The International Finance Corporation (IFC) is a member of The World Bank Group that focuses on fostering sustainable economic growth in developing countries through private sector investment. It provides a range of financial services, including loans, equity investments, quasi-equity products, and advisory services aimed at supporting startups and various stages of company development. IFC invests in sectors such as agribusiness, financial services, health, education, infrastructure, global manufacturing, oil and gas, telecommunications, and tourism, with a particular emphasis on projects that promote food security, digital finance, and affordable healthcare. The organization targets investments ranging from $1 million to $100 million, often seeking minority stakes but may also take a majority position in its portfolio companies. IFC aims to create jobs, generate tax revenues, and enhance corporate governance in emerging markets, thus contributing positively to local communities. Established in 1956 and headquartered in Washington, D.C., IFC operates globally with offices across various regions, focusing its efforts on financing projects that align with its mission of improving lives in developing countries.

Northern Gulf Partners is a private equity firm and corporate finance advisor based in Baghdad, Iraq, with additional offices in New York and London. Established in 2007, the firm specializes in direct investments across various sectors, including financial services, technology, infrastructure, health care, food and beverage, agriculture, housing, energy, and media and telecommunications. Northern Gulf Partners typically engages in investments starting from $10 million and offers advisory services for transactions valued at $40 million and above. The firm aims to connect Iraq's premier businesses with global investors, facilitating growth and development in key industries.

500 Global, formerly known as 500 Startups, is a venture capital firm and incubator based in Mountain View, California, founded in 2010. The firm specializes in seed investments, primarily focusing on early-stage technology and financial services startups across various sectors, including biotech, e-commerce, fintech, and digital healthcare. 500 Global operates a four-month accelerator program, where it typically invests between $0.05 million and $1 million for a 5 to 10 percent equity stake in companies with at least $100,000 in monthly revenue. The firm targets a global market, with particular emphasis on regions such as the Middle East, Asia, Europe, and Latin America. Since its inception, it has invested in over 2,200 startups and supports the growth of innovation ecosystems through educational programs and partnerships. 500 Global also prioritizes investments in companies led by minority founders, reflecting its commitment to diverse entrepreneurial leadership.

Flat6Labs is a prominent startup accelerator founded in 2011 and based in Cairo, Egypt, dedicated to supporting seed-stage ventures primarily in the MENA region. The organization funds and mentors a select group of startups every four months, providing them with seed capital and office space. Through partnerships, particularly with the American University in Cairo, Flat6Labs offers mentorship and educational programs designed to address the real-world challenges entrepreneurs face in building successful businesses. The accelerator has expanded its reach with additional offices in cities including Abu Dhabi, Amman, Beirut, Jeddah, Manama, and Tunis. Flat6Labs is also a member of the Global Accelerator Network, further enhancing its network and resources for startups. In collaboration with the Saudi Venture Capital Company, it manages early-stage venture capital funds that target various sectors, including technology and mobile applications, with investments ranging from SAR 0.75 million to SAR 1.5 million in emerging companies.

Alcazar Capital Limited is a private equity firm based in Dubai, specializing in buyout investments across various sectors, including telecom infrastructure, fintech, energy, healthcare, logistics, real estate, and education. The firm focuses on emerging markets in Sub-Saharan Africa, the MENA region, South East Asia, India, and the Commonwealth of Independent States, while also investing in developed markets. With a portfolio that exceeds $1.0 billion in assets under management, Alcazar Capital typically seeks to acquire a majority stake in its portfolio companies. Additionally, the firm offers financial advisory services to smaller organizations and manages client-focused investment portfolios. Established in 2007, Alcazar Capital employs a combination of fundamental and quantitative analysis, along with in-house research, to guide its investment strategies.

