Mahmoud Adi

Technology enthusiast and investor – on a mission to identify and partner with exceptional founders, reach out to us on shorooq.com

📍 United Arab Emirates, United Arab Emirates🔄 Updated September 2026💼 4 investments📅 10 years investing🗓 Last invested Apr 2021𝕏 @upgrade_to_unlock
VC🌍 United Arab Emirates
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Board Member
Apr 2021
World Social Innovation Forum (WSIF) is a global platform of social changemakers, social innovators, impact investors, policymakers, and thought leaders in government, non-profit, and corporate sectors. It is headquartered in Silicon Valley and it aims to improve the lives of people and build stronger, healthier communities across the globe. Our approach provides a unique combination of educating, engaging, and connecting leaders in areas like impact investment, digital women entrepreneurship, digital healthcare, digital education, and smart city/village initiatives.
Board Member
Jan 2021
Were all about making payments simple. Whether youre looking for a prepaid card solution, multi-currency offering, credit card solution, BNPL services - weve got you covered with an end-to-end fully compliant and secure platform that gets your product out into the market at record speed.
Board Member
Jan 2020
Sarwa is your go-to investing and personal finance platform on a mission to help everyone put their money to work. Were a one-stop app focused on bringing you holistic money management solutions. Sarwa offers a simple user experience with no complicated financial jargon. The company is led by a team of financial and technology experts and is backed by top international funds. Sarwa Digital Wealth (Capital) Limited is regulated by the Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA) in the ADGM. Sarwa Digital Wealth Limited is regulated by the DFSA in the DIFC. Sarwa Digital Wealth (Capital) Limited and Sarwa Digital Wealth Limited are two separate legal entities but are collectively referred to as “Sarwa”. Sarwa Save, Self-directed trading and Cryptocurrencies are only available to clients who have an account with Sarwa Digital Wealth (Capital) Limited. The DFSA does not regulate Cryptocurrencies. The information provided in this page is for general informational purposes only. It should not be considered as personalized investment advice as this might not be suitable for everyone. Each investor should do their due diligence before making any decision that may impact his/her financial situation and should have an investment strategy that reflects his risk profile and goals. All investing is subject to risk, including the possible loss of the money invested. The examples provided are for illustrative purposes. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Data shared from third parties is obtained from what are considered reliable sources however cannot be guaranteed.
Co-Founder & Board Member
May 2016
Pure Harvest Smart Farms is a pioneering, technology-enabled agribusiness headquartered in the United Arab Emirates, focused on sustainable year-round production of premium-quality fresh fruits & vegetables.  We are committed to delivering on our mission of farming extraordinarily flavourful, affordable, and locally grown fresh produce, by innovating across the full value chain of controlled-environment agriculture (CEA), including technology design, procurement, construction, and farm operations, and then marketing & selling products through our global consumer brand.  Our world-leading yields are the result of our inventive approach to farming.  We originated the Middle Easts first semi-automated, high-tech hybrid growing system, and then applied horticultural best practices, to tackle some of the regions principal challenges, including food security, water conservation, economic diversification, and sustainability demands.  We have secured over USD 387 million of capital commitments to-date from a truly global investor base – from California, USA to Seoul, Korea – who recognize the value of our mission and our commitment to sustainable agriculture.
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2021
Board Member
Apr 2021
World Social Innovation Forum (WSIF) is a global platform of social changemakers, social innovators, impact investors, policymakers, and thought leaders in government, non-profit, and corporate sectors. It is headquartered in Silicon Valley and it aims to improve the lives of people and build stronger, healthier communities across the globe. Our approach provides a unique combination of educating, engaging, and connecting leaders in areas like impact investment, digital women entrepreneurship, digital healthcare, digital education, and smart city/village initiatives.
Board Member
Jan 2021
Were all about making payments simple. Whether youre looking for a prepaid card solution, multi-currency offering, credit card solution, BNPL services - weve got you covered with an end-to-end fully compliant and secure platform that gets your product out into the market at record speed.
2020
Board Member
Jan 2020
Sarwa is your go-to investing and personal finance platform on a mission to help everyone put their money to work. Were a one-stop app focused on bringing you holistic money management solutions. Sarwa offers a simple user experience with no complicated financial jargon. The company is led by a team of financial and technology experts and is backed by top international funds. Sarwa Digital Wealth (Capital) Limited is regulated by the Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA) in the ADGM. Sarwa Digital Wealth Limited is regulated by the DFSA in the DIFC. Sarwa Digital Wealth (Capital) Limited and Sarwa Digital Wealth Limited are two separate legal entities but are collectively referred to as “Sarwa”. Sarwa Save, Self-directed trading and Cryptocurrencies are only available to clients who have an account with Sarwa Digital Wealth (Capital) Limited. The DFSA does not regulate Cryptocurrencies. The information provided in this page is for general informational purposes only. It should not be considered as personalized investment advice as this might not be suitable for everyone. Each investor should do their due diligence before making any decision that may impact his/her financial situation and should have an investment strategy that reflects his risk profile and goals. All investing is subject to risk, including the possible loss of the money invested. The examples provided are for illustrative purposes. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Data shared from third parties is obtained from what are considered reliable sources however cannot be guaranteed.
2016
Founding Partner
Sep 2016
Shorooq is a multi-dimensional investment firm in the Middle East and North Africa. The firm is grounded on the fundamental principle: “Founders Partners, Company Builders and Value Investors." The team bring years of entrepreneurship and professional investment experience in venture capital, venture debt and private equity in the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, United States and more. Shorooqs mission is to propel the technology startup innovation landscape in the region. The firm has a portfolio of 80+ startups across fintech, platform and software. Shorooq Partners have received the Investor of the Year Award three consecutive times and was recognized as the Fastest Growing VC in the region. Shorooq was founded in 2017, headquartered in Abu Dhabi and is the first one to become licensed as a full fund manager in ADGM. It has presence and offices in Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Riyadh, Cairo and Korea To share your pitch deck or partner with us, please visit www.shorooq.com
Co-Founder & Board Member
May 2016
Pure Harvest Smart Farms is a pioneering, technology-enabled agribusiness headquartered in the United Arab Emirates, focused on sustainable year-round production of premium-quality fresh fruits & vegetables.  We are committed to delivering on our mission of farming extraordinarily flavourful, affordable, and locally grown fresh produce, by innovating across the full value chain of controlled-environment agriculture (CEA), including technology design, procurement, construction, and farm operations, and then marketing & selling products through our global consumer brand.  Our world-leading yields are the result of our inventive approach to farming.  We originated the Middle Easts first semi-automated, high-tech hybrid growing system, and then applied horticultural best practices, to tackle some of the regions principal challenges, including food security, water conservation, economic diversification, and sustainability demands.  We have secured over USD 387 million of capital commitments to-date from a truly global investor base – from California, USA to Seoul, Korea – who recognize the value of our mission and our commitment to sustainable agriculture.
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