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Xplorence

About us

Xplorence — analytics & consulting

The company, expert network, and leadership behind your projects.

Xplorence — research and analytics

Working in Uzbekistan since 2019. We help companies understand markets and customers, analyse data, organise ESG data collection and develop employee learning.

From question to result

How we help

Choose the scope around your question and available data.

How we help
  1. 01

    Market research

    Study customers, prices and competitors to inform your next step.

  2. 02

    Working with data

    Combine sources, check metrics and create clear reports.

  3. 03

    Team knowledge

    Document processes and prepare employee learning materials.

Research areas

Questions we work on

We set the depth and format around the decision you need to make.

Questions we work on
  1. 01

    Retail audit

    Check product availability, prices and brand presence in stores.

  2. 02

    Customer research

    Understand needs, usage and reasons for choosing a product.

  3. 03

    Business research

    Interview company representatives and investigate service quality.

What we delivered

  • Retail audits
  • Consumer surveys (PAPI/CAPI)
  • Marketing strategies
  • ESG data

The Xplorence Expert Network

Behind every project is not one person, but a vetted network of specialists matched to the specific task.

Xplorence operates as a network of vetted specialists — market researchers, data engineers, ESG and industry experts. For every project we assemble a team with the right profile, so you tap into the whole base, not a single consultant.

  • Matched to your task in days, not weeks
  • Every CV and portfolio reviewed
  • Work under NDA and to your requirements

Expertise domains

  • Market research
  • Data analytics & BI
  • ESG & sustainability
  • Corporate training

Expert names and contacts are disclosed only for a specific project and under NDA.

Leadership

Shokhrukh Pulatov

Shokhrukh Pulatov

Managing Director

PhD Candidate · Sustainable Development

Sustainability & ESG Credentials

Three international credentials backing hands-on expertise in ESG, climate risk, and sustainable investing.

Professional Trajectory

Professional Trajectory
  1. Asian Development Bank (ADB)

    ESG TRANSFORMATION CONSULTANT

    Institutional Framework Architecture: Led the strategic vision and design of the ESG Center of Excellence, a national initiative to build sustainability capacity in state-owned enterprises in Uzbekistan. · Strategic Consulting and Coalition Building: Chief Project Advisor, developing partnerships with key institutional stakeholders to ensure the legitimacy and long-term sustainability of the initiative. · Systemic Training: Development of macro-level ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) training programs and digital transformation of the training infrastructure to ensure scalable compliance.

  2. UN Global Compact

    COUNTRY MANAGER

    Strategic Expansion: Development and implementation of a market entry and scaling strategy for the UN Global Compact in Uzbekistan, engaging over 20 major corporations in integrating Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) into their business models. · Advocacy and Coalitions: Building alliances with ministries and business associations, positioning the UN Global Compact as the main authority on responsible business conduct in the region. · Resource Mobilization: Securing critical funding streams and strategic partnerships to implement a portfolio of national programs. · Thought Leadership: Organizing over 50 high-level strategic forums, representing the UN at national and international summits.

  3. Xplorence

    FOUNDER AND MANAGING DIRECTOR

    Founding and developing Xplorence: organising research, analytics and project teams. · Operational Scaling: Building and leading cross-functional project teams (from 5 to 50 people), ensuring quality control and efficiency across various regions. · Analytical Consulting: Developing proprietary research methodologies using advanced statistical modeling (Stata) and BI tools (Power BI).

  4. Zamin Foundation

    STRATEGIC PROJECTS MANAGER

    Cross-Sectoral Integration: Strategic planning and coordination between ministries to establish a specialized children's medical facility. · Resource Strategy: Building collaboration frameworks with international suppliers and government agencies to optimize procurement and ensure responsible financial management.

  5. British American Tobacco (BAT)

    INSIGHTS EXECUTIVE (MARKET ANALYTICS)

    Market Strategy: Partnering with management to define brand and trade strategies, implementing consumer and market analysis projects. · Budget and Vendor Management: Managing annual analytics budgets, improving cost efficiency while maintaining high quality strategic reports. · Cross-Functional Optimization: Intensive management training across various departments, developing a holistic understanding of brand positioning and trade marketing.

Academic Foundation

  1. 2024 — 2028 (EXPECTED)

    PhD (Doctor of Philosophy): Sustainability Science

    University of Lisbon | Portugal

  2. 2016 — 2018

    MSc (Master of Science): Economics and Business Administration

    Norwegian School of Economics (NHH) | Bergen, Norway

  3. 2012 — 2016

    BSc (Bachelor of Science) with Honors: Economics and Finance

    Westminster International University in Tashkent

Let's discuss your project

Tell us your challenge — we'll assemble the team and approach for it.