Elmira Kuanova
About Elmira Kuanova
Elmira Kuanova is a Senior Pursuit Consultant at KPMG Australia, with a background in business development and stakeholder engagement. She has previously held positions at KPMG, GHD, and PwC in Central Asia, and holds an MBA and a Bachelor's degree in International Relations from KIMEP University.
Current Role at KPMG Australia
Elmira Kuanova currently serves as a Senior Pursuit Consultant at KPMG Australia. She has held this position since 2021, working from the Sydney office. In her role, she focuses on developing strategies for business pursuits and enhancing client engagement, contributing to KPMG's growth in the Australian market.
Previous Experience at KPMG in Central Asia
Before her current role, Elmira Kuanova worked at KPMG in Central Asia as a Business Development Specialist from 2014 to 2016. During her two years in Almaty, she was involved in various business development initiatives that aimed to expand KPMG's client base and service offerings in the region.
Professional Background at GHD
Elmira Kuanova has a notable history with GHD, where she held multiple roles. She served as a Stakeholder Engagement Advisor from 2019 to 2021, focusing on building relationships with key stakeholders. Additionally, she worked as a Pursuits and Proposals Specialist for four months in 2021, contributing to proposal development and pursuit strategies.
Education and Academic Qualifications
Elmira Kuanova completed her Bachelor's degree in International Relations at KIMEP University from 2007 to 2010. She later pursued a Master of Business Administration (MBA) at the same institution, studying Accounting from 2011 to 2016. Her educational background provides her with a strong foundation in both international relations and business management.
Experience at PwC Kazakhstan
Prior to her roles at GHD and KPMG, Elmira Kuanova worked at PwC Kazakhstan as a Senior Business Development Consultant from 2016 to 2018. In this position, she was responsible for driving business development efforts and enhancing client relationships within the firm.