Pavel Ivanov

Pavel Ivanov is a seasoned professional in sports management and sponsorship, currently serving as a Senior Sales Manager at Elevate since April 2025 and a Course Lecturer at Almaty Management University, where lectures on Sports Sponsorship and Activations are delivered. Previous experience includes roles as a Sales & Partnership Manager at RISE, facilitating key sponsorships with major events and brands, such as the Saudi Super Cup and UFC, and a significant tenure at FC Zenit as Senior Sponsorship Manager and Deputy Sponsorship Director, where high-value partnerships were developed with brands like Nike and PepsiCo. Pavel's academic contributions include guest lectures at Coventry University and the Higher School of Economics, complemented by a robust educational background with a Master's in Sport Management from Loughborough University.