CFA,MBF,
Managing Partner
Nour Al Kassas
Nour, a managing partner with 15 years of extensive experience, specializes in providing financial restructuring
services to a wide array of organizations. Proficient in investment structuring, business planning, valuations,
and capital advisory, she has successfully overseen IPOs in Saudi Arabia and managed projects totaling SAR 1.2
billion. Her accomplishments in Canada alone exceed CAD 500 million. Nour, holding a Master's degree in
Banking and Finance from Bordeaux IV University and a CFA designation, demonstrates exceptional proficiency
in financial markets, investment strategies, and risk management.
Work Experience
Strategic Growth Partner
Maher Tabbara
Maher, a seasoned strategic growth partner, renowned for his innovative thinking and collaborative leadership
style in business development, sales, and project management across the GCC and North America.
Demonstrating a knack for innovative thinking and collaborative leadership, he effectively steers teams
towards success. Maher excels in fostering customer relations, product development, and driving sustainable
growth, employing methodologies such as Six Sigma and root cause analysis to achieve optimal results.
Work Experience
Leadership & Talent Partner
Rania Oulabi, MBA
Rania, an experienced Management Consultant and Certified Trainer, specializes in strategic HR management
across diverse sectors. Focused on bolstering organizational development, talent retention, and implementing
tailored solutions for enhanced performance and operational efficiency, she nurtures growth in startups and
cultivates harmonious work environments. Her role as a Certified Agile Coach aids teams in adapting with
flexibility and productivity, emphasizing innovation and employee contentment.
Work Experience
Venture Growth Partner
Abdul Rahman, CFA, MBA
Abdul Rahman, a venture growth partner, leverages his expertise in scaling startups in fiercely competitive and
emerging markets, Abdul utilizes his CFA and MBA qualifications to offer financial and strategic counsel to
early-stage ventures. He is the founder of Kiwi Charge, concentrating on sustainable EV charging solutions, and
serves as a director at BLCK VC Canada, advocating for Black entrepreneurs and investors within the VC ecosystem. Through his involvement with the Pitch Deck Advisory Council at Schulich Startups, Abdul mentors
entrepreneurs to refine their pitch presentations.
Work Experience
Senior Manager
Reejan
Reejan is a seasoned Senior Manager with over 18 years of experience in Mergers & Acquisitions, financial due
diligence, business planning, and forensic reviews. Holding a Master of Business Administration from the Arab
Academy for Science, Technology & Maritime Transportation, Reejan has honed her skills in financial analysis,
modeling, team leadership, and report writing. Her tenure at prestigious firms like PWC and Mostafa Shwaki &
Co has equipped her with the ability to drive strategic growth through insightful analysis and strategic
recommendations.
Work Experience
Senior Financial Analyst
Bassem Hassanain
Bassem, a seasoned Senior Financial Analyst with over 13 years of experience in financial analysis, equity
valuation, and accounting. A CFA Level III candidate, he holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree with a
specialization in Accounting and Finance. With notable positions at Baker Tilly Advisory and El-Sewedy
Industries, Bassem possesses the acumen to enhance financial operations and investment strategies, utilizing his market expertise and analytical skills to propel company growth.
Work Experience
Investment Analyst
Mark Mouris
Mark Mouris, a distinguished Investment Analyst and the 2023 CFA MENA Region Research Challenge Winner,
has made a significant mark in the financial sector. He continually showcases his expertise in navigating
intricate economic environments. He has managed complex financial transactions, closing 4 deals across
different sectors in 2 years. Mark's potential for contributing to future successes in the Mergers and
Acquisitions (M&A) space is particularly noteworthy.
Work Experience
Junior Financial Analyst
Nouran Mostafa
Nouran, a recent graduate from both the British University in Egypt and London South Bank University,
specializing in finance and accounting. Showcasing her analytical prowess through participation in the
esteemed CFA Research Challenge, Nouran gained invaluable experience in financial analysis, modeling, and
research. Her team emerged victorious at the local level and competed globally, underscoring her ability to
thrive in high-stakes, collaborative environments.