I was born and raised in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, with Jordanian roots. My academic journey was rooted in Riyadh, where I attended local and international schools, transitioning to an international curriculum to immerse myself in English. I initially pursued engineering in Jordan but quickly realised my passion lay elsewhere. Returning to Saudi Arabia, I enrolled at Yamamah University, majoring in Business Administration. This decision, influenced by the university's financial aid program, marked a pivotal point in my life, allowing me to forge connections that would shape my career. My professional journey began in real estate investment, where I honed my skills in strategy development and fund management. My pivot to venture capital came in 2016, sparked by my desire to support the burgeoning startup ecosystem. I founded Wakan, a consultancy that focused on securing funding for Series A startups, before eventually launching Watheeq Proptech Venture, the region's first proptech-focused VC fund. This accumulaton of experience led me to the creation of Alknz Ventures. Today, at Alknz, I focus on building transformative businesses and fostering growth across diverse sectors.

As an optimistic venture investor, I seek out founders who are deeply passionate about solving real-world problems they've personally experienced or witnessed. I value a founder's ability to envision a clear path to success. Trust is at the core of my partnerships, and I prioritize building strong relationships with founders who share this value. I believe that with determination and focus, any goal is attainable. In my approach to investing, I believe in reverse engineering success. By setting clear goals and implementing consistent action plans, we can overcome challenges and achieve extraordinary results. I'm particularly drawn to innovative solutions that push the boundaries of what's possible and have the potential to create significant societal impact.

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