Alexandre Ziad Karkour is a strategic advisor specializing in cross-border M&A, private equity, and venture capital, with a track record in tech, financial services, and healthcare. As Venture Partner, Alex will support KELES in fundraising, building dealflow and investment decisions.
Alex began his career at Reed Elsevier in Paris before joining SmithKline Beecham in London, where he contributed to managing international business units across Europe, the Middle East, and CIS countries. He later led expansion efforts at Mondex/MasterCard International, driving growth in 15+ European Middle East and Africa (EMEA) markets. As the founder of Creed Capital, he has advised family offices, corporations, and financial institutions on private equity investments, growth capital, and M&A transactions across the EMEA. He has played a key role in fundraising for private equity and venture capital funds in healthcare, supporting transformative investments.
Alexandre Karkour holds a diploma from Sciences Po Paris and an MBA from INSEAD.