The Russian premiere of the 60-year old The Macallan in Lalique whisky was organized by MEDIACRAT Events on November 9 at the Tsvet Nochi club in Moscow. The premiere held in the format of a private VIP event was attended by the most prominent representatives of the Russian art & culture and business community. Leonid Yarmolnik hosted the evening.

A celebration of two great national traditions, The Macallan in Lalique is one of the finest ever creative collaborations between Scotland and France. This Limited Edition releases represent a historic alliance of artistry and craftsmanship, spirit and style. Overall, only 400 decanters have been released with just 10 available in Russia.

Management of the event was provided by MEDIACRAT.

CHIVAS SPEAR’S Russia Wealth Management Awards 2011, the annual ceremony organized to celebrate the achievements of professionals and firms from private banking, wealth management and related industries, was held on November 17 at the Et Cetera theater in Moscow. The ceremony was hosted by Tatiana Lazareva, Mikhail Shatz and Alexander Pushnoy. VTB24 Private Banking was named Russian Private Bank of the Year. Credit Suisse was selected Foreign Private Bank of the Year providing services to HNWIs in Russia. Bank Julius Baer & Co. was distinguished as the best foreign private bank servicing wealthy Russians outside the country. VTB Capital Investment Management received the Asset Management Firm of the Year award, while Third Rome was named the Wealth Boutique of the Year leaving behind AXIOMA Wealth Management and the last year’s victor Da Vinci Capital. MFO Alfa Capital interrupted the two-year hegemony of the triumphant UFG Wealth Management and became the Family Office of the Year. Baltic International Bank managed to preserve its status of the Best Private Bank in CIS and Baltic States for the second consecutive year. Among consultants, Dmitry Zhuk of AXIOMA Wealth Management (Investment Consultant of the Year), Dobrovinsky & Partners (Law Firm of the Year), Ernst & Young (Tax Adviser of the Year) and Aidan Gallery (Art Adviser of the Year) garnered honor.

Starting January 1, 2012, the publication frequency of WATCH Russia and SPEAR’S Russia magazines will be increased to 10 and 8 issues per year correspondingly. The frequency boost will be followed by the distribution system expansion. At the same time the expansion program will be implemented to further increase the audiences of the BolshoiSport (www.bolshoisport.ru), WatchRussia (www.watchrussia.com) and PBWM (www.pbwm.ru). The official 2012 publication schedule of MEDIACRAT magazines is available upon request and can be provided by MEDIACRAT relationship managers. WATCH Russia is the Russian version of one of the most renowned European (Amsterdam, NL) haut horlogerie magazines recognized as the most intelligent and stylish watch publication in Europe. SPEAR’S Russia is the Russian version of the most trustworthy and influential European (London, UK) magazine for the world’s richest audience. Founder – PBWM Media, Editor-in-Chief – Alexander Gafin, General Manager – Dmitry Gafin. Chivas Regal is the Title Partner of the Awards. Official Partner – Land Rover, Independent Consultant – PricewaterhouseCoopers, Official TV Channel – TV Rain, General Radio Partner – Business FM, General Media Partner – BFM.ru.

Starting January 1, 2012, the publication frequency of WATCH Russia and SPEAR’S Russia magazines will be increased to 10 and 8 issues per year correspondingly. The frequency boost will be followed by the distribution system expansion. At the same time the expansion program will be implemented to further increase the audiences of the BolshoiSport (www.bolshoisport.ru), WatchRussia (www.watchrussia.com) and PBWM (www.pbwm.ru). The official 2012 publication schedule of MEDIACRAT magazines is available upon request and can be provided by MEDIACRAT relationship managers. WATCH Russia is the Russian version of one of the most renowned European (Amsterdam, NL) haut horlogerie magazines recognized as the most intelligent and stylish watch publication in Europe. SPEAR’S Russia is the Russian version of the most trustworthy and influential European (London, UK) magazine for the world’s richest audience. Founder – PBWM Media, Editor-in-Chief – Alexander Gafin, General Manager – Dmitry Gafin. Chivas Regal is the Title Partner of the Awards. Official Partner – Land Rover, Independent Consultant – PricewaterhouseCoopers, Official TV Channel – TV Rain, General Radio Partner – Business FM, General Media Partner – BFM.ru.

