Looking for roles in strategic finance, investment readiness, or portfolio value creation. Open to fractional or leadership roles (Operating Partner, CFO, COO) where I can support founders and funds with scaling, reporting, and unlocking value.
AYOpen to opportunities
Akram El Youssi
@akramelyoussi
OPERATING PARTNER | STRATEGIC FINANCE & PORTFOLIO VALUE CREATION
United Arab EmiratesWhat I'm looking for
Seasoned finance and investment executive with 20+ years of experience across investment banking, private equity, and venture building. Proven track record in strategic finance, investment readiness, and operational scaling. Worked across buy-side, sell-side, and operator roles, advising corporates, funds, and startups across MENA and Africa. Deep expertise in portfolio monitoring, transaction advisory, venture scaling, and value realization, with hands-on leadership in digital transformation and infrastructure design. A 2X founder with unique insight into fund dynamics, capital raising, and value creation.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
WPCurrent
Deliver in-person and virtual corporate training seminars on financial statement modeling, M&A, LBO, and valuation to professionals and students across investment banking, private equity, and corporate finance.
IN
Founder
InstaVal
Jan 2019 - Jun 2025 (6 years 5 months)
Built a B2B FinTech platform delivering investment readiness and investor reporting services to founders and portfolio monitoring solutions to investors, securing partnerships and delivering 2,000+ readiness assessments.
UC
Founder & Managing Partner
Upside Capital
Jan 2010 - Dec 2019 (9 years 11 months)
Led an M&A and strategic advisory boutique advising on growth capital, exits, and restructurings; digitized deal execution workflows and advised on IPOs and trade sales.
CE
Investment Director
CDG Capital Private Equity
Jan 2008 - Dec 2010 (2 years 11 months)
Led growth investments, structured mezzanine deals, and oversaw portfolio scaling strategies, contributing to successful IPOs and exits.
BC
Associate - Structured Finance
BMCE Capital
Jan 2005 - Dec 2008 (3 years 11 months)
Structured corporate and project finance deals across West Africa with focus on agri-business, healthcare, and industrial sectors, delivering transaction execution and financing solutions.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
CICFA Institute
CFA Level I, Finance
Completed the CFA Level I examination with the CFA Institute in 2007.
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Ecole des Ponts Business School
Master of Business Administration, Business Administration
Completed a Master of Business Administration at Ecole des Ponts Business School, graduating in 2005.
AUAl Akhawayn University
Bachelor of Business Administration, Business Administration
Completed a Bachelor of Business Administration at Al Akhawayn University, graduating in 1999.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Open to opportunities
Location
United Arab EmiratesAuthorized to work in
Salary expectations
250k-300k USD
Social media
Skills
FinanceFinancial ReportingFinancial ModelingFinancial AnalysisFinancial ManagementFinancial PlanningFinancial StatementsFinancial ServicesFinancial OperationsFinancial SystemsFintechFintech SolutionsInvestment BankingInvestment ManagementInvestor RelationsInvestmentEquityStartupsStartup ExperienceStart Up Environment ExperienceStrategic PlanningStrategic ThinkingStrategyStrategic PartnershipsBusinessBusiness DevelopmentBusiness IntelligenceBusiness AcumenBusiness AnalysisBusiness OperationsValuationMergers And AcquisitionsDiscounted Cash FlowCapital MarketsVenture Capital Industry KnowledgePrivate Capital Industry Knowledge
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