International Finance Corporation

International Finance Corporation (IFC), established in 1956, is a member of the World Bank Group dedicated to fostering private sector development in emerging markets. Headquartered in Washington, D.C., with global offices, IFC provides financial and advisory services to support economic activities across various sectors such as infrastructure, agriculture, manufacturing, and financial services. It invests in both direct equity and debt, as well as fund investments, with a focus on projects that promote sustainable development and inclusive growth. IFC's investment range typically spans from $1 million to $100 million, with a minority equity stake, often up to 20%. It also offers debt financing, with loan sizes up to 25% of total project costs or 50% for expansion projects. IFC's portfolio includes a mix of asset-backed securities, corporate debt securities, government obligations, equity investments, and derivative assets. It aims to exit investments through domestic stock markets, arrangements with project sponsors, or public listings within 7 to 15 years.

Wale Ayeni

Regional Head Africa Venture Capital

Paulo De Bolle

Director, Special Situations

Ali Demirci

Global Head, Venture Capital Funds

Andi Dervishi

Chief Investment Officer and Global Head, Fintech

Makhtar Diop

Managing Director

Imad N. Fakhoury

IFC Regional Director South Asia

Allen Forlemu

Regional Industry Director, Financial Institutions Group, Asia and Pacific

Stephanie Friedeburg

Vice President, Corporate Strategy and Resources

Mohamed Gouled

Vice President, Industries

Cheryl Hanway

Director

Saadia Khairi

Vice President and Chief Risk Officer

Rosy Khanna

Regional Industry Director for Financial Institutions in Asia-Pacific

Alfonso Garcia Mora

Regional Vice President for Europe, Latin America and the Caribbean

Vivek Pathak

Director and Global Head of Climate Business

Mary Peschka

Regional Director for Eastern Africa

Sergio Pimenta

Regional Vice President, Africa

Oumar Seydi

IFC Regional Director, Africa

Sarvesh Suri

Regional Industry Director, Infrastructure and Natural Resources

Dahlia Khalifa

Regional Director of Central Africa, Liberia, Nigeria and Sierra Leone

Past deals in Middle East

Bank of Palestine

Post in 2024
Bank of Palestine is a prominent financial institution operating in Palestine, focusing on a diverse range of banking services. Its main business segments include retail banking, corporate banking, and treasury services. The retail banking segment is the bank's primary revenue generator, offering services such as consumer loans, overdrafts, credit card facilities, and managing individual customer deposits. In the corporate banking sector, Bank of Palestine caters to corporate and institutional clients by providing loans, credit facilities, and deposit accounts. Additionally, the bank's treasury services encompass trading and other treasury-related activities, contributing to its overall financial operations. Through these comprehensive offerings, Bank of Palestine aims to meet the diverse financial needs of its individual and corporate customers.

Ulker Biskuvi Sanayi

Post in 2024
Ulker Biskuvi is a prominent Turkish manufacturer specializing in a variety of baked goods, including biscuits, crackers, chocolate, and cakes. Operating from multiple production facilities in Turkey, the company produces well-known brands such as Ulker, Alpella, Halk, Kat Tat, and Karsa. Biscuit and chocolate sales each contribute over 40% to Ulker Biskuvi's total revenue, with cake sales making up the remainder. The company generates nearly 90% of its revenue from the Turkish market and is a subsidiary of Yildiz Holding. Additionally, Ulker Biskuvi has a financial interest in the Godiva brand, further expanding its portfolio in the confectionery sector.

İşbank

Post in 2022
İşbank was founded by Great Leader Mustafa Kemal Atatürk on the date of 26.08.1924. In the 91 years since its foundation, the Bank has made significant contributions to our country and taken various parts in their country’s development in many different fields, particularly in industry and trade. By the end of 2015, as the largest private bank in Turkey that has more than 25 thousand employees; around 1,400 local and overseas branches; the largest Bankamatik network in Turkey consisting of over 6,000 Bankamatiks; mobile banking, internet banking, telephone banking, and call center services, İşbank has provided its clients with access to banking services in the fastest way possible, and with the opportunity to choose, from a very wide range of financial products, the most convenient ones offered to them by the Bank and its affiliates.

Hellas Direct

Series B in 2018
Hellas Direct is a Cyprus-based digital-first insurance company that leverages advanced technology and artificial intelligence to transform the insurance industry. The company offers a range of insurance products, including car, motorcycle, and home insurance, by utilizing algorithms and advanced analytics to provide competitive pricing. By focusing on operational excellence, Hellas Direct aims to streamline the insurance process, making it simpler and more accessible for clients. With a mission to disrupt the traditional insurance value chain, Hellas Direct adopts a customer-centric approach, ensuring that clients receive the best possible offers tailored to their needs.

CleanMax

Venture Round in 2017
CleanMax is the largest developer of both onsite and off-site solar solutions for corporate clients in India, focusing on a build-own-operate model. The company specializes in providing end-to-end clean energy services, including the construction, financing, and operation and maintenance of solar projects. By offering renewable energy at rates lower than grid tariffs through long-term Power Purchase Agreements, CleanMax enables businesses in the commercial and industrial sectors to access affordable clean power without any upfront investment. The company also extends its services beyond India, operating in the Middle East and South-East Asia.

Hepsiburada.com

Series A in 2015
Hepsiburada is an e-commerce store offering various products such as electronics, apparel, stationery, home decor, and groceries.

Kaiima

Series C in 2013
Kaiima is a biotechnology company based in Lower Galilee, Israel, that has developed a unique non-GMO technology platform known as EP™. This platform, combined with advanced breeding programs, enhances the productivity and resource efficiency of significant food and energy crops. The company collaborates with global partners to create new crop varieties tailored for sustainable agriculture. Additionally, Kaiima specializes in castor bean hybrid development and the marketing and sales of these products. It also engages in the development of high-quality vegetable varieties through its subsidiary, Top Seeds, thereby contributing to improved agricultural outputs and sustainability.

Wataniya Palestine Mobile Telecommunications

Debt Financing in 2009
Wataniya Palestine Mobile Telecommunications is a telecommunication company that provides a range of wireless services for both personal and business use in the Palestinian Authority. Established in 2007 and headquartered in Al Bireh, the company offers prepaid and postpaid packages, various call-related services, and multimedia messaging options, including SMS. Additionally, it provides value-added services such as Facebook access without internet, voicemail, and mobile internet. Wataniya operates 2G and 3G mobile networks, sells handsets, and constructs wireless telecommunication stations and telephone networks. Its products and services are accessible through a network of points of sale, distributors, and agents, catering to the diverse communication needs of its customers.
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