Waha Capital is an investment firm based in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, founded in 1997. The company invests across a diverse range of sectors, including aviation leasing, financial services, healthcare, maritime, industrial real estate, infrastructure, and oil and gas. It provides aircraft leasing services to commercial airlines and cargo operators, as well as oilfield services and related equipment to the oil and gas sector. Waha Capital also offers various financial products, such as personal and auto loans, credit cards, and deposits. In the healthcare sector, it operates a network of medical facilities, including hospitals, clinics, and pharmacies. Additionally, Waha Capital is involved in infrastructure projects and is a co-sponsor of the MENA Infrastructure Fund, focusing on investments in high-quality light industrial real estate in Abu Dhabi. The firm has built a strong reputation in capital markets through its proprietary credit portfolio and advisory services.

L Catterton Asia is a private equity firm specializing in middle-market growth capital and emerging market investments. The firm seeks to invest in consumer product brands (accessories, footwear and handbags, leather goods, watches, and jewelry), lifestyle retail, selective retail and distribution (furnishing, home decoration, and fashion apparel), specialty retail, lifestyle food and beverages (wines and spirits, lifestyles, and restaurant), natural and super foods, travel and tourism, health, beauty and wellness (luxury spas, holistic care facilities, perfumes, and cosmetics), boutique hospitality, media and entertainment, and private education sectors. It primarily invests in the Asia Pacific region, China, India, Southeast Asia, North Asian markets such as Japan and Taiwan, and other Developed Asian markets such as Korea, Australia, and New Zealand. The firm seeks to invest in Middle East. The firm considers investments between $50 million and $150 million in companies valued at between $100 million to $1 billion. Although the firm prefers to take minority shareholding in portfolio companies, it is nevertheless open to take majority stake in collaboration with other investors. The firm seeks to take controlling stake in the companies. It has an investment horizon of approximately four to six years. L Catterton Asia was founded on 2009 and is based in Singapore with additional offices in Shanghai, China; Mumbai, India; Delhi, India; and Sydney, Australia.

BECO Fund I is a venture capital fund managed by BECO Capital, specializing in late seed to early venture and growth capital investments. Founded in 2012 and based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, the firm focuses on technology-driven companies in the Middle East and North Africa, with particular attention to the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Levant, Egypt, and other GCC countries. BECO Capital typically invests between $0.25 million and $3 million in small to medium-sized enterprises, acting as a lead investor while also co-investing. The firm prioritizes socially responsible companies with early adopter users and some revenue, providing not only financial support but also hands-on operational mentorship to enhance growth.

Wamda Capital is a prominent venture capital firm based in Dubai, with an additional office in Jordan, that was established in 2010. It specializes in investing in high-growth technology businesses within the MENA region, focusing on exceptional entrepreneurs. The firm targets both seed and growth-stage investments, particularly in the financial services, consumer goods, and technology sectors. Wamda Capital aims to support its portfolio companies through successive rounds of financing, guiding them toward successful exits.

Oasis500 is the leading seed investment company and business accelerator in the Tech and Creative Industry spaces based in Amman, Jordan. We enable great entrepreneurs to transform their viable ideas or creative talents into scalable businesses. That includes finding those entrepreneurs, investing in their startups, bridging their know-how gap, and eventually helping them get follow-on funding. In the process, we have become one of the most influential players in advancing the entrepreneurship and innovation ecosystem in Jordan and the MENA region in general. It all starts with reaching out to those people with the entrepreneurial drive, compelling them to embrace it and submit their startup ideas to Oasis500. Successful applicants are invited to attend our intensive Business and Entrepreneurship workshop aimed at building their entrepreneurial capacity and maximizing their potential of securing funding. Those with more mature pitches may go to the investment stage directly and skip the workshop. Startups that are successful at securing funding from Oasis500 will be accelerated at our facilities for 180 days where the focus will be on driving growth. Startups will have access to the tremendous cumulative know-how of Oasis500 staff, and our wonderful network of mentors. Not to mention the vibrant community that will help them come to terms with their maturing entrepreneurial identity. They will also be introduced to our investors network at a later stage as part of our focused efforts to help them get follow-on funding when needed.

