Founder's Journey
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From Pollution Crisis to Mongolia's Beauty Empire
Khulan Davaadorj transformed pollution allergies into Lhamour—Mongolia's first organic skincare brand exporting to 12 countries.
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Founder leadership means decisive action, authentic brand DNA, and deep product knowledge that hired executives can't match. Direct access to decision-makers accelerates deals and ensures the original vision stays pure during growth.
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8 min
When Quality Demands Defying Your Government
Alkhas Argun called his government 'disgusting' for charging a UN expert with espionage—risking his business for quality.
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8 min
The $548 Million Bet on Russian Terroir
Moscow billionaire's $110M bet on overlooked terroir proved everyone wrong—achieving World's Best Vineyards Top 30 in 15 years.
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8 min
When Succession Meets Sanctions
Three generations, one imperial estate—Pavel Titov turned succession crisis into Eastern market triumph despite sanctions.