The Legacy of VimpelCom Founders’ Pioneering Spirit

VimpelCom’s Founders, Dr. Dmitri B. Zimin and Augie K. Fabela II, led VimpelCom from its inception in 1992 to its history-making step of becoming the first Russian company to list on the New York Stock Exchange in 1996. These two pioneers have inspired the Company’s transparency, strong corporate governance, quality, innovation and pioneering spirit – values and characteristics that are engrained in the Company’s DNA. 

As Chairman, Mr. Fabela led the listing of VimpelCom on the NYSE, providing guidance on the strategic direction of the Company during a period of rapid industry development and growth. In 2002, he was named Chairman Emeritus, remaining active as an advisor to the management team and Supervisory Board on corporate governance, strategy and M&A issues. As the Company entered a new phase of development following the combination with Wind Telecom, Mr. Fabela was elected Chairman of the Supervisory Board of VimpelCom Ltd., bringing with him a wealth of leadership experience during time of transformation and growth.