Powered by a network of operators and investors, Pin backs early-stage, high-growth companies and select venture funds across MENA and global markets.
Our philosophy
Startups thrive when supported by former operators, investors, and business professionals. This leads to stronger execution and more resilient companies. We apply the same philosophy to our fund allocations — partnering with best-in-class venture managers who bring proven track records, differentiated deal flow, and deep operating expertise.
We concentrate on early-stage companies across MENA and Sub-Saharan Africa, with up to 30% allocated globally. We invest on a deal-by-deal basis through single-purpose vehicles alongside co-investors and VC partners. In addition, we allocate to select regional and international funds that complement our strategy and broaden access to high-quality opportunities.
The team
The Pin partners have been investing together since 2017, bringing a proven history of successful collaborations across MENA, Europe, and global markets.
30+ years building and investing across MENA, US and Europe. Founding team of the first regional GSM operator in West Africa, later sold to MTN Group for $5.5bn.
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17+ years in investment and portfolio management, business development and entrepreneurship across MENA and Europe. Raised and deployed capital across 30+ companies.
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20+ years in finance, strategy and leadership across MENA. Holds several Board positions. Expertise in financial reporting and managing all aspects of company finances.
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3+ years of buy-side private markets investing across MENA and Europe. MSc in Finance from HEC Lausanne. CFA Charterholder.
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19+ years in Telco, Consumer Electronics & Fintech across MEA. Senior roles at Nokia, Lenovo, BlackBerry and Samsung.
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25+ years in private equity and business development across MENA. Former Partner at Abraaj Group, CEO of MENASA Capital.
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18+ years in Fintech and digital services across MENA, specializing in market expansion, growth and turnarounds. Former GM at noqodi.
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18+ years in technology, software design, AI and product. Former COO of citrussTV, Co-founder of FlexxPay, Group CTO at iPay.
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We invest across fintech, logistics, enterprise software, and emerging tech — backing founders building the infrastructure of tomorrow's MENA.
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