At the core of our ethos is a firm belief in human potential and the promise of a better future.
We forge lasting legacies by partnering with founders who are obsessed with redefining paradigms and building companies that will transcend generations.
Our sweet spot is seed-stage investing. We are post-launch investors who prefer to see early signs of product-market fit or market validation with levels of traction across industry-specific KPIs.
While we do have preferred sectors based on areas of expertise, ultimately, our interests ebb and flow as startup ecosystems and technology naturally evolve and mature.
We seek founders adept at unlocking growth and mastering the art of efficient capital utilization.
We look for founders who have lived the problems they are solving. We believe it is fundamental for founders to build businesses in industries they inherently understand.
We back founders committed to building companies that transcend borders.
We focus on startups that effectively utilize technology as the primary tool to unlock scalable growth.
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In a rapidly evolving market, our capital base enables the flexibility to focus on sustainable growth, supporting companies without the limitations or restrictions of a typical fund structure.
Our team of accomplished industry leaders combines a diverse array of backgrounds and specialties, boasting significant operating and investment track records.
All our relationships are firmly grounded in trust, authenticity, humility, and openness.
We employ a collaborative and highly interactive approach, working closely with portfolio companies to minimize risk, develop strategies, and seize opportunities. We are a natural extension of your team.
We challenge the conventional 5-7 year investment horizon of venture capital, recognizing that building generational companies requires a long-term view.
We don’t pay attention to hype; we are inspired by unconventional thinking and guided by fundamentals.
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Ali Al-Husry serves as a director of Hikma Pharmaceuticals PLC, the holding company for the Hikma Group, established in Jordan in 1978. Hikma Group has been listed on the London Stock Exchange since 2005.
Mr. Al-Husry is a founder and Board Member of Capital Bank of Jordan, where he served as Chairman and CEO of the Bank from its establishment in 1995 until 2007. Mr. Al-Husry also served as the Chairman of Alcazar Energy DIFC, an independent developer and power producer that has developed a portfolio of seven wind and solar projects across Jordan and Egypt with a total generation capacity of 411 MW.
Mr. Al-Husry is also an active philanthropist and Angel investor, spearheading the establishment of DASH Ventures, a multi-sector, multi-stage investment vehicle providing capital to high-growth startups and SMEs across the Middle East, serving as Executive Director. In 2008, he was the driving force behind the launch of Endeavor in Jordan, part of a global non-profit that is leading the movement to catalyze long-term economic growth by supporting high-impact entrepreneurs around the world.
Ali Al-Husry has a Mechanical Engineering degree from the University of Southern California, USA, and an MBA from INSEAD.
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Said Darwazah is the Executive Chairman of Hikma Pharmaceuticals PLC, a leading multinational pharmaceutical group listed on the London Stock Exchange (LSE) and part of the FTSE100 index. Hikma employs over 8000 employees globally.
He is the Chairman of the Board of the “Queen Rania Foundation” which focuses primarily on equipping youth with necessary tools for success such as ICT in education and online learning opportunities.
Said also founded the “Health Care Accreditation Council”, a not for profit organisation that accredits healthcare providers and works across the MENA region to improve standards in healthcare.
Said has a degree in Industrial Engineering from Purdue University in the US and an MBA from INSEAD. In 2016, Said was elected as the Chairman of Royal Jordanian Airlines.
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"A mind that is stretched by a new experience can never go back to its old dimensions." -Oliver Wendell Holmes, Jr.
Omar oversees a diversified portfolio across various technology verticals and steers DASH’s investments through multiple stages of growth and across geographies. Omar serves as a board director in several category-leading scale-ups as well as leading early investments into globally successful businesses.
Leveraging over 22 years of international investment experience, Omar serves as a mentor and advisor to a wide array of startups spanning various verticals, sectors, and industries. Notably, he holds the role of advisor to the investment team and board of Hikma Ventures, the corporate venture arm of Hikma Pharmaceuticals, a multinational generic pharma company listed on the London Stock Exchange and a constituent of the FTSE 100 Index.
Omar has played an integral role in supporting MENA region startup ecosystems since its nascency and remains a driving force behind the development of the region’s most cutting-edge tech companies. He continues to play an active role in the development and evolution of MENA’s startup ecosystems through his role as a board member of the Middle East Venture Capital Association (MEVCA).
Through his extensive experience, Omar has had the privilege to collaborate with numerous stakeholders, ranging from top-tier fund managers to world-class executives and serial entrepreneurs. This exposure has honed his ability to recognize talent, dedication, and integrity, among other key characteristics and values that drive success.
Omar's educational background includes an MBA with distinction from Bayes Business School – City University and a Bachelor's degree in Finance and Management from Tulane University in the US.
Outside the world of venture capital, Omar is passionate about tennis, running, basketball, traveling, music, cooking, and reading, further enriching his multifaceted perspective.
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“Learn as if you will live forever, live like you will die tomorrow.” —Mahatma Gandhi
Aboudi began his career at DASH Ventures in 2017 after graduating from Babson College, where he co-founded an initiative to facilitate entrepreneurial education to refugees in Syria and Jordan. After pursuing a life long passion and embarking on a brief professional basketball career, he returned to DASH in 2020, fueled by a passion for supporting founders addressing global challenges.
Beyond his work at DASH, Aboudi invests in early-stage startups via his family office and co-hosts a podcast exploring the balance between sports and life for high-level athletes. His unique blend of entrepreneurship, sports discipline, and investment insight makes him a pivotal figure in driving innovation and impactful change globally.
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Haya is an investor in emerging technologies. She has led investments in more than 25 companies, the majority of which are in the web3 and blockchain space. In addition to blockchain, Haya has a keen interest and experience in digital health.
Through working in pharma and venture acceleration, Haya has amassed experience in finance, operations and strategy. She enjoys working closely with early-stage founders and supporting their growth.
Haya has a B.S. from Georgetown University and an MBA from INSEAD.
Venture Partner: Web3
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Issa Azar is the Group CEO of E2E Integrated Solutions that primarily focuses on Energy Efficiency, HVAC Solutions and Building Management Systems based out of Dubai with offices in KSA, Jordan and Iraq. Mr. Azar brings international experience and an insider's understanding of the challenges facing customers in light of today's desire to have more sustainable energy efficient facilities.
After graduating from one of the most prestigious universities in Canada, he has gained experience managing various aspects of leading manufacturers in different sectors for companies in Canada, Jordan and across the Middle East . In these hands-on positions he has quickly built a history in sustainability focusing on energy efficiency programs. Issa holds a Masters in Manufacturing Management and a Bachelor in Mechanical Engineering from McGill University.
Venture Partner: Energy Efficiency & ClimateTech
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Vicky Sakhel serves as office manager for DASH Ventures and has held this role since 2016. Vicky has extensive experience in administration and office management across a number of roles in the Middle East and the U.S.A.
EA & Office Manager
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