Feliks Vartanov

Entrepreneur, investor, and Master of Economic Sciences – Feliks Vartanov – is the creator of the multi-sector ecosystem Black River Capital. He developed and executed the concept of AMANTIS, transforming acquired space into a Grade A+ business center spanning 26,447 sq ft in Emaar Square.

Today, AMANTIS is valued at Dhs140m, while Feliks also manages commercial assets in The Opus valued at Dhs100m.

His investments in the UAE exceeded Dhs320m last year, with plans to invest over Dhs500m in the coming year.

Vartanov is the founder of UNICRYPT INC., active in 88 markets with over $1bn in trading volume, as well as UNICRYPT OTC serving institutional clients.

His Import Group supplies 1,200 tons of ingredients annually across the EAEU and Georgia.

Through BM Premium Trading, Vartanov is the exclusive distributor of Tonino Lamborghini products in the region, with a plan to open 15 branded coffee shops across the UAE.

Unicrypt Rent Car integrates blockchain technology into mobility services. In Armenia, he develops digital financial infrastructure and is preparing U-TRADE for licensing by the Central Bank, including operations with cryptocurrency investment assets.

Coming from an Armenian immigrant family and with a background in competitive boxing, Vartanov chose the UAE for its respect for traditional values and the strong cultural environment in which he wants to raise his children.