Summit Day - GT (Gulf Time, GMT+04:00)
Ready for a boom – or still in the warm-up phase? Analysing the implications of global macro trends on private credit deployment regionally and worldwide. Unpacking the opportunity versus execution gap, local fund maturity and deal flow realities - from developed markets to high-growth regions. What makes the region’s credit landscape different from other global markets and what does that mean for fund strategies? What types of debt are shaping the next wave of growth?
- Amit Grover - Managing Partner, Grover & Company
- Mirza Beg - Founding Partner & SEO, Ruya Partners
- David Gaito - Head of Direct Lending, Fidelity Management & Research
Is regulation catching up or holding private credit back in the region? What does AAOIFI’s Standard 62 mean for Sukuk and how are investors responding to uncertainty? What’s new and what’s next?
- Sikander Ahmed - Head of MENA Private Credit, Janus Henderson Investors
- Ahmed Emre Büyükkılıç - UAE Representative, Investment Office of the Presidency of the Republic of Türkiye
Unpacking the criteria, valuation methods and evolving definition of ‘bankable’ assets across sectors. Why is ABL gaining traction in the Middle East and what growth opportunities are on the horizon? How to overcome the barriers to scaling asset-backed lending. Discussing real examples: what happens when ABL works and what are the key lessons to learn?
- Oliver Hogg - CEO & Board Member, Arzan Investment Management
- Sharif Eid - Head of Private Credit, Amwal Capital Partners
- Ahmad Nassar - Chief Financial Officer, Alfardan Group
- Asif Khan - Chief Investment Officer, Action Group Holdings
- Matthias Dux - Partner,, Avellinia Capital
What made private credit the right choice for the business? What has really changed on the ground? How did the relationship between lender and founder evolve and how were hurdles handled?
This interactive workshop explores how Shariah principles, ethics, and human judgment can enhance credit performance and alignment between lenders and borrowers. Participants will examine real-world cases and gain practical tools for designing transparent, values-driven credit structures.
One region, three capital solutions, real world results.
These case studies will break down distinct financing solutions and outcomes across the Middle East. Hear:
• Case study 1: Direct lending – supporting strategic expansion while regional banks retreat
• Case study 2: Mezzanine – bridging the gap between equity and senior debt for transformational growth
• Case study 3: Revenue based financing – empowering a founder-led business to scale without dilution
No theory – just execution.
8 mins presentations each followed by 6 mins Q&A