Ahmed Nasser Al Nowais

Founder & CEO at Annex Investments

Speaker

Ahmed Nasser Al Nowais is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Annex Investments, a hybrid venture single-family office headquartered in Abu Dhabi. Under his leadership, Annex Investments blends the traditions of family wealth stewardship with a forward-looking venture approach, focusing on direct and co-investments that empower early-stage entrepreneurs and high-growth companies across the MENA region and beyond.

With a vision to bridge legacy and innovation, Ahmed has positioned Annex as a distinctive investment platform that combines the resilience of a traditional family office with the agility of a venture builder. The firm is sector-agnostic but maintains a strong interest in transformative technologies, sustainability, and impact-driven solutions that shape the future economy.

Beyond his role at Annex, Ahmed has been a key figure in the UAE’s entrepreneurial ecosystem. He is the former Founder of the Emirates Family Office Association, a member of Emirates Angels Investors Association, and an active participant in the Family Business Council Gulf (FBCG). His career reflects a deep commitment to fostering innovation, supporting next-generation founders, and reinforcing the UAE’s position as a hub for investment and entrepreneurship.

Ahmed represents a new chapter of family office leadership in the region—anchored in tradition, yet dedicated to global partnerships, cross-border growth, and impactful investment.