Private company

• Advised Family Offices on growth capital and pre-IPO opportunities in Education, Tech, and other sectors.
• Conducted deal-making and venture evaluations to identify lucrative investment opportunities.
• Collaborated with stakeholders to strategize and execute successful investments for high returns.

CEO / Operating Partner

TomouhCL

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OPUS

OPUS is a global community focused on empowering the next generation of business innovators. We believe community is the key driver of opportunity. Built on inclusivity and diversity, our community brings together carefully chosen individuals known for their talent and ambition.

Our mission is to become the world’s foremost connector of people and creator of opportunities.

Kïdo

* Spearheaded establishment and growth of the 3 UAE Schools via greenfield and acquisitions, conducted a successful exit to a strategic investor through an exceptional due diligence and negotiation process achieving high multiple ROI. 
* As part of executive committees / senior management, working across geographies to review, evaluate and plan corporate-wide strategies and organizational initiatives to build infrastructure, operations, sales processes and systems to achieve growth of the Revenue by 50% year-on-year.  
* Evaluating potential expansion via Joint Venture and Franchising with Private Equity, Regional Family Offices and Strategic Investors into Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Egypt, Pakistan, Oman, Qatar and Africa. 
* Canvased for and engaged in multiple fund-raising discussions with Private Equity, Venture Capital, Individual and Strategic Investors globally. 
* Designed, implemented and championed a robust financial infrastructure (budgeting, forecasting and reporting) from scratch across geographies, subsidiaries and product verticals.

Group CFO & CEO, Middle East & Africa

Standard Chartered Bank

* Achieved performance beyond management expectations for the Sub-Saharan Africa Financial Markets Business to make it one of the best-performing segments by expanding cross-asset derivatives solutions across flow and bespoke structured deals. 
* Harnessed the transformative power of a new well-trained team and selected global stakeholders to increase revenue from 20x + in less than 4-years.

Head of Africa Structuring, SSG Group (Emerging Market Structuring)

* Closed the largest derivative trade in Pakistan for the Group. 
* Development of Islamic Shariah-Compliant Derivatives.

Derivatives Structurer - Middle East and Pakistan

* Set-up and fast-tracked the growth of the credit structuring business in London from less than USD 200k to USD 8mio during the credit crisis of 2007-2008. Cultivated a strong collaboration with European / US Sales teams to build distribution channels to pension funds, hedge funds, asset managers and private banks. 
* Successfully closed a USD 1 Billion+ Capital Relief Balance Sheet transaction for the Bank through a Structured Trade in December 2007, which was recognized by Head of Wholesale Bank and Group CEO.

Structurer

* Launched and developed the strategy for the MENA Capital Markets business across the Origination and Distribution business lines, product initiatives in the Structured Credit space, resulting in numerous firsts for the Bank. Contributed to increase in revenue by more than 200%. 
* Led the execution of 4 Structured IPO Lending transactions (Revenue USD 10mio+) for the largest local IPOs in the UAE in 2005-2006, coordinating structural requirements internally and liaising with sales teams and clients.
* Pitched and executed the first SCB IPO Lead Receiving Bank mandate for the Al Baraka Bank IPO in 2004. Put together a regional syndicate of 12 banks and the infrastructure to deliver a highly successful transaction.
* led the efforts to sell-down CDO equity tranches to institutional investors in MENA

Associate Director, Capital Markets

National Bank of Abu Dhabi

* Structured a USD 20mio Fund of Hedge-Funds - manager / strategy due diligence, risk evaluation, selection.
* Launched the FAB UAE Trading Fund which currently has an AUM of AED 141mio.

Investment Analyst

I am the man in the arena!

I’m a serial entrepreneur who started selling a hand-copied local newsletter at 8-years old, and I’ve never known what it’s like not to be responsible and be a leader. No set-back has kept me down, and I have always approached my next “adventure” with enthusiasm. I would put this down to my huge capacity to learn, my resilience, and curiosity allowing me to identify paths to reinvent myself and my organizations. 

I have enjoyed many executive positions in my career with my strong commercial acumen, and ability to deliver operational excellence with scale across multiple markets. I focus on delivering key outcomes, building amazing teams and collaborations and scaling to new heights. 

As Regional CEO / Group CFO for Kido, my experience has allowed me to gain extensive international knowledge of the learning markets and impact investments including early childhood education, edtech and school operations. We have leveraged technology and innovative pedagogy to improve delivery in Pre-School Education.

