Started as an angel investor close to 2 decades ago, then establishing a VC fund based out of Hong Kong. The fund was mainly for 1 Family Office, but later became fund comprising of 8 family offices.
Has spoken at the World Economic Forum about the growing startup scene in Sub-Saharan Africa.
Has a portfolio of early and later stage companies across Asia, Africa , Europe and the USA. Some of these companies have already gone IPO or have been acquired.
Sahoo – (4 Star – Good)
Mara Vendramin – (5 Star – The meeting was good. I asked for some tips about how to approach a VC and he gave them to me. Also he gave me some contacts in the bank sector and innovation.)
Mac Malkawi – (5 Star – He’s overseas and travels a lot so we met online. He gave his absolute full attention to me throughout the entire meeting, which says a lot about his professionalism and dedication. He was generous with his time, and the meeting went above without any issues. I look forward to a second meeting.)
Andrei – (5 Star – We discussed my business and projects.)
Tawfiq – (5 Star – A good meeting that may lead to a bright future.)
Hatim Alsahfy – (5 Star – It was a smooth half an hour meeting, the investor was professional, humble, open minded, and eager to learn about our business. The investor requested some time to make a decision.)