CEO Evacuates Employees from Russia Amidst Ukraine Invasion

TLDR A CEO of a software company in the US is working to evacuate her employees from Russia due to the invasion of Ukraine and escalating tensions, facing challenges such as anti-Russian sentiment and potential fallout.

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00:00 A CEO of a software company based in the US is working tirelessly to evacuate most of her employees from Russia due to the invasion of Ukraine and escalating tensions between Russia and the West.
03:46 A CEO with ties to both Russia and Ukraine started her own software company, initially connecting with a programmer from Russia at a networking event in the U.S., leading to the establishment of a successful business with a team in Russia.
06:50 Russia experienced a period of economic growth and cosmopolitanism, attracting international brands and a new middle class interested in political stability and global relations, until concerns arose about potential sanctions and an invasion under Putin's regime.
10:21 A CEO of an American company with Russian employees faces challenges amidst the invasion and sanctions, taking measures to protect her business from anti-Russian sentiment and potential fallout.
13:33 A CEO works to evacuate her Russian employees amidst growing government crackdowns and threats, navigating challenges such as potential conscription and internet restrictions.
16:54 A business partner and his family successfully navigate airport security and customs to flee Russia for Turkey amidst the chaos of the war and financial sanctions.
20:23 A Russian business partner in Turkey finds himself starting over after fleeing Russia amidst war and financial sanctions, uncertain about ever returning.
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