• I built, lead and grew the UAE Nursery Business over 7 years and orchestrated a successful exit.
• I have had extensive experience with creating finance strategy, managing cashflow, and optimizing pricing, costs and revenues. 
• I have contributed by advising on and executing M&A, capital raising (Private Equity and Venture Capital), build-out, tax optimization, strategic, corporate and legal restructuring transactions for portfolio companies across UK, US, India, UAE, Hong Kong, Singapore. 

At SCB, I joined in 2004 in the Capital Markets MENA team, was promoted in two years to be based in London to build and grow the credit distribution platform across Europe and North America. In 2009, I joined the Strategic Solutions Group in Middle East and within a year was asked to lead the team and expansion in Sub-Saharan Africa. I Implemented exceptional growth in revenue for the Africa FM Sales business and for all business lines multiplying sales by at least 3x to upto 20x and higher throughout. 

Professional Skills
Strategic Planning | Transformational Leadership | Team Development | Product Roadmap | Portfolio Strategy | Deal Making | Investment Analysis | M&A | Financial Systems | Global Expansion

Domain Knowledge 
Investment | Private Equity | Capital Markets | Education Management | Education Consulting | EdTech

Umair Tariq

Another excellent session arranged by TomouhCL !

Excellent and though provoking discussions and great to meet leaders from across the region!

li_at

JSESSIONID

Talks about #strategy, #education, #investment, #impactinvesting, and #entrepreneurship

Family Office Advisor | CEO | CFO | Private Markets Deal-Maker | Buy-and-Build & Portfolio Operations | Education Strategy | Ex-Standard Chartered | CFA Charterholder | GCC • UK • US • Africa

A year of consistent engagement with UCEA - Family Office Group events has reinforced a fundamental truth: the most valuable deals rarely come from cold pitches but they emerge from trusted relationships built over time.

Last week's gathering was another testament to Michael Reeves and his team's ability to curate not just investment opportunities, but meaningful dialogues. What makes these events exceptional isn't simply the quality of dealflow presented, though it consistently impresses, it's the intentionality behind who's in the room.

Throughout this year, I've watched this community evolve from individual connections into a genuine ecosystem where family offices and institutional investors can think collectively about complex allocations. The conversations have shifted from transactional to strategic, from reactive to proactive.

A particular highlight from last week: the cross-border opportunities that wouldn't typically reach traditional channels, presented with the kind of operational transparency that serious allocators demand.

To the UCEA team—thank you for understanding that effective capital deployment starts with effective relationship building. The consistency and quality you've maintained throughout the year hasn't gone unnoticed.

Already looking forward to the next one.

#FamilyOffice #InstitutionalInvesting #PrivateMarkets #CapitalAllocation #DealFlow

UCEA - Family Office Group

Regional Investment Manager @ UCEA Family Office | Relationship Development

"It is better to lose time than temper in a negotiation"

#FamilyOffice #Dealmaking #Investing #Growth #Leadership

An Excellent Biography. 

I've been very interested in John Malone's deal-making and structuring creativity since reading "The Cable Cowboys". 

While not that much in-depth on the structuring part, its a must-read for entrepreneurs on fast-changing industries, mergers, acquisitions, deal-making and growth and challenges. 

I now need to research on tracking stocks, spin-offs and the various structures used by John Malone throughout his career and look forward to that study. 

#Mergers #FamilyOffice #PrivateEquity #ReadingClub #Leadership

“Reality will pay you back in equal proportion to your delusion.”

— Will Smith

#Entrepreneurship #Leadership #Growth

Every year end, many review the Investment Outlooks from various banks and investment houses, navigating through differing opinions in extensive reports. 

This year, I utilized NotebookLM to help summarize the information, and it is impressive to see how it synthesizes data and documents into a coherent summary. 

While I still recommend reading the original documents in full, you may find this #2026 #MarketOutlook Compendium useful. 

#Investing #AI #Markets #FamilyOffice #PrivateEquity #VentureCapital

Compendium of 2026 Outlooks

“I saw the angel in the marble and carved until I set him free.”
- Michaelangelo


#Entrepreneurship #Leadership #Growth #Creativity

“An object in possession seldom retains the same charm that it had in pursuit.”