Sawari Ventures is an Egyptian private equity firm established in 2009 that focuses on early-to-growth stage investments in technology businesses throughout the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. With a keen understanding of the local culture and business environment, the firm identifies investment opportunities in a region characterized by a youthful, digital-savvy population and significant disposable income. Sawari Ventures aims to capitalize on the burgeoning demand for consumer technology products and services by investing in software and technology, media, and telecommunications sectors. The firm typically invests between $250,000 and $1 million in a select number of companies, leveraging its global network and local expertise to help transform regional visionaries into successful global enterprises.

Fin VC is focused on B2B, principally Enterprise SaaS FinTech companies within seven sub-sectors: Alternative Lending, Asset Management, Real Estate Tech, InsureTech, Health Care solutions, Blockchain Enterprise Applications, and Enabling Tech. FIN invests globally in the US, EU, MENA, Israel, and Asia. As former corporate and start-up operators, the Fin team takes a hands-on approach, helping its portfolio companies with access to capital (equity/debt), talent sourcing, and business development support. Fin is building a Global Financial Platform that will provide LPs with unique fund strategies and co-investment opportunities alongside of the fund and in Special Situation Growth/Late stage companies.

Emerging Investment Partners is a private equity investment firm specializing in long-term growth capital in small and medium companies. The firm also prefers to make buyout investments. It does not invest in real estate and building materials. The firm prefers to invest in sector agnostic but has a major focus on consumer discretionary and export sectors. Within consumer discretionary it focuses on financial services, food and beverage, education, and healthcare among others. It seeks to invest in companies having presence in Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region with a focus on Egypt. The firm seeks to invest in companies with EBITDA from $1 million to $2 million and prefers to equity investment from $5 million to $10 million. It prefers to take a significant minority, majority or a controlling stake. The firm prefers to take an exit within 3 to 5 years. Emerging Investment Partners was founded in 2014 and is based in Beirut, Lebanon.

Ithmaar Bank, established in Bahrain in 1984, is a Shariah-compliant financial institution that offers a range of banking products and services, including retail, commercial, and treasury services. Originally known as Faysal Investment Bank of Bahrain, it transitioned from being a wholly-owned subsidiary of Shamil Bank to an independent entity in 2003. The bank's investment arm focuses on private equity, specializing in direct investments and fund of funds across various sectors such as infrastructure, oil and gas, real estate, and technology. It primarily targets high-growth regions in the Middle East, North Africa, and South Asia, and may also engage in hedge fund investments. Ithmaar Bank is headquartered in Manama, Bahrain, and maintains a diverse investment portfolio, including murabaha financing, sukuk, and leasing assets.

North Base Media is an investment firm focused on journalistic enterprise and digital-driven opportunities in emerging markets. North Base creates value by bringing top-level international media expertise and capital to invested companies that will benefit from the deep knowledge, reputation and extensive connections of North Base’s partners. NBM focuses on both early- and mid-stage companies that show promise in key emerging markets. The portfolio companies, in turn, will benefit from being properly capitalized to pursue growth opportunities, by getting access to unique digital, media and journalistic know-how, and by being able to tap one another's expertise. NBM specializes in independently owned media or technologies that enable consumers to participate in their countries’ civic, cultural and economic life and that aim to be essential to key audiences in their markets. North Base is not aligned with governments, political causes or forces in the countries where it operates.

GroFin is an international financier and business support provider that specializes in funding small and mid-sized enterprises (SMEs) requiring between US$100,000 and US$1.5 million. Founded in 2004 and based in Mauritius, GroFin focuses on businesses in the Sub-Saharan African region, leveraging its market expertise to assist local entrepreneurs in achieving success. The company combines tailored financial solutions with ongoing business support to enhance the success rates of its investments, thereby broadening companies' financial foundations and fostering positive socioeconomic impacts. Its GroFin Africa Fund, initiated in 2009, targets investments primarily in consumer non-durable goods, hospitality, and leisure sectors, reinforcing GroFin's commitment to driving growth in the African market.

