International Finance Corporation

The International Finance Corporation (IFC), established in 1956, is a member of the World Bank Group dedicated to fostering private sector development in emerging markets. It provides financial services, including loans and equity investments, ranging from $1 million to $100 million, with a focus on projects that drive economic growth and social impact. IFC invests across various sectors such as infrastructure, agriculture, manufacturing, healthcare, education, technology, and financial services.

Wale Ayeni

Regional Head Africa Venture Capital

Andi Dervishi

Chief Investment Officer and Global Head, Fintech

Makhtar Diop

Managing Director

Imad N. Fakhoury

IFC Regional Director South Asia

Allen Forlemu

Regional Industry Director, Financial Institutions Group, Asia and Pacific

Alfonso Garcia Mora

Regional Vice President for Europe, Latin America and the Caribbean

Mohamed Gouled

Vice President, Industries

Cheryl Hanway

Director

Saadia Khairi

Vice President and Chief Risk Officer

Dahlia Khalifa

Regional Director of Central Africa, Liberia, Nigeria and Sierra Leone

Rosy Khanna

Regional Industry Director for Financial Institutions in Asia-Pacific

Vivek Pathak

Director and Global Head of Climate Business

Mary Porter Peschka

Director

Sergio Pimenta

Regional Vice President, Africa

Facundo Sanchez Freytes

Investment Officer

Leila Search

Senior Investment Officer and Program Officer

Oumar Seydi

IFC Regional Director, Africa

Sarvesh Suri

Regional Industry Director, Infrastructure and Natural Resources

Paulo De Bolle

Director, Special Situations

Stephanie Friedeburg

Vice President, Corporate Strategy and Resources

Past deals in Central Asia

Ronesans Holding

Debt Financing in 2024
Ronesans Holding AS is a diversified company based in Ankara, Turkey, that specializes in construction, real estate development, energy, and health infrastructure activities. Founded in 1993, the company undertakes a wide range of projects, including shopping malls, offices, hotels, residential buildings, heavy industry plants, and various infrastructure projects such as railroad tunnels and bridges. Ronesans Holding is also involved in land development and investment activities. In the energy sector, the company operates ten hydroelectric power plants and engages in electricity trading. Its operations extend beyond Turkey, with a presence in multiple countries including Russia, Turkmenistan, Kazakhstan, and several others across Europe, Africa, and Asia.

TBC Bank Uzbekistan

Funding Round in 2024
TBC Bank Uzbekistan is a subsidiary focused on delivering innovative digital banking solutions in Uzbekistan. It aims to offer a wide range of financial products and services, easily accessible through digital channels.

Coca-Cola Icecek

Post in 2024
Coca Cola Icecek is the fifth-largest bottler in the Coca-Cola System, specializing in the production, distribution, and sale of both sparkling and still beverages. Operating across Turkey, Pakistan, Kazakhstan, Azerbaijan, Kyrgyzstan, Turkmenistan, Jordan, Iraq, Syria, and Tajikistan, the company serves a consumer base of approximately 380 million people from its 25 production facilities. CCI's product portfolio features a variety of beverages, including Coca-Cola, Fanta, Sprite, Cappy, Powerade, and Fuse, along with juices, waters, sports and energy drinks, teas, and iced teas. The company also holds exclusive distribution rights for the Schweppes brand in Turkey. Revenue is evenly distributed between domestic and international sales, with Anadolu Efes Biracilik ve Malt Sanayi as the controlling shareholder. CCI employs over 10,000 people, reflecting its significant presence in the beverage market.

Arnur Credit

Venture Round in 2023
Arnur Credit is a microfinance company based in Shymkent, Kazakhstan, dedicated to supporting micro-entrepreneurs and small businesses. The organization primarily targets underserved agricultural sectors in southern Kazakhstan, offering loans that facilitate development and growth activities. By focusing on these areas, Arnur Credit aims to promote economic expansion and enhance the financial capabilities of its clients. Through its lending services, the company plays a crucial role in empowering local entrepreneurs and contributing to the overall economic development of the region.

Ipak Yuli Bank

Debt Financing in 2023
Ipak Yuli Bank is a private commercial bank located in Uzbekistan, offering a comprehensive range of financial services to individuals, small and medium-sized businesses, and large corporations. Its operations include retail, commercial, and corporate banking activities, as well as securities and foreign exchange operations. The bank facilitates money transfers, provides loans, issues guarantees, and accepts deposits. With a robust presence in the country, Ipak Yuli Bank operates a network of 16 branches and 36 express centers across eight regions, enabling it to serve a diverse clientele effectively.

TBC Bank Uzbekistan

Venture Round in 2023
TBC Bank Uzbekistan is a subsidiary focused on delivering innovative digital banking solutions in Uzbekistan. It aims to offer a wide range of financial products and services, easily accessible through digital channels.

TBC Bank Uzbekistan

Venture Round in 2022
TBC Bank Uzbekistan is a subsidiary focused on delivering innovative digital banking solutions in Uzbekistan. It aims to offer a wide range of financial products and services, easily accessible through digital channels.

TBC Bank Uzbekistan

Venture Round in 2021
TBC Bank Uzbekistan is a subsidiary focused on delivering innovative digital banking solutions in Uzbekistan. It aims to offer a wide range of financial products and services, easily accessible through digital channels.

Yandex

Post in 2013
Yandex is a Russian internet company that operates the largest search engine in Russia. It provides swift search results and other standard services, including transportation services, navigation products, and mobile applications powered by machine learning.
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