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Ahmad Ismail

Executive Director at Badwa Capital

Ahmad Ismail is an accomplished finance professional with extensive experience in investment banking and executive leadership. Currently serving as Executive Director at Badwa Capital since June 2025, Ahmad previously held the same title at Moelis & Company from 2013 to 2025. Ahmad's career in finance began with roles as an Investment Banking Analyst at J.P. Morgan and QInvest in 2012 and 2011, respectively, and included a position in the Economic Development Unit at The World Bank in 2010. Ahmad holds a Master in Management with a specialization in Finance from ESCP Business School (2010-2013) and a BA in Economics from the American University of Beirut (2007-2010).

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Badwa Capital

Badwa Capital is a leading investment bank and growth equity firm focused on the Middle East. As an advisor, Badwa Capital helps clients achieve their business and financial objectives through strategic and transformative transactions. The firm’s professionals combine world-class execution capabilities with unmatched regional insights to deliver thoughtful and independent advice through all phases of mergers, acquisitions, and other strategic transactions. Since 2010, Badwa, which is based in the Dubai International Financial Center, has advised on transactions with a combined value of more than $6 billion. As an investor, Badwa partners with entrepreneurs across the region, supporting them as they build innovative, profitable and sustainable businesses. Additional information on Badwa Capital may be found at www.badwacapital.com.


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