Early Life and Education
Viktor Vladimirovich Kharitonin was born on November 20, 1972, in Novosibirsk, Russia. Little information is available about his early life. He graduated from Novosibirsk State University with a degree in economics.
Rise to Success
Kharitonin's career began in the early 1990s, a time of significant economic and political change in Russia. He saw an opportunity in the pharmaceutical industry, founding Pharmstandard in 2003 with Roman Abramovich. Pharmstandard was created by combining five factories. In 2008, Pharmstandard was listed on the London Stock Exchange. Kharitonin and his partner, Egor Kulkov, took Pharmstandard private again in 2016. In November 2021, Kharitonin acquired the TSS group through Augment Investments.
Key Business Strategies
Kharitonin's key strategy has been to focus on the pharmaceutical industry, building Pharmstandard into a major player in Russia. He expanded his business portfolio by acquiring the TSS group in 2021. In October 2014 Kharitonin became co-owner of Nurbugring in Germany.
Philanthropy
Viktor Kharitonin is known for his philanthropic efforts, particularly in healthcare and education. He has funded programs addressing health issues and supported infrastructure development.