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Interview with Alexander Timokhin, InterLIR COO: IP market trends and blockchain IP management

AuthorCassie Gong

Reading Time7 min

PublishedJune 14, 2024

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Alexander Timokhin, currently serving as the Chief Operating Officer (COO) at InterLIR , has had an unconventional career path. Nearly two years ago, Alexander transitioned from a government role in Brussels, where he worked for the British government. This significant career change was prompted by an invitation from his future partner, Alexey, to join InterLIR. Initially hesitant due to his lack of experience in the IP address marketplace, Alexander decided to take on the challenge and began his journey at InterLIR as a financial manager. Despite his initial unfamiliarity with the IP address world, Alexander quickly adapted to his new role. Within six months, he was entrusted with the responsibility of running the company. Reflecting on his early days, Alexander admits that he knew nothing about IP addresses or their market value. His background was far from IT, and he had to learn everything from scratch. However, his determination and willingness to embrace new challenges led him to become the COO of InterLIR, overseeing the company’s operations and strategic growth.

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Analysis

One of the unique aspects of InterLIR’s success is its diverse team. Alexander emphasizes that many employees, including himself, do not come from a technical or IT background. This diversity in the workforce is seen as a strength. For instance, one of his colleagues studied world politics and was on track to become a diplomat before changing careers. Alexander believes that formal education in IT is not a prerequisite for success in their industry. With the right attitude and a willingness to learn, anyone can excel at InterLIR. This approach to team composition reflects the broader trend in the industry where diverse backgrounds contribute to innovative solutions and unique perspectives. Alexander highlights that many employees at InterLIR bring skills from various sectors, which enriches the company’s capability to address different challenges creatively. This diversity also aligns with InterLIR’s global reach, as they provide services to partners worldwide, requiring a broad understanding of various markets and cultures. Also read: Interview with Vladimir Kangin, CEO at IPTP Networks, and a 28-year voyage from USSR to Cyprus InterLIR, headquartered in Germany, is a marketplace solution specialising in the automated leasing of IP addresses. While sales are part of their service offering, the primary focus is on leasing. The company’s services extend beyond brokerage to include auditing, management of IP resources, and consulting. This comprehensive suite of services ensures that their partners – a term Alexander prefers over customers – receive the best possible service and value.

Key Points

Alexander Timokhin, currently the Chief Operating Officer at InterLIR, transitioned from a government role in Brussels to the IP address marketplace industry nearly two years ago.
InterLIR aims to expand globally, setting up subsidiaries in the United States and exploring further expansion into Hong Kong and Singapore to provide better services to partners worldwide.
Alexander sees IPv4 demand and leasing prices as stable investments, predicting potential long-term price increases despite recent sales price drops.
InterLIR is exploring blockchain technology to ensure accurate and tamper-proof IP location data, preventing manipulation and enhancing security and compliance with geographic restrictions.