Marathon Oil Corporation is an independent exploration and production company based in the United States, primarily engaged in the extraction and development of oil and natural gas resources. Founded in 1887, the company has a diverse portfolio of exploration activities across several regions, including the United States, Norway, Equatorial Guinea, Poland, Angola, and Iraqi Kurdistan. Within the U.S., Marathon Oil focuses on liquids-rich shale plays, notably the Bakken and Eagle Ford formations. The company also has interests in the Athabasca oil sands in Canada and Waha Oil Company in Libya. As of the end of 2023, Marathon Oil reported net proved reserves of 1.1 billion barrels of oil equivalent and an average net production of 405 thousand barrels of oil equivalent per day, with approximately 70% derived from oil and natural gas liquids and 30% from natural gas. The company's headquarters is located in Houston, Texas.

212 Limited is a venture capital firm based in Luxembourg City, established in 2011. The firm specializes in early to late-stage investments in internet, communication, and technology sectors, with a particular emphasis on software, social gaming, eCommerce, mobile applications, social media, and cloud computing. 212 Limited primarily targets investment opportunities in Turkey, the Central and Eastern Europe (CEE) region, and the Middle East (MENA). The firm typically invests between $0.5 million and $3 million in its portfolio companies, generally preferring to acquire minority stakes. Founded by a team of experienced professionals, 212 aims to cultivate a robust entrepreneurial ecosystem within its focus regions, leveraging their diverse backgrounds in both global corporations and startups to drive strategic growth and operational success.

Terra Firma, founded by Guy Hands in 1994 and based in London, is a private equity investment firm that focuses on transforming asset-rich businesses requiring fundamental change. The firm raises long-term capital from a diverse range of investors, allowing it to invest time, money, and expertise into projects that build sustainable, best-in-class businesses. Terra Firma operates in five key areas: Transformational Private Equity, Support Capital, Operational Secondaries, Operational Real Estate, and Infrastructure 'Plus'. By enhancing the strategy, operations, finances, and management of its investments, the firm has successfully invested €17 billion across 34 businesses, achieving an aggregate enterprise value exceeding €48 billion.

Foursan Group is a private equity firm founded in 2000 and based in Amman, Jordan, with an additional office in London, United Kingdom. The firm specializes in investing in mid-sized growth companies across various sectors, including financial services, food and beverage, education, aviation, pharmaceuticals, telecommunications, and healthcare. Foursan Group primarily targets investment opportunities in the Middle East, with a strong emphasis on Jordan and selective engagements in the Levant and North Africa. The firm typically makes equity investments ranging from $10 million to $25 million, aiming for a majority or controlling stake and a seat on the Board of Directors of its portfolio companies. Over the past two decades, Foursan has launched multiple growth capital funds in collaboration with regional and global investors, contributing to job creation across the region, while also promoting ESG standards within its investment practices.

HoneyBee Tech Ventures FZ LLC is a incubation firm specializing in incubation. The firm typically invests in consumer Internet ventures. The firm invests in the Middle East. HoneyBee Tech Ventures FZ LLC was founded in 2011 and is based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

MicroVest is a private equity firm based in Bethesda, Maryland, founded in 2003. It specializes in investing in small and medium-sized enterprises, focusing particularly on low-income financial institutions, such as microfinance institutions and consumer finance companies. The firm operates through its mPower Investment Program and prefers to invest in regions including the Middle East, Latin America, Central America, Mexico, the United States, Canada, Europe, Eastern Europe, Asia, and the Indian Subcontinent. MicroVest typically makes investments ranging from $0.1 million to $15 million, utilizing various financial instruments such as debt, loan guarantees, equity with an exit strategy, and quasi-equity sub-debt.

