Mission Statement
We are committed to building a long-lasting relationship with the region’s most talented entrepreneurs at an early stage, investing for success, and consistently delivering excellent financial returns to our investors.
Team
Arzan VC team possesses extensive expertise in the areas of investment, technology, and entrepreneurship, bringing a combined local and global experience gained from exposure to leading organizations across the globe.
Adeel Shahid
CFO
Adeel has 17+ years of experience in the financial services sector including commercial banks, asset and wealth management companies, SPVs, investment and private banks and funds.
Asia Kabel
Senior Investment Associate
Asia is a CFA Charterholder with 2 years of experience from KMPG Kuwait in advising Kuwait National Fund and monitoring their 200+ projects.
Dominika Bzduchova
Communication & Investor Relations Manager
Dominika has 12+ years of communication experience in the Middle East and Africa. She holds a doctoral degree (PhDr.) in International Relations.
Mohanad Elhartany
Senior Investment Associate
Mohanad has more than 3 years of experience in international and regional VC funds. Prior to Arzan VC, he used to work with Rocket Internet and Sawari Ventures.
Maha Al Zeir
Talent Acquisition Manager
Maha has 15 years of comprehensive HR experience in different sectors. She had worked with numerous HR Consulting and Support teams.
Noha El Sherif
Analyst
Noha has 2 years of experience in the investment world. She graduated from AUC and used to work for Pharos Holding before transitioning into private equity.
Advisory Team
Jassem Hasan Ali Zainal
Chairman
Mr. Jassem is the Chairman & CEO of Arzan Financial Group. He has over 30 years of experience in different industries.
Hashim Gillani
Advisory Member
Mr. Hashim is Senior VP of Corporate Development & Communications at Alghanim Industries, one of the largest privately owned business in the Middle East.
Muhannad Abulhasan
Advisory Member
Mr. Abulhasan is the CEO of Arzan Wealth (DIFC) Ltd. He has over 20 years of diversified experience in various industries.