Investors in Kuwait

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Wamda Capital

Wamda Capital is a prominent venture capital firm based in Dubai, founded in 2010, with an additional office in Jordan. It focuses on investing in high-growth, technology-driven startups across the MENA region, targeting both seed and growth-stage companies. The firm is sector-agnostic but has particular interests in financial services, consumer goods, software, the Internet of Things, and artificial intelligence. Wamda Capital aims to support exceptional entrepreneurs by guiding portfolio companies through successive financing rounds until exit. Additionally, Wamda operates as a knowledge platform, offering integrated programs that include media, community development, research, and advisory services to enhance the regional startup ecosystem.
Made 7 investments in Kuwait

Faith Capital Holding

Faith Capital is a Kuwait-based venture capital firm established in 2016, specializing in investments across various stages, including seed, early, and later stages. The firm focuses on e-commerce businesses in the MENA region, targeting companies with high growth potential. With a management team that possesses extensive business experience in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), Faith Capital aims to support talented founders by fostering sound operations both locally and internationally. The firm's investment interests also extend to sectors such as information technology, software as a service, mobile, and the Internet of Things, emphasizing its commitment to nurturing innovative ventures that contribute to long-term value creation.
Made 7 investments in Kuwait

Rasameel Investment Company

Rasameel Investment Company, established in 2006 and based in Kuwait City, is a wealth management firm that focuses on creating sustainable and scalable businesses through income-generating assets. Catering to a diverse clientele that includes high-net-worth individuals, corporations, governments, and various institutions, Rasameel leverages networking and technology to identify unique investment opportunities. The firm is well-positioned within the regional market, particularly in the realm of Sharia-compliant investment banking and wealth management. With an authorized and paid-up capital of KD 18,026,680, Rasameel is dedicated to providing tailored investment solutions while ensuring effective asset management overseen by its experienced executive team.
Made 4 investments in Kuwait

BECO Capital

BECO Fund I, managed by BECO Capital, is an early-stage venture capital fund based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Founded in 2012, the fund focuses on investing in technology startups within the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, particularly in sectors such as mobile services, software as a service (SaaS), and internet technologies. BECO Fund I typically invests between $0.25 million and $3 million in single funding rounds, targeting small to medium-sized enterprises. The firm seeks to partner with socially responsible companies that have early adopter users and some revenue generation, even if limited. In addition to financial investment, BECO Fund I provides hands-on operational mentorship to its portfolio companies, enhancing their growth potential and overall success.
Made 6 investments in Kuwait

Savour Ventures

Savour Ventures, established in 2017 and headquartered in Kuwait City, is the first food vertical accelerator in the Middle East. The firm focuses on supporting early-stage companies across the food supply chain, which includes sectors such as agriculture, ag-tech, food distribution, retail, consumer packaged goods, food and beverages, and food technology. Savour provides its entrepreneurs with $50,000 in startup capital, access to mentorship and workshops led by industry experts, and a robust network of leading food companies, investors, and media. The accelerator's curriculum is informed by extensive experience from Creative Startups, and it offers collaborative coworking spaces for like-minded food entrepreneurs. Additionally, Savour fosters a powerful alumni network of over 80 founders from its past programs, enhancing opportunities for collaboration and growth within the food industry.
Made 4 investments in Kuwait

Al-Wazzan Education

Al Wazzan Education, established in 1995 and based in Sharq, Kuwait, is a prominent provider of K-12 education, offering American, British, and Arabic curricula. The company has a significant presence in Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Lebanon, and Egypt, operating nine schools that serve over 10,000 students. Al Wazzan Education has formed strategic partnerships with respected institutions such as Northeastern University and has made investments in Gulf University and J's preschool, reflecting its commitment to enhancing educational opportunities in the region.
Made 1 investments in Kuwait

Global Ventures

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.
Made 2 investments in Kuwait

