Gulf Capital

Gulf Capital is a prominent alternative investment firm based in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, with additional offices in Dubai, New Cairo, Riyadh, and Singapore. Established in 2006, the firm specializes in private equity, private debt, growth capital, and real estate, focusing on thematic investments in resilient sectors such as technology, fintech, healthcare, business services, and sustainability. Gulf Capital partners with entrepreneurs and management teams to provide growth capital, strategic guidance, and operational expertise, aiming to build market-leading global businesses. With a proven track record of 36 investments and over $2.5 billion in assets under management, Gulf Capital emphasizes world-class governance and industry best practices to ensure sustainable performance for its stakeholders. The firm is also a signatory of HRH Prince Charles' Terra Carta and the United Nations Principles of Responsible Investments, reflecting its commitment to sustainable finance.

Alvaro Abella

Managing Director

Richard Dallas

Managing Director Private Equity

Wissam Daoud

CFO

Hazem Abu Khalaf

Managing Director

Mohammad Madani

Managing Director

Shantanu Mukerji

Managing Director

Asaad Salhab

Senior Operating Partner

Karim El Solh

Co-Founder and CEO

Past deals in Riyadh

Medica Group

Acquisition in 2019
Medica Group is a medical trading company that specializes in the distribution of aesthetic and dermatology equipment and products, primarily serving dermatologists, plastic surgeons, aesthetic centers, and spas. Based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, with regional offices in Beirut and Riyadh, the company offers a diverse range of products including botulinum toxins, dermal fillers, breast implants, and various skin and body care solutions. Additionally, Medica Group provides equipment for facial treatments, hair removal, liposuction, and tattoo removal, along with systems for recharge and relaxation. Beyond product distribution, the company also offers a suite of marketing services, including social media and digital marketing strategies, as well as training and support services for its clients. Medica Group caters to markets across the Gulf Cooperation Council, Levant, North Africa, and Southeast Asia, and has been operational since its founding in 1998.

Geidea

Acquisition in 2018
Geidea is a leading provider of electronic payment systems and financial technologies in Saudi Arabia, established in 2008 and headquartered in Riyadh. The company serves various sectors, including banking, retail, food, hospitality, and healthcare, by developing software and applications that ensure secure and efficient payment services. In addition to its payment solutions, Geidea offers comprehensive after-sales services, including service level guarantees for both hardware and software, empowering clients of all sizes to effectively manage and grow their businesses. With branches in cities such as Jeddah, Dammam, Abha, and Tabuk, Geidea also operates an International Research and Development center in Bangalore, India, focused on creating innovative solutions and fostering customer loyalty.

Geidea

Private Equity Round in 2018
Geidea is a leading provider of electronic payment systems and financial technologies in Saudi Arabia, established in 2008 and headquartered in Riyadh. The company serves various sectors, including banking, retail, food, hospitality, and healthcare, by developing software and applications that ensure secure and efficient payment services. In addition to its payment solutions, Geidea offers comprehensive after-sales services, including service level guarantees for both hardware and software, empowering clients of all sizes to effectively manage and grow their businesses. With branches in cities such as Jeddah, Dammam, Abha, and Tabuk, Geidea also operates an International Research and Development center in Bangalore, India, focused on creating innovative solutions and fostering customer loyalty.
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