Date of Birth: August 14, 1967
Zodiac Sign: Leo
Biography
Sergey Galitsky, born Sergey Arutyunyan, is a prominent Russian businessman and the founder of Magnit, one of Russia’s largest retail chains. Born in the city of Lazarevskoye, Krasnodar Krai, he graduated from the Economics Faculty of Kuban State University. Galitsky started his career in the banking sector but soon shifted his focus to retail. In 1998, he founded Magnit, which rapidly expanded to become one of the leading retailers in Russia. Under his leadership, Magnit grew from a single store to a retail giant with thousands of outlets across the country. Galitsky is also known for his philanthropic efforts and his love for football, having founded FC Krasnodar in 2008.
5 Interesting Facts about Sergey Galitsky
1. Sergey Galitsky changed his surname from Arutyunyan to Galitsky, derived from his wife’s surname, to make it easier for Russians to pronounce.
2. He founded FC Krasnodar, a professional football club, in 2008 and built a state-of-the-art stadium for the team.
3. Under his leadership, Magnit became Russia’s largest retailer by number of stores and revenue.
4. He sold his remaining shares in Magnit in 2018 to focus on FC Krasnodar and other projects.
5. Galitsky is known for his philanthropic activities, particularly in the fields of education and sports.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Sergey Galitsky
1. “Business is like chess – you have to think several moves ahead.”
2. “I believe in hard work and dedication. Success does not come overnight.”
3. “Retail is a very dynamic industry; you need to constantly adapt to survive.”
4. “My passion for football is as strong as my passion for business.”
5. “Philanthropy is not just about giving money; it’s about making a tangible difference.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
At his peak, Sergey Galitsky’s net worth was estimated to be around $10 billion.
Children
Sergey Galitsky has one daughter, Polina Galitskaya.
Relevant Links
1. [Forbes Profile](https://www.forbes.com/profile/sergey-galitsky/
2. [Bloomberg Profile](https://www.bloomberg.com/billionaires/profiles/sergey-galitsky/
3. [Wikipedia Page](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sergey_Galitsky
4. [Magnit Official Site](https://www.magnit.com/
5. [FC Krasnodar Official Site](https://fckrasnodar.ru/en/
