Mahmoud Adi, Founding Partner at Shorooq Partners, Leverages Expertise to Support Startups in Gaming Sector
Khalifa University alumnus Mahmoud Adi, Founding Partner at Shorooq Partners, has been named one of Forbes’ Top Venture Capitalists in the Middle East for 2024, alongside fellow Founding Partner Shane Shin. This prestigious recognition 星空传媒 the pivotal role he and the firm play in shaping the venture capital landscape across the region.
The Forbes list showcases the top leaders from the Middle East鈥檚 most active venture capital firms, emphasizing their innovative strategies, key investments, and significant contributions to the startup ecosystem.听
With over twelve years of global experience in the investment sector, Adi has been instrumental in establishing Shorooq Partners as the premier early-stage venture capital firm in the Middle East, North Africa, Pakistan, and Turkey (MENAPT). It is also the first regional VC firm regulated by the Abu Dhabi Global Market Financial Services Regulatory Authority (ADGM FSRA).听
Adi’s expertise in venture capital has enabled him to support numerous innovative startups, particularly in the gaming sector. His strategic investments have played a vital role in fostering entrepreneurship and driving technological advancements in the region. Furthermore, as the former CEO of Hub71, Abu Dhabi’s groundbreaking tech ecosystem initiative, Adi has been at the forefront of building a thriving environment for tech entrepreneurs.听
At Khalifa University, Adi completed his engineering education, gaining essential skills and knowledge that have helped him navigate the investment landscape and support the next generation of innovators.听
Alisha Roy听
Science Writer
