Awaiz Patni

CFO at Bugshan Investment

Panellist

Awaiz Patni is a senior finance executive and investment strategist with over two decades of experience shaping capital allocation strategies, driving financial transformation, and leading cross-border investments across private markets. As the Chief Financial Officer of a prominent Saudi family office, he oversees a multi-asset portfolio that spans real estate, private equity, venture capital, technology, education, consumer products, and healthcare—with a strong focus on MENA and global growth markets.

At the forefront of regional capital deployment, Awaiz has played a pivotal role in structuring investments aligned with Vision 2030, navigating the rise of private markets in the GCC, and integrating AI and digital infrastructure into long-term portfolio strategy. His expertise lies in bridging institutional-grade analysis with regional execution, offering a rare blend of operational depth and strategic foresight.

Prior to his current role, Awaiz spent over a decade at Ernst & Young, advising family enterprises and listed corporations on assurance, tax, and investment planning across the Gulf. His nuanced understanding of both governance frameworks and entrepreneurial ecosystems uniquely positions him to guide family offices, sovereign-aligned vehicles, and next-gen investors through market transitions and innovation cycles.

A regular speaker at global investment summits and closed-door family office forums, Awaiz shares actionable insights on topics such as real asset investing, private market access, global diversification, risk management, and the evolving role of family offices in shaping capital flows. His perspectives reflect a balance of analytical rigor and pragmatic execution — tailored to the priorities of next-generation investors, business owners, and allocators.

Awaiz is known for his clarity of thought, strategic foresight, and ability to bridge global investment trends with regional context, making him a trusted voice in the evolving alternative investment landscape.