Ali Ispahani

Ali Ispahani is an accomplished business professional with extensive experience in asset management, corporate finance, and hospitality. Currently serving as Managing Partner at The Stay since August 2017, Ali co-founded the company and oversees its growth strategy and daily operations across six hotels. As Managing Partner at Nev Ventures since May 2015, Ali established an advisory firm focused on emerging market investment opportunities, particularly in various sectors such as FMCG, retail, and technology. Previously, Ali held key positions at Actera Group as Director, where substantial investment evaluations and executions were made, and at McKinsey & Company as Engagement Manager, leading the Corporate Finance Practice in Istanbul. Ali's career also includes roles at Alpha Finance and E&Y Corporate Finance LLC. Education was completed at The Wharton School with a BSC in Finance and Management after attending Robert College.