Mikhail Shelkov is a successful entrepreneur in diverse sectors of economy, including finance, metallurgy, and manufacturing. He is also known for his contributions to the aerospace industry as the leading shareholder of VSMPO-AVISMA titanium corporation. However, Shelkov's accomplishments extend beyond the commercial sphere as he is making positive changes in society through the Empathy Foundation, a philanthropic initiative devoted to fostering progress in education, culture, and sports