George Haimari
Co-Founder @ Phoenician VC
Beirut, Lebanon
George Haimari is a startup investor at Phoenician VC in Beirut. George has 24+ years of advisory and banking experience in MENA and Turkey with world-class institutions (McKinsey, Booz & Co., Citibank, Bank Audi). He is a Former McKinsey partner and leader of financial institutions practice in the Middle East region (2014-2018)George advised 30+ institutions in the region including banks, central banks,investment companies, conglomerates, and set up 5+ banks/ financial institutions end-to-end from strategy to implementation, launched 10+ new businesses for major financial institutions.He has a global geographic experience including GCC, Turkey, Levant, North Africa and Central and South East AsiaGeorge holds an MBA from the American University of Beirut, and a Bachelor’s degree from the Université Saint Joseph.
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About Phoenician VC
Phoenician VC focuses on early-stage technology companies across the MENA, Europe, and the US. We are a team of seasoned investors and entrepreneurs, who work closely together to collectively provide support, insight, and guidance for financial service companies and a variety of other sectors with ever-changing market needs.We look for founderswho share our values, aspirations and ongoing pursuit to continuously evolve and adapt. Our team actively supports founders to reach their potential through a collaborative process, shaping early-stage ventures and creating value across the investment cycle. Technology is at the foundation of our ethos, driving every aspect of our work. We believe in its transformative impact, specifically within the financial services industry, and its ability to allow companies to thrive while adapting to the clear shift in users’ behavior, preferences, and internet access. Identifying and utilizing the right Fintech is the key to unlocking the social, economical, and commercial opportunities. Fintech is the cornerstone of building any successful business, allowing for financial services to become adaptable to the needs of both venture owners and consumers, while also driving financial inclusion in many untapped markets.By combining our years of experience, our thirst for evolution, and our vision for tomorrow, we work to build long-lasting partnerships that will continuously grow and prosper.
Phoenician VC Contacts
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Ahmad Tuffaha
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George Haimari
Co-Founder
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Jad Salame
Managing Partner and Founder
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Mary Farah Madbak
Head of Accounting and Administration
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Mohamed Ibrahim
Co-Founder
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