investment analysis, deal structuring, and portfolio company support. In addition, Manshuk has worked at a Big Four firm in the Deals Advisory practice.
She joined Bilim Group in July 2025. As Chief Operating Officer, she is responsible for leading the company’s transition from a startup model to corporate governance, including the implementation of systematic operational management, automation, and the improvement of operational efficiency.
Manshuk Kurmanbayeva
Chief Financial Officer
Graduate of the Kazakh-British Technical University and the University of London with degrees in Economics and Business and Finance. He has over 10 years of experience in finance, investment analysis, and strategic planning, including work on major corporate and investment projects.
Over the years, he has held senior and managerial roles—including director-level and department head positions—in investment analysis, budgeting, M&A, and project portfolio management, contributing to business transformation and scale-up initiatives.
Since 2022, Kuanysh has been part of the Bilim Group team. As Chief Financial Officer, he oversees the development of financial and managerial processes aimed at sustainable growth, financial discipline, and long-term value creation for the company and its stakeholders.
Over the years, he has held senior and managerial roles—including director-level and department head positions—in investment analysis, budgeting, M&A, and project portfolio management, contributing to business transformation and scale-up initiatives.
Since 2022, Kuanysh has been part of the Bilim Group team. As Chief Financial Officer, he oversees the development of financial and managerial processes aimed at sustainable growth, financial discipline, and long-term value creation for the company and its stakeholders.
Kuanysh Khairullayev
Head of SmartNation
Specialist at the intersection of technology, management, and system analytics, with a background in Accounting and Auditing and International Economics. Joined Bilim Group in 2018 as Project Manager during the founding stage of SmartNation.
Under his leadership, the system became one of the leading solutions in the education automation market and was scaled across 16 regions and three cities of regional significance.
Under his leadership, the system became one of the leading solutions in the education automation market and was scaled across 16 regions and three cities of regional significance.
Yermek Kamenov
Head of OQU
Graduate of E. Buketov Karaganda University with 15 years of experience in the education sector, including teaching and leadership roles within government bodies. Joined Bilim Group in 2024 as Head of Government Relations; contributed to the implementation of the BilimClass platform in schools across Kazakhstan.
Currently, Nazir is working on the implementation of a new large-scale project in collaboration with Bilim Group’s partners, where he applies his educational, managerial, and technical expertise.
Currently, Nazir is working on the implementation of a new large-scale project in collaboration with Bilim Group’s partners, where he applies his educational, managerial, and technical expertise.
Nazir Zhashibekov
Lead Product Manager, BilimClass
Graduate of Narxoz University, with a degree in Accounting and Auditing; holds a Bachelor’s in Economics and Business. Joined Bilim Group in 2019, contributing to the development and editing of educational video content.
In 2021, he transitioned to a product role, focusing on the development of the OnlineMektep platform. In 2022, he became a Product Manager, and in 2025, he was promoted to Lead Product Manager of the BilimClass electronic diary and gradebook.
Farkhat is fully responsible for the product: he shapes its strategy, sets priorities for functional development, monitors key metrics, and ensures the quality of the service in schools. Additionally, he leads several cross-functional teams working on development, analytics, and implementation of BilimClass.
In 2021, he transitioned to a product role, focusing on the development of the OnlineMektep platform. In 2022, he became a Product Manager, and in 2025, he was promoted to Lead Product Manager of the BilimClass electronic diary and gradebook.
Farkhat is fully responsible for the product: he shapes its strategy, sets priorities for functional development, monitors key metrics, and ensures the quality of the service in schools. Additionally, he leads several cross-functional teams working on development, analytics, and implementation of BilimClass.
Farkhat Ussen
Head of BilimKids
Product Manager with 12+ years of experience in EdTech and digital content, including 6+ years as Head of the BilimKids project. Joined Bilim Group in 2013, progressing from Flash Animator and Motion Designer to Product Manager, later leading content direction and transitioning into a product role.
As Head of BilimKids, Nazymbek is responsible for the full product development cycle, coordinates collaboration with internal and external teams on integrations, oversees implementation timelines, conducts demos, and participates in the implementation of a CRM system.
As Head of BilimKids, Nazymbek is responsible for the full product development cycle, coordinates collaboration with internal and external teams on integrations, oversees implementation timelines, conducts demos, and participates in the implementation of a CRM system.
Nazymbek Shardarbekov
Head of BilimLand Ecosystem
IT and EdTech specialist with experience managing international IT projects and expertise in user-centered solutions. Product Owner at Bilim Group since March 2025, overseeing BilimLand, OnlineMektep, BilimCenter, BilimUstaz, Kitap.kz, iTest, iMektep, and Twig-Bilim.
Alexander is fully responsible for a large group of products: in particular, he organizes team operations, carries out strategic planning, oversees day-to-day management, handles budgeting processes, and works on process optimization.
He monitors key metrics, prioritizes work directions, supports product development processes, and coordinates collaboration with internal and external teams.
Alexander is fully responsible for a large group of products: in particular, he organizes team operations, carries out strategic planning, oversees day-to-day management, handles budgeting processes, and works on process optimization.
He monitors key metrics, prioritizes work directions, supports product development processes, and coordinates collaboration with internal and external teams.
Alexander Gudov
Director of BilimUpSkill
Graduate of Zhambyl Pedagogical Institute (now M. Kh. Dulaty Taraz Regional University), degree in Teaching Russian Language and Literature. Holder of PhD in Philology. Associate Professor of Literary Studies. Researcher and expert in education, EdTech, and education policy. Author of 38 scholarly publications.
She joined Bilim Group in 2023 as Academic Director of BilimUpSkill. In collaboration with the Ministry of Science and Higher Education, Alima developed guidelines for recognizing Coursera online courses as part of university curriculum.
Additionally, Alima Khazhetovna led the methodological support for the creation of mass online courses based on worldwide samples and coordinated competency-based professional training for companies.
In 2025, she became Director of BilimUpSkill, where she now oversees not only the academic direction, but also manages the project’s financial aspects and planning-related matters.
She joined Bilim Group in 2023 as Academic Director of BilimUpSkill. In collaboration with the Ministry of Science and Higher Education, Alima developed guidelines for recognizing Coursera online courses as part of university curriculum.
Additionally, Alima Khazhetovna led the methodological support for the creation of mass online courses based on worldwide samples and coordinated competency-based professional training for companies.
In 2025, she became Director of BilimUpSkill, where she now oversees not only the academic direction, but also manages the project’s financial aspects and planning-related matters.
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