Simest is a financial firm focused on the development and promotion of Italian enterprises abroad. Simest acquires up to 49% of the equity capital of foreign firms in countries outside the European Union, whether wholly-owned by Italian companies or set up as joint ventures with local partners. It also provides start-up and growth capital financing as well as participating in buyouts. Geographically it invests in non-EU countries, focusing on BRIC, Americas and Middle-East. Simest also provides Italian companies seeking to internationalize their businesses with technical assistance and advisory services. Simest is a member of the European Development Finance Institutions (EDFI) and the Italian Venture Capital and Private Equity Association (AIFI).

Samena Capital is a principal investment group established in 2008 and based in Dubai, concentrating on the Subcontinent, Asia, the Middle East, and North Africa. The firm has successfully raised approximately $1.1 billion in assets and has achieved around $500 million in returns from over 40 full and partial exits. Currently, Samena Capital oversees total capital commitments of about $700 million, employing three main investment strategies: private equity, direct investments, and credit. Additionally, the firm manages the Samena Special Situations Fund III, a restructuring fund launched in 2017, which specifically targets investments in the Indian subcontinent and Asia.

Founded in 2006, BPE Partners (formerly known as Beltone Private Equity) is a Egypt-based investment firm, focused primarily on investing in automotive, energy, real estate, technology, consumer products and healthcare sectors.

Daman Investments PSC is a private investment manager based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, specializing in non-banking financial services. Established in 1998, the firm offers advisory and brokerage services to institutions, family offices, and high-net-worth individuals. Daman Investments manages mutual funds and invests primarily in the public equity markets of the Middle East and North Africa. Additionally, through its subsidiary Daman Development Capital, the firm engages in private equity and venture capital, focusing on growth capital investments in small to medium-sized enterprises across various sectors, including energy, technology, and logistics. The firm also explores opportunities in art investment and typically commits up to $8.2 million in its ventures.

IFU is a venture capital and private equity firm based in Copenhagen, Denmark, that specializes in providing equity, mezzanine financing, loans, and guarantees to projects in developing countries. Established in 1967, IFU focuses on creating and financing new businesses, joint ventures between Danish companies and local partners, and acquiring existing ventures. The firm primarily invests in sectors such as commercial services, biofuels, renewable energy, and irrigation systems, with a particular emphasis on climate and agribusiness. Investments are targeted at countries with a low gross national income per capita, as defined by specific criteria, and include regions across Africa, Asia, Europe, and Latin America. IFU typically invests between DKK 0.5 million and DKK 100 million and often seeks co-investment opportunities with Danish firms. The firm also supports small and medium-sized enterprises and provides advisory services for business investments in developing markets. With a preference for board membership, IFU aims to exit investments within five to seven years, ensuring a positive return for its stakeholders.

Petroleum Equity is a private equity firm established in 2012 and headquartered in London, specializing in investments in the upstream energy sector outside of North America. The firm aims to become a leading player in this market by focusing on high-quality upstream oil and gas assets. Its investment strategy targets distressed and overlooked assets, emphasizing opportunities for appraisal and early-stage production. Petroleum Equity's team comprises senior industry professionals with over 20 years of experience in technical, operational, financial, and principal investments. The firm typically invests between $75 million and $150 million in each portfolio company, seeking to partner with top-tier management teams in Europe and other regions.

GE Equity, a division of General Electric, focuses on maximizing returns on the company's investment capital through strategic equity investments. Established with a blend of extensive equity investing experience and the operational expertise of GE, the division primarily seeks minority ownership stakes in established companies that exhibit high growth potential. GE Equity emphasizes various investment strategies, including growth capital, buy-out co-investments, secondary direct purchases, recapitalizations, and limited partner investments. The division leverages GE's global reach and industry knowledge to identify and capitalize on promising investment opportunities across diverse sectors.

