- Zainab Al Sharif has been promoted to Partner at Plus VC after eight years of experience in venture capital.
- She will lead investment efforts and portfolio management, contributing to Plus VC’s success in the MENA region.
- Zainab is committed to supporting exceptional founders and fostering innovation across tech and tech-enabled startups.
Plus VC (+VC), the MENA region’s most active early-stage venture capital firm, announces the promotion of Zainab Al Sharif to Partner. With eight years of experience in private equity and venture capital, Zainab’s promotion to Partner reflects Plus VC’s commitment to fostering talent and growth within the firm.
As a Partner at Plus VC, the most active VC by deals in the MENA region, Zainab will play a pivotal role in leading the investment team, sourcing deals, conducting due diligence, and overseeing portfolio management. She will also work closely with the Managing Partners to raise capital and identify exceptional founders solving pressing problems.
“We are delighted to recognize Zainab’s outstanding contributions and promote her to Partner,” said Hasan Haider, Managing Partner at Plus VC. “Her passion, expertise, and dedication have been instrumental in our success. As she takes on this expanded leadership role, we are confident in her ability to continue driving value for our firm and portfolio companies.”
Zainab joined Plus VC at its inception as a Senior Investment Associate and has since played a key role in the firm’s growth, where she became Principal in 2023. Prior to Plus VC, she held positions at 500 Global and Dividend Gate Capital. She earned her MSc in risk analysis from King’s College London and a BA in business management with finance and financial services from the University of Westminster.
Under her guidance, the team has helped identify new investment opportunities for the Fund, conduct due diligence on target companies, and conduct market research to assess market opportunities. Zainab specializes in analyzing and evaluating potential new leads for investment opportunities based on financial projections and risk assessments.
“I am deeply honored to be promoted to Partner at Plus VC,” said Zainab Al Sharif. “Our team and culture are truly exceptional, and they are undeniably key factors in the firm’s ability to foster employee growth and development both internally and externally. I am incredibly grateful for the opportunity to contribute to the firm’s continued success. I look forward to working closely with our talented team to identify and support promising startups in the region, leveraging our collective expertise and resources to drive innovation and create value, as well as grow the portfolio and our geographical footprint further.”
Zainab Al Sharif’s promotion comes at a time of increasing activity in the MENA venture capital ecosystem. As Plus VC continues to expand its investment portfolio, her leadership is expected to play a key role in identifying and supporting innovative startups that align with the firm’s strategic vision.
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Last Updated on October 6, 2024 by Safiya K
