KAU hosted a guest lecture by Felix Abdrashitov

On September 23, 2026, the Kazakh-American University hosted a guest lecture titled “Career Without Templates: Entrepreneurship, Leadership, and Development in Modern Business.”

The speaker was Felix Abdrashitov, an entrepreneur, member of the Board of Directors of Underdog Group, partner at The Edgers and Sky Partners, and recognized as Kazakhstan’s Best HRD in 2021. He has more than 10 years of experience in HR, leadership development, and management teams. Information

During the lecture, participants discussed modern approaches to building a professional trajectory, developing leadership qualities and entrepreneurial thinking, and exploring new career opportunities. Felix Abdrashitov shared his own experience, practical observations, and recommendations that can help young professionals make more informed decisions when choosing their professional path. Information

A separate part of the meeting was held in an open dialogue format. Students were able to ask the speaker questions about career development, working in a business environment, leadership, and professional growth. The guest lecture gave students an opportunity to gain a practical perspective on the modern labour market and communicate directly with a business representative who has significant experience working with leaders and top management teams.