Levant Capital is a management-owned investment firm established in 2006 and headquartered in Dubai. The firm specializes in private equity investments, focusing on mid-market companies in the consumer sector across the Middle East, Turkey, and North Africa. With approximately $200 million under management, Levant Capital primarily invests through the MENA Transformation Fund, which is fully invested and includes contributions from international institutional investors and prominent family offices in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC). The firm’s investment strategy encompasses various sectors, including consumer non-durables, apparel, healthcare, energy, manufacturing, and business products and services.

Founded in 2012, D2L Capital was a venture capital investment firm headquartered in London, United Kingdom. The firm sought to invest in Europe and the Middle East countries

Truffle Capital S.A.S., founded in 2001 and based in Paris, France, is an independent venture capital and private equity firm that specializes in financing innovative startups across various sectors, including information technology, life sciences, and energy. The firm focuses on disruptive technologies, particularly in fintech, insurtech, biomedicine, and medical devices. Truffle Capital primarily invests in European companies with a presence in high-growth regions such as North Africa, the Middle East, India, and Brazil. Its investment strategy includes targeting companies with revenues between €0.1 million and €100 million, and it typically invests amounts ranging from €0.25 million to €80 million per company. The firm prefers to take minority or majority stakes and seeks to hold investments for around five years, often taking board seats to support the growth of its portfolio companies. Over its history, Truffle Capital has raised over $1 billion and has supported more than 75 companies, aiming to nurture future market leaders in their respective fields.

Incofin Investment Management is a private equity firm based in Wilrijk, Belgium, that specializes in investing in microfinance institutions (MFIs) and small to medium enterprises (SMEs) in developing countries. The firm focuses on providing financial services, including credit, savings, and insurance, to underserved populations, particularly in rural areas and the agricultural sector. Incofin IM typically makes debt, equity, and guarantee investments, while ensuring it does not become a majority shareholder in the MFIs it supports, thus participating actively in governance. It primarily targets investments in regions such as Sub-Saharan Africa, Central Asia, and Southeast Asia, with a commitment to investing at least 25% in African, Caribbean, and Pacific countries. The firm has a strong emphasis on financial inclusion, seeking to enhance access to financial services for smallholder farmers and those involved in agricultural value chains. With 15 years of experience in impact investing, Incofin IM aims to create positive social outcomes alongside financial returns.

Fajr Capital is a principal investment firm established in 2008 and headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The firm specializes in making investments in high-growth markets within the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), focusing on sectors such as financial services, education, infrastructure, renewable energy, and manufacturing. By leveraging its expertise and regional insights, Fajr Capital seeks to create value for its clients through strategic investments that align with emerging market trends and opportunities.

FL Partners is a private equity firm specializing in investments in growth capital, buyouts and PIPE transactions.

Standard Chartered Bank is a multinational banking and financial services company headquartered in London, United Kingdom, with a history dating back to 1853. It operates through various segments, including Corporate & Institutional Banking, Retail Banking, Commercial Banking, and Private Banking. The bank offers a comprehensive array of financial products and services, such as current and savings accounts, loans, mortgages, credit cards, and wealth management solutions. Its corporate finance division provides structured financing, mergers and acquisitions advisory, and trade finance services. Additionally, Standard Chartered delivers transaction banking services, including cash management and electronic banking solutions. With a strong presence across Asia, Africa, Europe, the Americas, and the Middle East, the bank serves a diverse clientele, including individuals, small businesses, corporations, and governments, through its extensive network of branches. Standard Chartered aims to foster economic growth and prosperity in the regions it operates, emphasizing its commitment to being "Here for good."