Cedar Mundi Ventures

Cedar Mundi Ventures is a venture capital firm founded in 2016, located in London, United Kingdom. It operates as a joint venture between Spain-based Mundi Ventures and Kuwait-based International Financial Advisors. The firm focuses on investments across various sectors, including business-to-business and business-to-consumer markets, information technology, healthcare, e-commerce, education technology, and financial technology. Its investment strategy primarily targets opportunities within the European and Middle Eastern regions.
Made 1 investments in Kuwait

Relish Venture Partners

Relish Venture Partners is a venture capital firm based in Kuwait City, Kuwait. The firm focuses on investing in startups and emerging businesses primarily within Kuwait and its surrounding regions. By providing capital and strategic support, Relish Venture Partners aims to foster growth and innovation in the local entrepreneurial ecosystem.
Made 1 investments in Kuwait

Saned Partners

Saned Partners is a venture capital firm based in Beirut, Lebanon, founded in 2013. It focuses on nurturing early-stage companies in the MENA region, aiming to support their growth and profitability. The firm invests in various sectors, including information technology, telecommunications, media, light manufacturing, food and beverage, and consumer services. Saned Partners is committed to partnering with entrepreneurs, providing them with the necessary resources to transform their ideas into successful businesses that deliver exceptional value to stakeholders. Through its investments, the firm aspires to act as a catalyst for economic and social development in the region, empowering entrepreneurs to realize their ambitions.
Made 1 investments in Kuwait

Shorooq Partners

Shorooq Partners, established in 2017 and headquartered in Abu Dhabi, operates as a venture capital firm with additional offices in Riyadh, Manama, Cairo, and Dubai. The firm specializes in early-stage investments and venture debt, focusing on sectors such as technology, fintech, game tech, climate, cleantech, cryptocurrency, and web 3.0. Shorooq Partners has successfully built a portfolio that has generated over $1.5 billion in equity value, supported by investments from some of the world's leading sovereign wealth funds.

Seeds Partners

Seeds Partners is a venture capital investment firm established in 2017 and based in Kuwait City, Kuwait. The firm specializes in investing in small-to-medium enterprises (SMEs) across various sectors, including fintech, ed-tech, health and fitness, e-commerce, business software solutions, and data management. By focusing on these industries, Seeds Partners aims to foster growth and innovation within the regional market.
Made 1 investments in Kuwait

NBK Capital Partners

NBK Capital Partners is a private equity and real estate investment firm based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, with additional offices in Kuwait and Turkey. Established in 2005, the firm focuses on middle market companies with high growth potential, specializing in leveraged buyouts, growth capital, and restructuring across various industries, including education, healthcare, manufacturing, consumer staples, consumer discretionary, and technology. NBK Capital Partners typically invests between $20 million and $60 million, aiming for control or significant minority positions. The firm has also made its mark as a leading mezzanine debt investor in the MENA region, having launched the first mezzanine fund in the area in 2009. With a proven track record of 20 investments and 11 successful exits, NBK Capital Partners is dedicated to creating value through hands-on operational involvement and strong deal origination capabilities.

Arzan Venture Capital

Arzan Venture Capital, established in 2013 and based in Kuwait City, Kuwait, is a venture capital firm that focuses on investing in early-stage, innovative technology companies. As the corporate venture arm of Arzan Financial Group, it aims to build strong, lasting relationships with talented entrepreneurs while targeting investments in young and fast-growing tech teams. The firm's investment strategy includes managing a fund that seeks to support up to 18 companies, reflecting its commitment to fostering success in the technology sector.
Made 1 investments in Kuwait

Talabat

Talabat, founded in 2004, is a prominent online food ordering and delivery platform in the Middle East, particularly within the GCC region and Jordan. As part of the global marketplace family Delivery Hero, Talabat connects users with over 5,500 restaurants, catering to a diverse range of culinary preferences. The platform not only facilitates food orders but also allows customers to purchase groceries, flowers, and medicines, all from the convenience of their homes. With a focus on user-friendly online payments and a variety of deals and offers, Talabat has established itself as the leading choice for online food ordering in the region, addressing the immediate delivery needs of its customers effectively.
Made 1 investments in Kuwait

