Maksym Krippa, born on August 11, 1977, in Kyiv, is a Ukrainian entrepreneur working in several sectors, including real estate, esports, and the video game industry. He owns stakes in NAVI (Natus Vincere), GSC Game World, and Maincast. He also owns two prominent properties in Kyiv—the Parus Business Center and the Hotel Ukraina.
According to All Kyiv.news, the redevelopment plan includes hospitality services and possibly public spaces.
In 2018, Maksym Krippa owned NAVI, a Ukrainian esports organization known internationally. Under his management, the team achieved several notable results, including victories in 2024 at the PGL Major in Copenhagen and IEM Rio. These titles strengthened NAVI’s position in global esports rankings.
In 2020, he took over GSC Game World, the studio behind the S.T.A.L.K.E.R. franchise. His investment helped develop S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl, aimed at regional and international audiences.
Media and Esports Infrastructure
Krippa is also a co-owner of Maincast, a media company focusing on esports broadcasting in Ukraine and Eastern Europe. Maincast holds streaming rights to top-tier international tournaments and produces content in Ukrainian, contributing to the development of local esports media.
In 2025, investor Maksym Krippa was elected President of the Ukrainian Esports Federation. His work in this role focuses on developing a formal infrastructure for competitive gaming, supporting the visibility of Ukrainian players, and building long-term platforms for esports education and competition.
Real Estate Projects in Kyiv and Abroad
In 2023, Krippa acquired the Parus Business Center in Kyiv through his company, Ola Fine. The 33-story building is undergoing modernization, with plans to create flexible spaces for IT companies, creative businesses, and service providers.
In 2024, he became the new owner of the Hotel Ukraina after winning a public auction with a bid of UAH 3.1 billion. The historic property will be modernized while preserving its architectural features.
Krippa also owns a private estate in Kozyn, a suburb near Kyiv. The property includes a residential house, guest accommodations, and a spa facility.
His international portfolio includes real estate in Dubai. Since 2016, he has invested in over 100,000 square meters of development projects. One of the current projects involves smart-living technologies for modern residential use.
Krippa holds degrees from the International Christian University, the European University, and Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv. In 2025, he became a shareholder in DIM Group, a Ukrainian development company known for residential and commercial projects in the Kyiv region.
Krippa’s business activity focuses on strategic development and long-term investment in sectors with stable growth potential. While he does not often make public statements, his work is regularly noted in business media for its consistency and results-oriented approach.
