About the company

Graduated from University College London (UCL) with a degree in Economics and Business. Said has 16 years of experience in Mining Sector.

In 2006 started working career in Toronto, Canada at the advisory firm “BWI First Intelligence” overlooking m&a transactions in mining sector.

In 2008 appointed as Regional Director of “Stans Energy Corp” Canadian junior mining company with rare earth mining assets in Central Asia. As part of the executive team, was responsible for the RTO on TSX-V and acquisitions of assets in Central Asia.

In 2013 appointed Deputy Head of “Kazgeoinform”, Kazakhstan’s government geological data center of the Committee of Geology and Subsoil Use rights.

In 2014 appointed CEO of “KazGeotech” venture project of «Geotech Ltd» Canadian airborne geophysical company.

01.12.2015 – founded “Aurora Group”.

In 2023 joined the board of directors of the Kazakhstan Chamber of MinesFF

Kapénova Madina Rashidovna is a highly qualified specialist with over 15 years of experience in subsoil use and geological exploration.

Education:

• Karaganda State Technical University — Geology and Exploration of Mineral Deposits.
• Karaganda Economic University — Jurisprudence.
• Master of Business Administration (MBA).

Key Achievements:

• Participation in the development and implementation of the Subsoil and Subsoil Use Code.
• Processing over 100 subsoil use licenses covering a total area of 9,000 sq. km.
• Conducting successful negotiations with investors and participating in M&A transactions in the subsoil use sector.
• Effective interaction with government agencies, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.

Professional Experience: Worked at the Ministry of Industry and Infrastructure Development of the Republic of Kazakhstan, managed subsoil use projects including licensing and contract execution. Since 2022, she has held the position of Managing Director of Subsoil Use at “Aurora Group”.

Madina Rashidovna is a key figure in the development of “Aurora Group”, making a significant contribution to the sustainable growth of the company and the industry as a whole.

Raziev Vitaliy Sergeyevich is the Head of the Transport and Logistics Department, an experienced specialist with over 15 years of experience in logistics and transport operations management.

Education:

• M.S. Narikbayev KAZGUU University — Faculty of “Law Enforcement Agencies.”

Key Achievements:

• Reduced logistics costs by 25% through process optimization and the implementation of modern technologies.
• Increased department efficiency by 30% through the adoption of innovative solutions.
• Enhanced the throughput capacity of the transport network by 15%, contributing to higher productivity and reduced costs.

Professional Experience:

• Began his career at Kazakhstan’s largest grain company, ensuring the economic security of business processes.
• Led the commercial department at Green House, successfully managing a team and strategic projects.
• Since 2016, he has been leading the transport and logistics department at “Aurora Group”, implementing advanced approaches to supply chain management.

Vitaliy Sergeyevich makes a significant contribution to strengthening “Aurora Group” position in the transport and logistics sector, ensuring high efficiency and reliability.

Nurkhanuly Ulan is a highly qualified geologist with over 15 years of experience in Kazakhstan’s mining industry.

Education:

• Satbayev Kazakh National Technical University — Geology and Exploration of Mineral Deposits.
• Carleton University (Canada) — Master of Science in Earth Sciences (Bolashak Scholarship).

Key Achievements:

• Leadership of geological exploration projects, including evaluation and development of deposits.
• Processing contracts and licenses for mineral exploration and extraction.
• Implementation of advanced management and exploration methods to improve operational efficiency.

Professional Experience:

• Worked for leading companies in Kazakhstan, including JSC “Volkovgeology” and LLP “SP Inkai.”
• Specialized in geology, geophysics, and mining operations management.
• Since 2024, he has been serving as the Head of the Geology Department at “Aurora Group”, overseeing the implementation of key geological exploration projects.

Ulan Nurkhanuly significantly contributes to the development of “Aurora Group”, ensuring its success in geological exploration.