Standard Chartered

Standard Chartered is a multinational bank headquartered in London, United Kingdom, with a history dating back to 1853. The bank provides a comprehensive range of banking products and services across various regions, including Asia, Africa, Europe, the Americas, and the Middle East. Its operations are segmented into Corporate & Institutional Banking, Retail Banking, Commercial Banking, and Private Banking. Standard Chartered offers services such as current and savings accounts, loans, mortgages, credit cards, and wealth management solutions, including investment and portfolio management. Additionally, the bank provides corporate finance services encompassing structured and project financing, strategic advisory, and trade finance, as well as transaction banking services like cash management and securities services. With a workforce of over 86,000 employees and approximately 1,026 branches, Standard Chartered aims to support individuals, businesses, and governments in achieving their financial goals.
Made 1 investments in Kuwait

Sawari Ventures

Sawari Ventures is an Egyptian private equity and venture capital firm established in 2009, headquartered in Cairo. The firm focuses on early-to-growth stage investments in technology businesses across the MENA region, leveraging its deep understanding of the local culture and business environment. Sawari Ventures primarily targets sectors such as consumer internet, fintech, edtech, health tech, deep tech, and e-commerce, with investment sizes ranging from $250,000 to $1 million for selected companies. Recognizing the Middle East as a rapidly growing market with a youthful, tech-savvy population and significant disposable income, Sawari Ventures aims to connect local innovators with global opportunities, facilitating their transformation into internationally recognized successes.

Dimah Capital

Dimah Capital is a Kuwait-based real estate investment firm established in 2007, located in Sharq. The firm specializes in investment consulting services, primarily focusing on real estate investment strategies. Dimah Capital targets a variety of asset types, including office, industrial, and retail properties, providing expertise to organizations seeking to enhance their real estate portfolios.

Zouk Capital

Zouk Capital is a private equity and venture capital firm established in 1999 and headquartered in London, with an additional office in Singapore. The firm specializes in investments across various stages, including seed and growth capital, with a strong focus on technology, clean technology, renewable energy, and environmental infrastructure. Zouk Capital invests in sectors such as resource efficiency, energy solutions, and environmental services, targeting companies with commercially viable products and revenues between €10 million and €150 million. The firm's investment strategy emphasizes partnerships with management teams to accelerate growth and enhance resource efficiency. It typically invests between €500,000 and €20 million in companies with enterprise values ranging from €20 million to €300 million. Zouk Capital also maintains a dual strategy, combining growth capital investments with infrastructure financing for renewable energy projects. The firm has a global investment focus, particularly in Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and Africa, and aims to achieve exits through IPOs or trade sales, often taking majority stakes in infrastructure investments.

212

212 Limited is a venture capital firm established in 2011 and based in Luxembourg City, Luxembourg. The firm specializes in start-up to late venture investments, primarily focusing on internet, communication, and technology sectors, including software, social gaming, eCommerce, mobile applications, social media, and cloud services. It targets investment opportunities in Turkey, the Central and Eastern European (CEE) region, and the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. 212 Limited typically invests between $0.5 million and $3 million in portfolio companies and generally prefers to acquire minority stakes. The firm is driven by a vision to cultivate a robust ecosystem in Turkey and its surrounding areas, leveraging the diverse expertise of its team members.

Terra Firma Capital Partners

Terra Firma is a private equity investment firm established in 1994 and headquartered in London. The firm focuses on transforming asset-rich businesses that require significant operational and financial changes. By raising long-term capital from various investors, Terra Firma aims to create sustainable value for stakeholders through its investments in five key areas: Transformational Private Equity, Support Capital, Operational Secondaries, Operational Real Estate, and Infrastructure 'Plus'. With a commitment to enhancing strategy, operations, and management, the firm strives to develop best-in-class businesses. Since its inception, Terra Firma has invested €17 billion in 34 companies, achieving an aggregate enterprise value exceeding €48 billion. The firm typically targets growth-stage companies across sectors such as business products, services, consumer products, consumer services, energy, and information technology, particularly in the United Kingdom and Germany.

