Alexander Kotenkov

Alexander Alexeyevich Kotenkov is a former plenipotentiary representative of the President of the Russian Federation, the Federation [Council (Russia)|Federation Council], former plenipotentiary representative of the President of the Russian Federation in the State Duma, a former member of the Federal Council of the Party of [Russian Unity and Accord]. He has the federal state civilian service rank of 1st class [Active State Councillor of the Russian Federation].
Born in Krasnodar region in a working-class family.
Master of Sports, a multiple champion of the USSR and Russia in sailing. Member of the Executive Committee of the Russian Olympic Committee. From 2000 to 2008 — President of the Russian Yachting Federation.