David Bezhuashvili

David Bezhuashvili (born 1969, Manglisi, Tetritskaro Municipality) is a Georgian businessman and philanthropist. In 1994, Bezhuashvili established a company that was later restructured into what is now known as GIG Holding, one of Georgia's largest multi-industry holdings, with activities in energy (thermal and renewable), logistics & transportation, mechanical engineering, agriculture, pharmaceutical production, healthcare, insurance, cement production, real estate development, and the service sector.

From 1999 to 2016, Bezhuashvili was a Member of the Parliament of Georgia, elected as a majoritarian deputy from the Tetritskaro district. During his parliamentary career, he was involved in matters concerning Georgia’s European integration, regional development, and international cooperation.

From 2002 to 2014, he served as the President of the National Weightlifting Federation of Georgia, contributing to the development of sports infrastructure and the promotion of young Georgian athletes on the international stage. In 2015, he founded the David Bezhuashvili Education Foundation, which focuses on advancing education, expanding youth opportunities, and safeguarding Georgia’s cultural heritage.