KFH Capital

KFH Capital Investment Company, established in 1999 and based in Safat, Kuwait, is a privately owned Islamic shariah-compliant investment manager. The firm offers a range of services including investment banking, asset management, portfolio management, and advisory services, catering primarily to corporations, financial institutions, and high net worth individuals. KFH Capital manages portfolios and Islamic investment funds while investing across various asset classes such as public equity, private equity, real estate, and technology, with a focus on North America, the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), and the MENA region. The company conducts in-house research and employs fundamental analysis to guide its investment strategies. Additionally, KFH Capital provides equity research services, including market reports and financial updates, covering key markets in Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Abu Dhabi, Qatar, and Dubai. As a subsidiary of Kuwait Finance House, KFH Capital emphasizes both traditional investment avenues and opportunities in restructuring and early-stage ventures.

Global Millennial Capital

Millennial Partners is a venture capital firm established in 2020, with its base in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The firm aims to become the leading female-founded venture capital investor from Dubai, focusing on global consumer disruptive opportunities. Millennial Partners has successfully managed funds, including Millennial Beauty Ltd and Millennial Consumer Innovation, which has an assets under management of USD 25 million. The firm is notable for its first AI data-driven investment product from the GCC region, utilizing a proprietary algorithm to enhance and automate the investment origination process. The team consists of entrepreneurs, consultants, and investment bankers, supported by a diverse group of advisors across key entrepreneurial hubs such as Dubai, California, and New York. Millennial Partners has established partnerships with major incubators and targets late Seed or Series A investments primarily in the Middle East and the USA, leveraging a global perspective to bring expertise and talent back to Dubai. Through a focus on high-growth opportunities, the firm aims to outperform regional venture capital investments.

International Finance Corporation

International Finance Corporation (IFC), established in 1956 and headquartered in Washington, District of Columbia, is the private equity and venture capital arm of The World Bank Group. It focuses on fostering sustainable economic growth in developing countries by financing private sector investments and mobilizing capital in international financial markets. IFC provides a wide range of financial products, including loans, equity, quasi-equity, and advisory services, targeting sectors such as agriculture, forestry, financial services, education, healthcare, infrastructure, manufacturing, retail, tourism, and technology. The organization aims to support businesses and financial institutions in emerging markets to create jobs, improve corporate governance, and enhance environmental performance. IFC typically invests between $1 million and $100 million, often taking minority stakes but preferring majority ownership in its portfolio companies. It does not engage directly in the management of its investments and usually exits through domestic stock markets or other arrangements after several years. By focusing on initiatives that benefit underserved communities, IFC contributes to local economic development and improves the quality of life for people in developing regions.

Kitopi

Kitopi Catering Services LLC operates a managed cloud kitchen platform that partners with restaurants to enhance their delivery capabilities. Founded in 2018 and based in New York, Kitopi allows restaurants to establish delivery-only locations by offering essential infrastructure and software with minimal investment and time. The platform features a suite of applications that optimize kitchen operations in real-time, facilitating the management of ghost kitchens in various global locations, including Dubai, Abu Dhabi, London, Kuwait, Riyadh, and New York. In addition to kitchen infrastructure, Kitopi provides management services, delivery management, call assistance, and access to trained staff, enabling restaurateurs to effectively open and manage their delivery-focused operations.

GrowthGate Capital

GrowthGate Capital Corporation is a private equity firm based in Manama, Bahrain, established in 2007. The firm specializes in direct equity investments, primarily targeting mid-sized companies within the B2B industrial sector. GrowthGate focuses its investment efforts on opportunities in the Gulf Cooperation Council and MENA region, seeking to foster growth in these markets through strategic partnerships and capital support.

Fin Capital

Fin Capital is a San Francisco-based venture capital firm founded in 2018, specializing in business-to-business fintech investments, particularly in enterprise SaaS. The firm concentrates on seven sub-sectors: Alternative Lending, Asset Management, Real Estate Tech, InsureTech, Health Care solutions, Blockchain Enterprise Applications, and Enabling Tech. Fin Capital invests globally, targeting markets in the United States, Europe, MENA, Israel, and Asia. With a team of former corporate and startup operators, the firm adopts a hands-on approach, providing its portfolio companies with essential support in areas such as capital access, talent sourcing, and business development. Additionally, Fin Capital is developing a Global Financial Platform designed to offer limited partners unique fund strategies and co-investment opportunities, particularly in Special Situation Growth and late-stage companies.

