The results of the United Talents Award 2026 have been summarized.

      The United Talents Award international prize annually celebrates the best figures in business, art, and social projects at the Chamber of Commerce and Industry. Over the past few years, the organizing committee has created a unique platform for multicultural dialogue and interaction.

      At the closed social event, one could see not only entrepreneurs but also diplomatic figures from Russia, the CIS, the UAE, African, European, and Asian countries, as well as figures from the arts.

      The crystal statuette of the laureate and the right to name a star in space, thanks to the Rosastronomy project, was awarded to Italian film producer Angelo Sconda for the film "7 km to Jerusalem."

      Among the Russians, the award jury recognized: founder of the international network of children's film schools Alesya Panteleeva, practicing thoracic surgeon and oncologist Alexander Pavlov, expert practitioner and founder of the architectural bureau Irina Stankevich, producer Semyon Krivtsov, international PR expert Zhanna Chernyakova, leading expert in the hospitality industry and training specialist in the bar industry Evgeny Tolmachev, singer and actress Violetta Volskaya, artist Valery Bazunov, and several other unique talents.

      This year, the jury included unique experts:

      Ambassador of Russian Education and Science, Director of the "Center for Russian-Arab Cooperation" Waddah Al-Jundi; advisor to the honorary consul of the Russian Federation in Burkina Faso Anatoly Musienko; member of the expert council under the State Duma Committee on Transport and Construction, business ambassador in Kuwait for "Business Russia" Alexey Mostovshchikov; outstanding financier Maria Dronova; assistant to the governor of the Leningrad region Nina Abrosova; talented entrepreneur Yakov Yelenets; president of the Alliance of Cultural Ambassadors of BRICS countries Irina Arkhipova; president of the Russian-Belarusian Cooperation Fund Irina Rogova; general director and founder of the Status Speaker production center for entrepreneurs Yana Zhuravleva; director of development for the international VR arena network Warpoint Erik Kaloyan; international photographer Natalia Tsvetkova; Italian conductor and composer Christian Delizo; choreographer Umar Suriev; journalist, editor, poet, writer, screenwriter Daria Pfau, and several other outstanding experts.

      Participants of the ceremony were able to listen to musical performances by Violetta Volskaya and Anastasia Bubnova, while Anna Kustova spoke about charismatic leadership. Guests were also offered signature tinctures from the brand "Your Stop." The organizing committee of the award expressed gratitude for the support of the awards from the network of Thai massage salons Wai Thai, the premium travel agency JSP Travel, hotels Kentron and Dynasty, the printing house NienaPrint, as well as the flower brand Florentika and the confectionery SweetMarin, which created a luxurious cake for the award ceremony.

      The jury and award winners shared their impressions:

      Waddah Al-Jundi:

      This year marks the centenary of diplomatic relations between Saudi Arabia and Russia. Therefore, I personally try to help the laureates and participants find contacts in these countries. And every year we publish news announcements to generate more and more interest in the award.

      Nina Abrosova:

      I have traditionally become both a friend and a partner of the award. I am happy to participate and support all the laureates. Again, I remind you that the doors of the Leningrad region are open for any projects and cooperation!

      Anatoly Musienko:

      Today we will participate in a very interesting and important event, especially since it is related to the fact that we are in such an outstanding building that once belonged to Grand Duchess Olga Alexandrovna Romanova. I believe that it is necessary to hold such events, to unite specialists in this field so that we can see each other and understand who is putting in significant effort here.

      Irina Arkhipova:

      I wish prosperity to this wonderful event because the best of the best are chosen here! I wish each of you prosperity, and longevity to this remarkable event!

      Christian Delizo:

      I am very happy to be here today! I work in St. Petersburg, where my orchestra CAPRICCIO ITALIANO operates. And I hope to see you all at our concert!

      Irina Rogova:

      Recently, we met at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs with the "Belarusians of the World" — there is such an advisory council. There were 28 countries represented, and I send you warm greetings from all of them! And of course, I wish that our friendship strengthens, that you feel like, you know, "you do a lot for yourself, for the country, and for those nearby." And it seems that there is no attention. I really want each of you to feel and know: everything you do is for the good of our homeland, for the good of making people's lives better!

      Violetta Volskaya:

      In three words, the UTA award is people, talent, and peace. It is an amazing opportunity for truly active and talented people to boldly declare themselves, their projects, and find support/like-minded individuals! In my opinion, networking is one of the most important parts of the event. Quality communication, meeting interesting people who are passionate about their work, with whom you can create a symbiosis, advance deeper and more professionally in your field — this is truly inspiring! UTA also provides a truly unique chance to be heard on the international stage — such a prospect cannot fail to uplift!

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