CHIVAS SPEAR’S Russia Wealth Management Awards 2011, the annual ceremony organized to celebrate the achievements of professionals and firms from private banking, wealth management and related industries, was held on November 17 at the Et Cetera theater in Moscow. The ceremony was hosted by Tatiana Lazareva, Mikhail Shatz and Alexander Pushnoy. VTB24 Private Banking was named Russian Private Bank of the Year. Credit Suisse was selected Foreign Private Bank of the Year providing services to HNWIs in Russia. Bank Julius Baer & Co. was distinguished as the best foreign private bank servicing wealthy Russians outside the country. VTB Capital Investment Management received the Asset Management Firm of the Year award, while Third Rome was named the Wealth Boutique of the Year leaving behind AXIOMA Wealth Management and the last year’s victor Da Vinci Capital. MFO Alfa Capital interrupted the two-year hegemony of the triumphant UFG Wealth Management and became the Family Office of the Year. Baltic International Bank managed to preserve its status of the Best Private Bank in CIS and Baltic States for the second consecutive year. Among consultants, Dmitry Zhuk of AXIOMA Wealth Management (Investment Consultant of the Year), Dobrovinsky & Partners (Law Firm of the Year), Ernst & Young (Tax Adviser of the Year) and Aidan Gallery (Art Adviser of the Year) garnered honor.

The Organizing Committee of CHIVAS SPEAR’S Russia Wealth Management Awards 2011 is pleased to announce the nominee short list determined by votes of professionals from private banking, wealth management and related industries. This year 207 experts participated in the opinion poll. The nominees in the Best Russian Private Bank category are Alfa Bank (A-Club), VTB24 Private Banking and M2M Private Bank. The leaders in the similar category yet for foreign banks in Russia are Credit Suisse, Deutsche Bank and UBS Wealth Management. Herculis Partners, Renaissance Advisors and Verno Capital compete for The Best Start of the Year award. The complete list of organizations and individuals who made it to the short list this year is available at http://awards2011.pbwm.ru/, the official web portal of the Awards. The best of the best in each nomination will be selected by the members of this year’s Judging Panel: David Iakobachvili, Alexander Svetakov, Irina Rapoport, Andrey Rappoport, Christian Kremer and Feodor Sheberstov. The Chairman of the Judging Panel is Alexander Gafin, SPEAR’S Russia Editor-in-Chief. The winners of CHIVAS SPEAR’S Russia Wealth Management Awards 2011 will be unveiled on 17 November at the Et Cetera theatre in Moscow.

Infiniti Russia in cooperation with MEDIACRAT are developing and preparing for launch the loyalty program for owners of Infiniti cars. Every participant of the program will receive a membership card that will provide access to exclusive automotive privileges, special offers and discounts, concierge services.

Infiniti is a luxury car brand launched by Nissan in 1989. Today, Infiniti remains a top choice for car enthusiasts looking for innovative design, technical perfection, active implementation of the latest hi-tech achievements and exceptional customer care services. Infiniti offers a full range of luxury cars, from sporty coupes to full-size SUVs.

MEDIACRAT is the official operator of Infiniti Loyalty Program.

MEDIACRAT developed the concept of an advertising campaign for the first Rendez-Vous boutique in Belgorod. The large-scale promotion strategy involves television channels, radio, outdoor advertising and print media.

Rendez-Vous is a chain of premium-class shoe boutiques featuring over 60 European fashion brands.
Creative management of the project is provided by MEDIACRAT.

The Organizing Committee of CHIVAS SPEAR’S Russia Wealth Management Awards 2011 is pleased to announce that by invitation of Alexander Gafin, Judging Panel Chairman and SPEAR’S Russia Editor-in-Chief, the following prominent persons joined this year’s Judging Panel:

David Iakobachvili
Sistema, Member of the Board

Alexander Svetakov
Absolut Group, Chairman of the Board

Irina Rapoport
RUSNANO Capital, CEO

Andrey Rappoport

SKOLKOVO, President

Christian Kremer
Mercury, Vice President

Feodor Sheberstov
Odgers Berndtson, Managing Partner & Head of Financial Practice

The winners of CHIVAS SPEAR’S Russia Wealth Management Awards 2011 will be unveiled on November 17 at the Et Cetera theatre in Moscow. CHIVAS SPEAR’S Russia Wealth Management Awards is organized by tradition and analogy with the award ceremony annually held in London by SPEAR’S UK. Organizers of the 2011 Awards in Russia are PBWM.ru portal and SPEAR’S Russia magazine. Official Partner – Land Rover, Independent Consultant – PricewaterhouseCoopers, Official TV Channel – TV Rain, General Radio Partner – Business FM, General Media Partner – BFM.ru. CHIVAS is one of the most prestigious blended whiskies in the world. SPEAR’S Russia is the Russian version of one of the most trustworthy and influential European (London, UK) magazines for the world’s richest, PBWM.ru is Russia’s first specialized private banking and wealth management online portal.