Otabek Umarov
Otabek Umarov is a public official, sports manager, and businessman in Uzbekistan. Having a background in public service, international sports management, and brand development has led to his passion for developing excellence in sports—both professional and not—in the region. A polyglot who speaks Uzbek, Russian, English, and Korean and has lived abroad for long stretches of time, Umarov has depth but also roots.
Otabek Umarov has been the head of a number of well-known organizations, such as the State Security Service of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan, the Triathlon Federation in Uzbekistan, and Central.
Asian MMA Confederation. In this capacity, he has overseen sports infrastructure development, originated professional training schemes, and conducted projects to improve athlete performance and engagement at home and abroad.
Professional Summary
More than 15 years of leadership in government and sports organizations.
Former chairman of the Triathlon Federation of Uzbekistan, where he upgraded infrastructure and set up professional training.
President of the Central Asian MMA Confederation, consisting of national federations from Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Azerbaijan.
The Olympic Council of Asia vice-president for Central Asia is working with a number of countries to help develop sport in his region.
The founder of a pioneering sports brand, 7SABER is the fruit of your work in sportswear and sports equipment design.
Key Achievements:
Organized the department of triathlon in Uzbek State University of Physical Education and Sport.
I established and implemented the first Amateur Triathlon Sprint competitions in Uzbekistan, with a special focus on the development of sports at the grassroots level.
-Founded popular sports brand 7SABER, known for their innovative design and commitment to the community.
Was involved significantly in organizing the 2025 Youth Asian Games in Tashkent.
Experience
Deputy Chief, State Security Service of the President of Uzbekistan (2018–)
Vice-President, UzAuto Korea (2012–2016)
Deputy General Director of UzAvto Odessa LLC (2005–2011)
President, National Triathlon Federation of Uzbekistan (2019–2020)
Head of the Central Asian MMA Confederation (from 2020)