Wafra

Wafra Inc. is a privately owned investment manager based in New York, founded in 1985. The firm primarily serves institutional clients, including government investment agencies and private clients, and manages a diverse range of investment accounts, including pooled investment vehicles and private equity funds. Wafra focuses on alternative assets, such as private equity, venture capital, real assets, and infrastructure, while also managing structured products and Islamic investment products. The firm employs a fundamental analysis approach, combining top-down economic assessments with bottom-up stock selection to build portfolios that include public equity and fixed income investments globally. Wafra is dedicated to forming long-term partnerships with best-in-class management teams and aims to provide flexible, accretive capital solutions across various sectors. Additionally, Wafra offers various investment strategies, including tactical trading, long/short equities, and event-driven strategies, supported by professionals in major financial centers.

National Bank of Kuwait

The National Bank of Kuwait (NBK), established in 1952 as the first indigenous bank in the Gulf region, has emerged as the leading banking group in Kuwait. Known for its commitment to excellence, NBK offers a comprehensive range of financial products and investment services to individuals, corporations, and institutions. The bank's services include letters of credit, working capital loans, project finance, and syndications, addressing the needs of various sectors such as petrochemicals, oil and gas, power, water, and infrastructure. With a strong market presence and a large, expanding clientele, NBK has built a reputation for stability and reliability. Additionally, it boasts the largest overseas branch network in major global financial centers, further solidifying its position as a trusted banking institution.

Truffle Capital

Truffle Capital S.A.S. is an independent venture capital and private equity firm based in Paris, France, founded in 2001. The firm specializes in investing in early-stage to late-stage companies, with a focus on disruptive technologies within the Information Technology and Life Sciences sectors. Truffle Capital targets investments in areas such as fintech, insurtech, cybersecurity, and biotechnology, including medical devices and therapeutic drugs. The firm primarily invests in European companies while also exploring opportunities in high-growth markets in North Africa, the Middle East, India, and Brazil, particularly in the information technology sector. Typical investments range from €0.25 million to €80 million, with a preference for companies generating revenues between €0.1 million and €100 million. Truffle Capital aims to support innovative firms with the potential to become market leaders, often taking minority or majority stakes and participating actively in governance. The firm has raised over $1 billion and has backed more than 75 companies since its inception.

Waha Capital

Waha Capital is an investment firm based in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, founded in 1997. The company engages in a diverse range of sectors, including aviation leasing, financial services, capital markets, maritime, industrial real estate, infrastructure, healthcare, fintech, and oil and gas. Waha Capital provides aircraft leasing services to commercial airlines and cargo operators, along with oilfield services and modular wellsite packages for the oil and gas industry. In the financial sector, it offers digital and mobile financial services, personal loans, auto loans, and credit products to customers in the UAE. The firm is also involved in infrastructure development, managing projects in Abu Dhabi, and operates healthcare facilities including hospitals, clinics, and diagnostic centers. Additionally, Waha Capital co-sponsors the MENA Infrastructure Fund and invests in light industrial real estate through its ALMARKAZ project.

Alsayer Group

Alsayer Group focuses on general trading, car imports, automotive dealership, insurance, heavy machinery, car rental, and leasing services.

Qalaa Holdings

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.

Acasia Angels

Cairo Angels is an angel investment network established in 2012 and headquartered in Cairo, Egypt. The organization focuses on investing in early-stage startups primarily located in Egypt and the broader MENA region, with particular interest in sectors such as technology, logistics, renewable energy, and agri-business. Cairo Angels organizes regular investment meetings where members can review pre-selected startups that align with their investment criteria. While each angel investor makes independent decisions regarding their investments, the network facilitates due diligence, negotiates terms, and assists in closing deals for interested opportunities. Investments typically range from 250,000 to 2 million Egyptian Pounds per company, with members investing their personal funds in exchange for minority equity stakes. Additionally, Cairo Angels offers portfolio management services to its investors after the investment process is complete. Members can participate in meetings either virtually or in person in Cairo or London.

