OREANDA-NEWS. November 21, 2007. General Director of MMC Norilsk Nickel Denis Morozov became a member of the National Professional Team. The project was initiated by the United Russia party and approved of by President Vladimir Putin, Norilsk Nickel's press service reports.

The best Russian professionals of all ages and political convictions took part in the contest. Key selection criteria included managerial achievements, business performance, social responsibility, breadth of mind and professional rating in their respective industries.

Describing the project, D. Morozov noted that "it will help identify top professionals with successful business record who are capable of resolving economic and social problems of scale."

"This victory means absolute recognition of the honest efforts contributed by thousands of Norilsk Nickel workers. I am most grateful to the leaders of our country for their high opinion and support of our strategic development projects both in Russia and abroad," said Mr. Morozov.

Upon the results of this contest, a list of Russia's best professionals will be formed for such categories as federal and municipal administration, industry and services, the mass media, education, science and culture, healthcare, and agriculture.