This is the story of Bekhruz Kamolov, a Tajik entrepreneur who achieved significant success in international trade by founding his company in China. Today, his company, Ningbo Kamolov International Trading Co., LTD, is a thriving business that supplies pharmaceutical products and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
Fulfilling a Childhood Dream
"I was born in Tajikistan, in the Jabbor Rasulov district. Although I am Tajik, I attended a Russian school. From a young age, learning foreign languages was my main passion. I was particularly interested in English and began studying it intensively. By the 10th grade, I had made a decision: I would definitely study abroad! My choice was China, which at that time was a closed and very intriguing country to me. So, I applied to Ningbo University in the city of Ningbo.
Thus, I found myself in Ningbo, the largest port city in China. It was something entirely new for me—new culture, new language, new people, new experiences. Everything was simply amazing. In Ningbo, I studied business and began my journey into the field of international trade.
During my studies, I focused on learning Chinese and international trade. After four years, I was fluent in Chinese and English and had excellent knowledge of international trade. My knowledge became my main asset throughout my career."
The Pandemic: Crisis and Opportunity
"After graduating, I began working actively, gaining many clients and exporting goods myself. In 2017, I registered my first company, Ningbo Kamolov International Trading Co., LTD. My company supplied various products, mainly pharmaceuticals and PPE such as protective clothing and gloves. I actively worked with clients from different countries around the world, from Russia and Ukraine to America, as well as Tajikistan and other Central Asian countries.
In 2020, when the pandemic began, my company was at the center of events. There was an acute shortage of medical supplies worldwide, and we worked actively to supply Tajikistan and other countries with everything they needed. I supplied medications and PPE, helping our market cope with the crisis. We also actively exported goods to America, where there was a great demand for PPE. The pandemic, an emergency situation, was a kind of challenge for me, a test of strength, agility, and mobility. We can say that during this period, we fully realized our potential and gained invaluable experience."
The USA and New Horizons
"Last year, I enrolled at Lehigh University, one of the top universities in Pennsylvania, USA. I studied for an MBA and recently completed my master's degree. This was an important step in my career, providing me with in-depth knowledge of business analytics and management. The MBA program at Lehigh allowed me to rethink my practical experience from an academic perspective.
I plan to continue developing my company and expanding its presence in international markets. My goal is to implement innovative solutions in logistics and supply, improve processes, and help solve global problems."
Don’t Be Afraid of High Goals!
As advice to readers, I would like to say: it is important not to be afraid to dream and set high goals. Always set the bar high. Push your internal boundaries. Setting high and ambitious goals is the first step toward achieving them. Every step on the path to your goal is important and brings valuable experience. Perseverance and the desire to learn can lead to significant success.
By: Saidaziz Azamov
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