DAAL

DAAL is a venture capital firm based in Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia, focused on growth capital and emerging investments in the information technology sector. Established in 2017, DAAL targets companies in areas such as software as a service, internet of things, artificial intelligence, fintech, and big data. The firm aims to connect promising IT opportunities globally with experienced investors from Saudi Arabia, facilitating the entry of innovative companies into the Gulf Cooperation Council region. By offering mentorship and business development insights, DAAL supports the growth of emerging companies, particularly those looking to expand into the Middle Eastern market. The firm is committed to fostering investment in the technology landscape and creating valuable opportunities for its investors.

Enabling Future

Enabling Future is a family office-backed venture capital firm headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The firm focuses on seed and early-stage investments across a diverse range of sectors, including consumer goods and services, data and enterprise technology, blockchain infrastructure, fintech, and gaming. Enabling Future aims to support entrepreneurs who seek to disrupt traditional markets and innovate for the future. To achieve this, the firm provides its portfolio companies with essential resources such as capital, strategic guidance, and access to a robust network, facilitating their growth and development in an ever-evolving business landscape.

Investcorp

Investcorp, founded in 1982 and based in Manama, Bahrain, is a private equity firm that specializes in a range of alternative investment products, including private equity, hedge funds, real estate, and venture capital. The firm manages funds that primarily invest in senior secured corporate debt from mid and large-cap companies across Western Europe and the United States. Investcorp also engages in infrastructure investments in the Gulf region, focusing on sectors such as healthcare, education, and renewable energy. Over the years, the firm has expanded its assets under management through strategic acquisitions, such as the purchase of 3i's debt management business, which significantly bolstered its portfolio. With a commitment to reliability and value creation, Investcorp combines the dynamics of Gulf capital with international management expertise to deliver superior investment results.

Morood Investment Company

Morood Investment Company, established in 2012 and headquartered in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, is an asset management firm specializing in direct investments across various asset classes and geographic regions. The company focuses on providing portfolio management and wealth advisory services, with particular interest in the business-to-consumer and gaming sectors in the United States, the United Kingdom, Europe, and Saudi Arabia. Through its strategic investment approach, Morood aims to enhance value for its clients while navigating diverse market opportunities.

Aster DM Healthcare

Aster DM Healthcare is a prominent healthcare provider based in India, offering a wide range of healthcare solutions across various sectors. The company operates multiple business divisions, including hospitals, clinics, retail pharmacies, and diagnostic centers. Aster integrates its existing brands under a unified name, enhancing recognition and service delivery through Aster Hospital, Aster Medical Centre, Aster Pharmacy, and Aster Diagnostic Centre. Its primary revenue is generated from the hospitals segment, reflecting its significant presence in the healthcare market. Aster DM Healthcare extends its operations across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries, including the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Oman, Saudi Arabia, Jordan, Kuwait, and Bahrain, as well as in India and Mauritius, thereby serving a diverse customer base.

Abu Dhabi Investment Council

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.

Al-Nawadi Holding

Al-Nawadi Holding Company engages in the ownership and operation of health institutes, fitness centers, and resorts in Kuwait. Established in 2004 and based in Sharq, the company focuses on providing a network of physical fitness and entertainment facilities. Its operations are structured into three main segments: Services, Investments, and Real Estate. Al-Nawadi Holding owns and manages health clubs and spas, contributing to the wellness and recreational landscape in the region. The company previously operated under the name Al-Thuraya International Holding Company until it rebranded in April 2006.

iMENA Group

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

Rasmala is a privately owned investment management firm headquartered in London, with a significant operational presence in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The company specializes in Shariah-compliant investments across various asset classes, including public equity, fixed income, and alternative markets. Rasmala serves a diverse clientele, including 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, with a particular focus on investments in the Middle East, Europe, and North Africa. Rasmala targets sectors such as energy, natural resources, agriculture, real estate, transport, logistics, and consumer goods, typically investing in companies with enterprise values between $50 million and $500 million. Additionally, Rasmala provides investment banking services, offering advisory and financing solutions.

