Early Life
Sergei Eduardovich Gordeev was born on November 22, 1972, in Moscow, Russia. Limited information is available regarding his early life and childhood. He holds a Bachelor of Arts/Science from Togliatti Academy of Management.
Rise to Success
Gordeev's career began in investment banking in the early 1990s. His passion for real estate led him to co-found several property development companies in the late 1990s. A significant turning point was in 2013 when he acquired a 20% stake in PIK Group from billionaire Suleiman Kerimov. He eventually became the controlling shareholder. Gordeev made his fortune by buying shares of industrial companies in Moscow and then converting factories into office complexes.
Key Business Strategies
Gordeev's career is marked by significant achievements in the real estate and construction industries. He founded Rosbuilding in 1995, specializing in repurposing industrial enterprises and construction sites. In 2007, he founded Horus Capital, focusing on office and residential building development. He sold Horus Capital in 2010. From 2014, he served as CEO and Chairman of the Management Board of PIK, leading the company's growth. In 2022 Gordeev resigned as CEO of PIK SZ, the biggest Russian real estate developer where he has about 60% shares.
Philanthropy
Gordeev is known for his philanthropic contributions, notably founding the non-profit Russian Avant-garde foundation in 2006 to preserve Russia's cultural heritage.