GFH Capital, established in 2006 and formerly known as Injazat Capital, is a prominent private equity investor and advisory firm based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. As a subsidiary of GFH Financial Group, it specializes in providing capital and strategic support to growth-oriented companies primarily in Arab countries. With over a decade of experience, GFH Capital has built a strong reputation for its investment management, having structured investments exceeding USD 8 billion across more than 40 companies in 25 countries. The firm is notable for its establishment of the region's first Sharia-compliant venture capital fund, the Injazat Technology Fund, which has achieved significant returns and recognition in the market. GFH Capital maintains strong relationships with various government entities, financial institutions, and high-net-worth individuals, which enhances its access to key decision-makers in the industry. The firm is committed to ethical investment practices and corporate governance, setting a standard for private equity in the Middle East.

Middle East Venture Partners is a venture capital firm founded in 2010 and headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, with additional offices in Beirut, Lebanon, Manama, Bahrain, and San Jose, California. The firm specializes in investing in early and growth-stage companies, focusing on small and medium enterprises across various sectors. These sectors include cloud-based software, consumer technology, financial technology, logistics, hospitality, and digital services. Middle East Venture Partners aims to invest between $0.2 million and $5 million in its portfolio companies, typically seeking minority stakes of 15% to 30%. The firm's investment strategy emphasizes opportunities in the North Africa and Middle East region, particularly in the GCC markets, Lebanon, Palestine, Turkey, and the greater Levant area.

Qalaa Holdings S.A.E., founded in 2004 and headquartered in Cairo, Egypt, is a private equity and venture capital firm focused on investments in the Middle East and Africa, particularly in North and East Africa. The firm specializes in growth capital, turnarounds, and leveraged buyouts across various sectors, including energy, cement, agrifoods, transportation, logistics, and mining. With investments totaling approximately $9.5 billion, Qalaa Holdings aims to concentrate on high-growth industries while divesting from non-core assets. The firm typically seeks majority ownership and collaborates with other investors, emphasizing socially responsible investment practices. By prioritizing innovation and sustainability, Qalaa Holdings strives to build businesses that will significantly impact the region's economic future.

Founded in 2006, Investment Corporation of Dubai is a sovereign wealth fund of the Government of Dubai based in the United Arab Emirates. The firm manages the Government of Dubai's portfolio in commercial companies and investments.

Abu Dhabi Investment Council is a sovereign wealth fund established in 2007 and based in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The Council manages the government's surplus financial resources through a globally diversified investment strategy encompassing various asset classes. Its investment portfolio includes private equity, real estate, infrastructure, global special situations, hedge funds, public equity, and fixed income markets. In private equity, the Council engages in direct, secondary, and fund of fund investments, with a focus on the MENA region. Its real estate investments span multiple sectors, including retail, office, industrial, and residential properties. The Council's infrastructure investments target large-scale public systems, such as transportation and utilities. Additionally, it pursues hedge fund investments across various strategies and maintains a diverse fixed income portfolio. Through its global special situations investments, the Council seeks unique opportunities that do not fit traditional asset classifications but promise higher returns, emphasizing a strategic focus on Abu Dhabi and the broader MENA region.

Founded in 1991, Emirates International Investment Company is the the private equity arm of National Holding. The firm invests in financial services worldwide and manages assets across Europe, USA and Asia.

Global Ventures is an international venture capital firm, investing in founders and ideas across emerging markets. They back global-minded founders that are leading growth-stage companies and using technology to transform emerging markets and the world. The Global Ventures team is a diverse, collaborative, talented and curious group of professionals who, combined, have years of experience and expertise building and scaling companies.

The International Investment Bank of Bahrain is an Islamic investment bank with a regional focus. The Bank's core businesses include structured products and real estate and private equity placement in conformity with Shari'ah. The Bank’s shareholders are high net worth individuals, business houses and institutions from Gulf Council Community (GCC) states.