Middle East Venture Partners

Middle East Venture Partners (MEVP) is a Dubai-based venture capital firm established in 2010, with additional offices in Beirut, Bahrain, and Riyadh. It focuses on investing in early and growth-stage companies in the GCC and Levant regions, targeting sectors such as e-commerce, cloud-based software, education, digital services, consumer technology, and financial technology. MEVP seeks to support innovative small and medium enterprises, primarily investing between $0.2 million and $5 million while typically holding a minority stake of 15% to 30% in its portfolio companies. With over $260 million in assets under management, MEVP is recognized as one of the largest and most established venture capital firms in the Middle East, demonstrating a strong appetite for cross-border investments.

United Real Estate

United Real Estate is a real estate development and investment company.

Kuwait Investment Company

Kuwait Investment Company K.S.C.P., established in 1961 and headquartered in Kuwait City, is an investment firm engaged in various financial activities. The company operates through four main segments: Asset Management, Direct Investments and Corporate Finance, Treasury, and Other operations. It provides a range of services, including customized portfolio management, access to initial public offerings, and local and international fund management. Additionally, Kuwait Investment manages a diversified portfolio of mid to long-term direct investments and oversees strategic investments in lending, real estate, and rental activities. The treasury segment includes foreign exchange trading and money market activities. The firm primarily generates its revenue from its Direct Investments and Corporate Finance segment, with the majority of its operations focused in Kuwait. As a subsidiary of the Kuwait Investment Authority, it plays a significant role in the country's investment landscape.

Global Investment House

Global Investment House K.S.C.C, based in Safat, Kuwait, is a privately owned investment manager that offers a broad range of asset management and investment banking services. The firm manages diverse client-focused portfolios, including equity, fixed income, and Islamic investment funds, while also engaging in alternative investments such as private equity, real estate, and fund of hedge funds. It emphasizes investment opportunities primarily in the MENA and GCC regions, but also across developed markets in Europe and North America. Additionally, Global Investment House provides brokerage services, including securities trading and financial advisory, ensuring tailored solutions that meet individual client needs. The firm’s commitment to excellence has garnered recognition from various regional and international institutions for its corporate performance and product offerings.

MicroVest

MicroVest is a private equity and asset management firm based in Bethesda, Maryland, founded in 2003. The firm specializes in investing in low-income financial institutions (LIFIs), including microfinance institutions and small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) finance entities. MicroVest focuses on providing debt and equity capital to companies that serve unbanked and underbanked populations, particularly in emerging markets across regions such as the Middle East, Latin America, and Asia. The firm typically invests between $0.1 million and $15 million, utilizing various investment structures, including loans, equity, and quasi-equity instruments. By supporting responsible financial institutions, MicroVest aims to enhance access to credit for microentrepreneurs and small businesses, fostering economic development in underserved communities.

Al Tamimi & Company

Al Tamimi & Company, established in 1989 and headquartered in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates, is the largest non-affiliated law firm in the Middle East, operating 17 offices across nine countries. With a team of 330 fee earners, the firm offers a comprehensive range of legal services, including arbitration, banking, finance, capital markets, commercial law, corporate mergers and acquisitions, intellectual property, private equity, and taxation. Al Tamimi serves a diverse clientele comprising government entities, local and international companies, banks, and financial institutions, as well as other law firms. The firm's strength lies in its people, who possess extensive local knowledge and experience, enabling them to practice local law and represent clients in local courts across jurisdictions such as Bahrain, Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Qatar, Oman, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates. Al Tamimi's reputation for excellence and regional expertise distinguishes it in the competitive legal landscape.

FL Partners

FL Partners is a private equity firm founded in 2006 and based in Dublin, Ireland. The firm specializes in growth capital investments, buyouts, and PIPE transactions. FL Partners focuses on opportunities in various regions, including the United States, the Middle East, the United Kingdom, and Europe, aiming to support the development and expansion of companies within these markets.