Timur Nuratdinov is a seasoned private sector development specialist with over 17 years of experience in applying market-based approaches to a variety of sectors, including value chain development, trade facilitation, financial services, and export promotion. The expert has worked extensively on projects funded by USAID, ADB, UNDP, and KfW across Kazakhstan, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, and Afghanistan. With a deep specialization in value chain analysis, project and program evaluation, access to finance, and market strategy development, he has significantly contributed to the agriculture sector's growth through multiple evaluations and collaborations with ministries, banks, and export agencies. His leadership roles include acting as an agribusiness specialist at the International Development Group, where he evaluated USAID’s Agricultural Development Activities project and conducted surveys focusing on female entrepreneurs. At Oxford Policy Management, he assessed EU-funded projects and contributed findings that shaped agricultural strategies. Among his achievements, he has developed several export promotion guidelines and market strategies, demonstrating measurable impact on trade opportunities. Technically adept, the expert is a certified trainer for GSP+ for exports to the EU market, holds a Master's degree in Economics and International Relations, and has delivered training sessions on financial services development. His professional journey is marked by significant contributions to the enhancement of diverse and competitive markets, reflecting a legacy of leadership, innovation, and collaboration with international funding entities.