Karim Samakie

Karim Samakie is an experienced professional in business development and finance, currently serving as an Advisor at Fintech Saudi and Founding BD at MilkStraw AI since May 2023. As a co-founder of Sajilni since June 2015, Karim has extensive expertise in entrepreneurial ecosystem development. Previous roles include Director of Innovation-Driven Enterprises at the Digital Cooperation Organization and various positions at The World Bank, where Karim focused on SME and entrepreneurship development. Karim’s earlier experience includes investment management at Oasis500, operations management at Banque Libano-Française, and relationship management at BANQUE BEMO SAUDI FRANSI. Karim holds a Global Master in Finance from IE Business School and a Bachelor of Commerce from McGill University.