I’m a business strategist and startup mentor with over two decades of experience in different industries, particularly in the Middle East region. Presently, I am situated in the UAE, leveraging my extensive knowledge and insights to support startups and businesses in this dynamic market. My primary areas of expertise include Investment Relations, Fundraising, Partnerships, and Business Development.
Throughout my career, I’ve held senior roles in asset management, private banking, and private equity. Backed by a master’s degree focusing on Corporate Management and Company Valuation, complemented by an MBA in Finance from City University of Seattle, I offer a comprehensive understanding of the intricacies of financial management, investment readiness and strategic decision-making.
Committed to supporting entrepreneurs, I’m driven by a passion for fostering strategic partnerships and investment readiness, with a particular dedication to championing female-led initiatives and advancing global business development. I firmly believe in the power of collaboration and flexibility in decision-making, recognizing them as key drivers of success in today’s fast-paced business landscape.
In recent years, I’ve had the privilege of mentoring 150+ local and global startups, offering expertise in pitch preparation, investment readiness, go-to-market strategy, valuation, financial management, networking, and partnerships. Leveraging my extensive industry contacts, I connect startups with key stakeholders in the UAE and beyond, serving as a trusted ally in their journey towards success.
I’ve also served as a judge in pitch competitions. Area of Expertise:
• Pitch Preparation • Investment Readiness • Go to Market Strategy • Valuation for Startups • Financial Management • Strategic Planning • Networking & Partnership • Customer Acquisition & Retention
Waqas Nakhwa – (3 Star – Ms. Dagmar is more of a broker and has majority connections in European market. As a founder looking for fund raise and investor relations was not a highly positive meeting. The objective was to meet some one who could be influential for building investor connections, or help the business in its objectives.)
Prabh – (5 Star – I had a great meeting Dagma, I went very clear on what are the outcomes from the meeting I want. And I was able to achieve each of those outcomes and more!! Got invaluable insights and direction from her which is helping me sharpen my pitch and eventually leading me towards finding the right investor and investment.)
SG – (5 Star – Ms. Dagmar is well prepared on giving details advices as well point on questions. Very pleased with her personality, well said on subject ,very pleased with her outcomes of ideas.)
