Rooted in Innovation, Driven by Impact
History
Vision for Impact
Ratmir Timashev’s entrepreneurial journey began at The Ohio State University, where he and Angela first met. From Columbus, Ohio, his tech ventures—Aelita Software and later Veeam, now a global leader in cloud data protection—thrived as technology transformed industries and daily life.
Inspired by the mentors and communities that shaped his success, Ratmir and Angela founded the Timashev Family Foundation to champion innovation, education, the arts, and community empowerment. Through strategic partnerships, the Foundation drives meaningful impact across Ohio, the U.S., and beyond.
Ratmir and Angela Timashev alongside Barbara Miller and Dr. Terry Miller, Ratmir's trusted mentor at Ohio State.
Mission
Empowering Innovation, Education, and the Arts
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Innovation
The Timashev Family Foundation is dedicated to fostering entrepreneurship and innovation, creating opportunities in the American heartland and beyond.
Grounded in Ratmir’s own entrepreneurial journey in Ohio, the Foundation is harnessing the potential of Columbus and The Ohio State University—his alma mater—to strengthen the region’s role as a hub for software and digital innovation.
Through strategic programs and partnerships, it connects students and innovators with education, mentorship, and career opportunities, while Ratmir actively champions emerging technologies and their impact.
Education
The Timashev Family Foundation is advancing education to meet the growing demand for software talent and startup ecosystems.
In 2023, the Foundation established the Center for Software Innovation (CSI) at The Ohio State University with a historic $110 million gift. CSI drives learning, career development, and entrepreneurship, offering courses like “Intro to Software Startups” and hosting events such as Construct I/O: The Builder’s Summit. Ratmir serves as its inaugural Executive in Residence and Advisory Council Chairman. CSI has also expanded globally through a partnership with the Kyiv School of Economics, supporting workforce development and veterans’ education.
Beyond CSI, the Foundation has long supported Ohio State, funding faculty programs in scientific applications and data analytics. It also backs Technology Leaders of the Future (TLF), which connects top students in Cyprus and Italy with world-class education and industry experience. Additionally, the Foundation is a key supporter of Greens Farms Academy in Connecticut, helping to shape the next generation of leaders.
Arts
The Timashev Family Foundation is committed to enriching communities by supporting arts and cultural institutions, ensuring access to artistic experiences and the preservation of cultural traditions.
In 2020, the Foundation made a landmark $17 million gift to Ohio State’s College of Arts and Sciences, the largest in its history, to support university initiatives and the Timashev Family Music Building—one of the nation’s most advanced music facilities. In recognition of their contributions, Ratmir and Angela received Ohio State’s Distinguished Service Award.
Angela, an avid art supporter, serves on the board of the Bruce Museum in Greenwich, Connecticut, which showcases art, science, and natural history. The Foundation also supports Dallas Contemporary, a museum dedicated to emerging and established artists.
During the pandemic, the Foundation helped revitalize in-person cultural events, becoming a key supporter of the 2022 Smithsonian Folklife Festival. Its sponsorship of The Gifts We Carry: Sounds of Migration and Memory, a concert led by Yo-Yo Ma, celebrated resilience and cultural diversity through music.
Community Empowerment
The Timashev Family Foundation is dedicated to strengthening communities through humanitarian aid, climate resilience, and essential services.
In response to global crises, the Foundation has supported refugee and humanitarian efforts in Afghanistan and Ukraine. In 2022, it helped the Aleph Institute deliver medical supplies and life-saving treatments to communities in Afghanistan. Following the invasion of Ukraine, it partnered with World Central Kitchen, helping provide hundreds of thousands of warm meals to those affected by the war. The Foundation also supports IsraAid, a global leader in disaster relief, and the Mighty Oaks Foundation, which provides resiliency and recovery programs for U.S. veterans.
The Foundation is committed to environmental conservation and proudly supports the Wild Salmon Center in its efforts to protect critical salmon ecosystems. In 2024, the organization recognized Ratmir for his contributions to preserving these habitats.
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