SVP/Head of Principal Investments
2012 - 2020
The National Investor
- Managed the $30 million debt restructuring of a large four-star hotel.
- Led the acquisition of a 50% stake of a regional food and beverage company for $150 million, and drove the expansion of supermarket, F&B, catering, and FM operations through organic growth and acquisitions.
- Led turnaround initiatives for a family entertainment center resulting in a 30% increase in revenue and return to profitability in two years, enabling the first shareholder dividend distribution.
- Delivered returns over a short time horizon via expense rationalization and revenue growth through bolt-on acquisition of struggling competitors, leading to an eventual exit through private placement.
- Led regional bolt-on acquisitions to accelerate the growth of a leading global advisory firm focused on hospitality, retail, and real estate.
- Created and led turnaround strategies for a struggling hotel, enhancing cash flow generation and improving margins before stepping in and serving as the general manager overseeing 170 employees and ensuring the achievement of financial targets.
- Managed a $50 million private equity fund with investments across the MENA and India. Led successful exits of portfolio companies through IPO and private placement. Other responsibilities included LP reporting and periodic valuations.
- Managed an $80 million portfolio of commercial real estate assets with responsibilities that included conducting detailed returns analysis, sourcing and managing tenants, and negotiating leases.
- Created and managed a $30 million fixed income portfolio to generate steady recurring income while preparing detailed investment policies and guidelines to manage execution and risk.
Focus areas: Private Equity, Corporate Restructuring, Portfolio Management, Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A)
Assistant Manager
2008 - 2012
Ernst & Young
- Spearheaded the $70 million sale of controlling equity stake in an aluminum panels manufacturer.
- Managed the search and acquisition of a K-12 school by a leading international operator.
- Conducted the valuation of a large regional chain of entertainment centers with assets in ten countries.
- Conducted valuation of a MENA-based chain of hardware retail stores owned by a European private equity firm.
- Managed the debt restructuring of a leading glass manufacturing facility, including helping with liquidity management and building 13-week cash flow forecasts.
- Managed the debt restructuring of $100 million steel fabrication facilities in India and the UAE.
- Prepared a feasibility study for USD $200 million polypropylene board manufacturer–assisted in securing funding from banks and the parent company.
- Prepared a feasibility study of $50 million dry and cold storage facilities and assisted in successful bank financing.
- Conducted valuation of leading regional distributor of luxury German automobiles.
- Managed a $100+ million debt raise for the construction of a shopping mall and office tower in South Asia.
Focus areas: Business Planning, Financial Restructuring, Feasibility Studies, Valuation Modeling, Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A)