- Pliny the Younger: Roman senator, lawyer, and author 


#Leadership #Growth #Goals #Entrepreneurship

23 Ventures Incorporation

As a Principal Partner, I play a pivotal role in shaping the strategic direction and operational excellence at 23V. My focus lies in:

1. Networking:

-Building and nurturing strong relationships with key stakeholders, collaborators, and clients.
-Identifying and leveraging opportunities for partnerships and collaborations to drive growth.
-Expanding our network to enhance 23V’s presence in the market.

2. Process Management:

-Designing and implementing efficient processes to ensure smooth business operations.
-Continuously optimizing workflows for better productivity and outcomes.
-Bridging gaps between ideas and execution by creating actionable strategies.

3. Strategic Leadership:

-Providing insights and guidance to align the team with the company’s mission and vision.
-Driving innovation and ensuring the brand remains agile in a dynamic environment.
-Collaborating closely with the team to ensure milestones are met with precision.

This role allows me to combine my skills in communication, strategy, and operational excellence to contribute to 23V's growth and long-term success.

Principal Partner

Conture Media

As a Marketing Executive at Conture Media, I played a pivotal role in driving brand visibility and engagement through innovative strategies. My key contributions include:

Developing & Implementing Strategies: Spearheaded end-to-end marketing campaigns tailored to target niches in adtech, fintech, and entertainment sectors, resulting in a significant increase in community engagement and lead generation.

Content Creation & Social Media Growth: Crafted compelling, platform-specific content for LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok, boosting Conture Media's Instagram following by X% and TikTok by X% within months.

Building Communities: Helped scale VeroEd's community to over 7,000 active members and 10,000 total members within 5 months by designing referral programs, ambassador initiatives, and culturally resonant campaigns.

Driving Revenue & Lead Generation: Collaborated on creative campaigns and branding strategies that optimized sales funnels, directly contributing to new client acquisitions.

Personal & Business Branding: Assisted in crafting bespoke branding strategies for SMEs, startups, and influencers, focusing on storytelling and human-centered messaging.

Innovative Campaigns: Launched unique and quirky campaigns that resonated with Gen Z audiences, ensuring virality and engagement, especially with minimal budgets.


Key Achievements:

Increased marketing reach by 20% in a zero-budget environment through organic strategies.

Successfully planned and executed a 1-hour virtual event targeting entrepreneurs, attracting 100+ participants.

Strengthened Conture Media's brand identity through creative content calendars and trend-driven campaigns.


At Conture Media, I thrive on collaboration and creativity, constantly pushing boundaries to deliver meaningful results.

Co-Founder

Enactus

Content Writing head

Team Everest NGO

I really enjoyed making the games, thinking as if I was the one playing, helped me enhance my thinking and taught me to think more creatively and out of the box.

Curriculum Writer

DMFS - Department of Management and Financial Studies

Content writing 

Nishi design

As the Founder of Nishi Designs, I turned my passion for graphic design into a thriving business, specializing in creating impactful visual identities for restaurants, cafes, and small businesses. Over two years, I dedicated myself to helping brands stand out in a competitive market with tailored and innovative design solutions.

Key Contributions:

Branding & Visual Identity: Designed logos, menus, and promotional materials that aligned with each brand’s unique story, ensuring a cohesive and memorable identity.

Client Collaboration: Worked closely with business owners to understand their vision and translate it into designs that resonated with their audience.

Growth & Impact: Helped small businesses enhance their presence and engagement through thoughtfully crafted designs, contributing to their growth and success.

Passion-Driven Leadership: Managed every aspect of the business, from client acquisition to project delivery, fueled by a deep love for creativity and problem-solving.


Why I Closed Nishi Designs:
While Nishi Designs was a project close to my heart, unforeseen personal circumstances led me to close the business. However, the experience shaped me into a resilient, creative professional with a profound understanding of design and branding.

This chapter of my journey reinforced my belief in the power of storytelling through design and continues to inspire my professional endeavors today.

Founder

Hey, I'm Nikita! I'm all about startups, brands, and communities turning into something bigger than just an idea. Right now, my heart (and brain) is in 23V, where we're building for founders , by founders , with founders.

At 23V, I get to do what I love most: bring people together, scale communities, and turn ambitious visions into something real. Whether it's brainstorming wild ideas, finding creative ways to grow, or just making sure things actually get done, I'm here to make it happen.

I believe in working with people, for people, because the best things are built when they're built together.

Let's connect if you're building something exciting, want to jam on ideas, or even if you just need a partner to chitchat about the crazy world of startups.

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