Zouk Capital LLP, established in 1999 and headquartered in London with an office in Singapore, is a private equity and venture capital firm that specializes in investments across various sectors, including clean technology, renewable energy, and infrastructure. The firm targets seed and startup capital as well as growth capital, primarily investing in companies with proven products and revenues ranging from €2 million to €200 million. Zouk Capital emphasizes resource efficiency driven by technology, particularly in industrial and information technology, and aims to support companies that enhance efficiency across the global economy. Its clean technology investments focus on areas such as renewable energy, energy efficiency, and environmental services, while infrastructure investments often involve renewable energy generation and resource efficiency projects. Zouk typically seeks to lead investments and secure board representation in its portfolio companies, aiming for exits through IPOs or trade sales within three to five years. The firm is actively involved in building partnerships with management teams and leverages an extensive international network to enhance the growth of its portfolio companies.

iMENA Group is a venture capital investment firm established in 2013 and headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The firm focuses on the consumer Internet market in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, targeting the hyper-growth phase of this sector. iMENA invests in and collaborates with promising founders and organizations across various industries, leveraging globally proven technology and business models. Additionally, the company provides strategic and operational support to help address the challenges of developing and scaling online businesses in the MENA region.

Rasmala is a privately owned investment management firm with a presence in both Dubai, United Arab Emirates, and London, United Kingdom. The firm specializes in Shariah-compliant investments across various asset classes, including public equity, fixed income, and alternative markets, with a focus on the Middle East, North Africa, and Europe. Rasmala provides tailored investment solutions to a diverse clientele that includes government entities, sovereign wealth funds, pension plans, corporations, and ultra high net worth individuals. The firm manages separate client-focused portfolios and advises on funds, targeting sectors such as energy, real estate, natural resources, agriculture, and logistics. Rasmala also engages in investment banking activities, offering advisory and financing solutions to its clients.

Bank of Baroda, founded in 1908, is a prominent commercial bank headquartered in Maharashtra, India. The bank provides a comprehensive range of financial products and services, including personal banking, commercial banking, and corporate banking solutions. Its offerings encompass accounts and deposits, loans, investments, insurance, and digital banking services. Bank of Baroda also engages in specialized services such as supply chain finance, cash management, and treasury services. With a presence in 17 countries, the bank aims to meet diverse banking needs for individuals, businesses, and corporate clients. The merger with Vijaya Bank in 2019 further expanded its reach and service capabilities.

Standish Mellon Asset Management Company LLC is a privately owned investment manager. The firm provides its services to individuals, high net worth individuals, banking or thrift institutions, investment companies, pension and profit sharing plans, pooled investment vehicles, charitable organizations, corporations, state or municipal government entities, insurance reserves, nuclear decommissioning trusts, endowments, foundations, government & corporate operating funds, healthcare organizations, insurance companies, commingled funds, trusts, and unions & Taft Hartley plans. It manages separate client-focused fixed income portfolios. The firm also launches and manages mutual funds for its clients. It invests in the public equity and fixed income markets across the globe. The firm invests in corporate bonds, mortgage/asset-backed securities, treasuries/TIPS, and non-us fixed income securities. It employs a fundamental analysis with a top-down and a bottom-up stock picking approach to create its portfolios. The firm benchmarks the performance of its fixed income portfolios against the Barclays Indices and BofA Indices. It was founded in 1933 and is based in Boston, Massachusetts with an additional office in San Francisco, California.

Endeavor is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting high-impact entrepreneurs globally, with the aim of fostering long-term economic growth. Established in 1997 and headquartered in New York City, Endeavor operates in various countries, including Argentina, Brazil, and South Africa, among others. The organization identifies, mentors, and accelerates entrepreneurs who have the potential to create substantial economic impact in their regions. In addition to its core mission, Endeavor Catalyst, the venture capital arm of Endeavor Global, focuses on making growth equity investments in startups across sectors such as agriculture, fintech, and healthcare. Established in 2012, Endeavor Catalyst typically invests in companies generating revenues between $0.5 million and $15 million and participates in financing rounds of $5 million or more. This co-investment model not only supports the entrepreneurs but also contributes to the sustainability of Endeavor's broader initiatives.