Dariy Al-Khamid

Investor (Meliora) & CEO (LaunchWave) | Investing across public & private markets in the economy of the future | Writing about how businesses compound

📍 United States🔄 Updated September 2026💼 5 investments📅 5 years investing🗓 Last invested Sep 2024
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Sep 2024
OpenAI is an AI research and deployment company dedicated to ensuring that general-purpose artificial intelligence benefits all of humanity. AI is an extremely powerful tool that must be created with safety and human needs at its core. OpenAI is dedicated to putting that alignment of interests first — ahead of profit. To achieve our mission, we must encompass and value the many different perspectives, voices, and experiences that form the full spectrum of humanity. Our investment in diversity, equity, and inclusion is ongoing, executed through a wide range of initiatives, and championed and supported by leadership. At OpenAI, we believe artificial intelligence has the potential to help people solve immense global challenges, and we want the upside of AI to be widely shared. Join us in shaping the future of technology.
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Aug 2024
OUR MISSION TO BRING THE BEST OF GREECE TO YOUR PLATE At Greco, we aim to deliver a genuine Greek culinary experience to everyone, everywhere. We believe in the power of food to bring people together, fostering a sense of community and connection. BORN IN BOSTON, INSPIRED BY GREECE Greco started with a vision to bring the vibrant flavors and rich traditions of Greek street food to the heart of the city. Since opening our first location in Boston’s Back Bay, we have grown to six locations and are still expanding nationally. Each Greco location is unique but always embodies our philosophy of philoxenia – the Greek tradition of hospitality that turns strangers into friends. Our fresh, homemade Greek cuisine, paired with enlightened hospitality, creates a truly Greek experience. OUR FOOD TASTE GREECE IN EVERY BITE Inspired by rich culinary traditions, we use high-quality ingredients to create flavorful and healthy dishes. From Kalamata olives to freshly milled pita, we bring the best of Greek cuisine to your table.
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Jan 2022
Gravitics, Inc. designs and manufactures large space structures, including orbital carriers, cargo logistics spacecraft, and space station modules. Gravitics is redefining space superiority and enabling a new era for commercial development in earth orbit and beyond. Visit gravitics.com to learn more.
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Jan 2022
Your financial future shouldnt depend on your race, background, or zip code. Yet 45 million Americans remain "credit invisible," while countless others face denials, evictions, and predatory interest rates regularly. Esusu is changing that. As a financial technology and data platform, were revolutionizing financial health, identity services, and inclusive decision-making for individuals and businesses alike. Our impact speaks volumes: $50 billion in credit activity facilitated 5 million+ rental units in our network Trusted partnerships with leading real estate companies, government entities, fintechs, banks, and employers Through our enterprise services, embedded products, and consumer offerings, were creating a financial system that works for everyone—right when fintech innovation matters most. Join us in building a future where financial systems are inclusive by design, access is standard, and opportunity reaches everyone. Unlock Tomorrow with Esusu.
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2024
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Sep 2024
Launch Wave is an innovative consumer products company that identifies opportunities, launches quickly, and scales winners across eCommerce and beyond. Were creating a more predictable way to launch products. Instead of chasing one-off hits, we use a system to test, learn, and manage a portfolio of SKUs. We operate at the intersection of consumer insight, rapid execution, and marketplace intelligence. We identify underserved product categories, launch strategically, and scale proven winners. Our focus: → Consumer products across different categories → Amazon as our primary channel, with expansion to Walmart, TikTok, DTC, and retail → Speed to market without compromising quality → Data-driven decision making at every stage
early stageRetail
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Sep 2024
Launchpad Venture Group is a Boston-area angel investing group focused on locally based, early stage companies, primarily in high tech and life sciences. Launchpad is the most active Seed funder in the region having backed over 150 start ups. Launchpad specializes in leading priced equity raises. Launchpad invests approximately $10 million per year and actively syndicates with other Angel Groups and Venture Capitalists. You can learn more at www.launchpadventuregroup.com.
Investor
Sep 2024
OpenAI is an AI research and deployment company dedicated to ensuring that general-purpose artificial intelligence benefits all of humanity. AI is an extremely powerful tool that must be created with safety and human needs at its core. OpenAI is dedicated to putting that alignment of interests first — ahead of profit. To achieve our mission, we must encompass and value the many different perspectives, voices, and experiences that form the full spectrum of humanity. Our investment in diversity, equity, and inclusion is ongoing, executed through a wide range of initiatives, and championed and supported by leadership. At OpenAI, we believe artificial intelligence has the potential to help people solve immense global challenges, and we want the upside of AI to be widely shared. Join us in shaping the future of technology.
Investor
Aug 2024
OUR MISSION TO BRING THE BEST OF GREECE TO YOUR PLATE At Greco, we aim to deliver a genuine Greek culinary experience to everyone, everywhere. We believe in the power of food to bring people together, fostering a sense of community and connection. BORN IN BOSTON, INSPIRED BY GREECE Greco started with a vision to bring the vibrant flavors and rich traditions of Greek street food to the heart of the city. Since opening our first location in Boston’s Back Bay, we have grown to six locations and are still expanding nationally. Each Greco location is unique but always embodies our philosophy of philoxenia – the Greek tradition of hospitality that turns strangers into friends. Our fresh, homemade Greek cuisine, paired with enlightened hospitality, creates a truly Greek experience. OUR FOOD TASTE GREECE IN EVERY BITE Inspired by rich culinary traditions, we use high-quality ingredients to create flavorful and healthy dishes. From Kalamata olives to freshly milled pita, we bring the best of Greek cuisine to your table.
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Jan 2022
Gravitics, Inc. designs and manufactures large space structures, including orbital carriers, cargo logistics spacecraft, and space station modules. Gravitics is redefining space superiority and enabling a new era for commercial development in earth orbit and beyond. Visit gravitics.com to learn more.
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