Born during the collapse of the Soviet Union, Tamar Gakharia dreamed of lifting her struggling family and her emerging homeland, the Republic of Georgia, from the ashes of the post-Soviet era into a future of prosperity and freedom. As the daughter of two doctors who lost everything, Tamar was determined to build a career that would help her country rise on the global stage. But at 18, just as she was starting university, she fell deeply in love and secretly married a man whose potential was as great as his demons.
Tamar Gakharia was born into a world of uncertainty as the Soviet Union crumbled and the Republic of Georgia struggled to find its footing. Raised by two doctors who lost everything during the collapse, Tamar was driven by a fierce determination to rebuild both her family and her country. But just as her future seemed promising, she fell in love with a man whose charm masked deep inner demons. At 18, she secretly married him, a decision that would set her on a tumultuous path.
As her husband spiraled into addiction and repeated incarcerations, Tamars life became a balancing act between personal chaos and professional ambition. She graduated with honors from her local university and secured a stable job at the Bank of Georgiaall while navigating the challenges of motherhood at 23. Refusing to be defined by her circumstances, Tamar took a daring leap at 25, becoming the CFO of a holding company with a bold mission to elevate Georgias economy.
In this role, she faced relentless challenges, from threats to bribery attempts, as she fought to align the company with international standards. Tamars unwavering resilience and integrity helped transform the company into one of Georgia's largest, and her story is one of grit, courage, and triumph.
