I was born in Western Ukraine, but my family and I moved to New York when I was 12 due to the USSR government. This was a significant change, and I developed a passion for business and finance from a young age.
At 11, I started trading NBA stickers and took odd jobs to support my family after moving to the U.S.A. By 18, I worked as a computer consultant for three banks.
I pursued an executive MS in Finance (EMSF) from Baruch College in 2003 and ventured into day trading. Eventually, I found my calling in sales and marketing.
Despite challenges, I founded Atlas Auto, specializing in classic and exotic car import and export. I made notable sales, boosted non-profit donations by 25% through guerrilla marketing, and obtained an LL.M. from Cardozo Law School in 2006.
I continued launching businesses, including an international advertising agency, experiencing both success and failure. I sold profitable ventures and faced losses, including closing Atlas Auto due to the 2008 financial crash.
However, setbacks were valuable learning experiences. In 2016, I created ReCoin, the first real estate-backed cryptocurrency. Unfortunately, in 2018, I was sentenced to 18 months in jail due to legal missteps.
Prison became an opportunity to transform my life. I returned to treasure collecting and founded 999Global, helping entrepreneurs build profitable businesses and avoid past mistakes.
Today, I consult businesses in pawn, consignment, and webuy niches, foreseeing their growth into multi-billion dollar industries.
My journey, marked by ups and downs, strengthened my passion for business and the thrill of new ventures. I take pride in my work and am dedicated to helping others succeed.
Additionally, I'm reviving my treasure-collecting hobby as a business. If you need to sell unique items like jewelry, collectibles, coins, artwork, or scrap metal, I'm here to help you get the right value for your cherished possessions with ease.