On July 25, 2018, at the age of 82, an honored worker of the textile and light industry, one of the leaders of the light industry of the USSR and the RSFSR, from 1990 to 2010, the president of Roslegprom passed away. Alexander Andreevich Biryukov.

Life path Alexandra Andreevichand, as a mirror, reflected both the achievements and difficulties of the generation of rapid changes. Colleagues and subordinates noted his main working qualities: a responsible attitude to business and high professionalism. A sensitive and sympathetic person, he left a good memory with the people with whom he communicated and worked.

Mr. Biryukov went from the master of shoe production to the Minister of Light Industry. Work experience at shoe companies In Russia, deep knowledge of economics and production allowed him in the 80s to successfully solve important state tasks as Minister of Light Industry of Russia. On his initiative, was created in 1990The State Association of Light Industry, and in 1992 the joint-stock company "Roslegprom".

Thanks to his efforts, the light industry, updated by the beginning of the 90s of the XX century, survived the hardest years of perestroika and continued to develop in the new economic conditions. The role of is great Alexander Andreevich and in the revival of Federal wholesale fairs of light Industry goods and equipment "Textile Industry", in restoring ties between wholesale suppliers of raw materials and buyers, between industrial and commercial enterprises of different regions, establishing intra-industry interaction of manufacturers and cooperation with related parties.

Alexander Andreevich was actively engaged in public work: He was Vice-President of the RSPP, Deputy Chairman of the Committee on Textile and Light Industry of the CCI of the Russian Federation. A.A. Biryukov's merits before the Fatherland are evidenced by the awards: Order of the "Badge of Honor", "Red Banner of Labor", "For Services to the Fatherland" (IV art.), Honorary title "Honored Worker of Textile and Light Industry".raquo;, Gratitude of the President of the Russian Federation, Certificate of Honor of the Government of the Russian Federation, medal "Veteran of Labor".

Alexander Andreevich Biryukov A wise Teacher who gave a start in life to many of his students, who today lead successful enterprises in the industry and continue his work.

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