About Us - GulfX Capital

About

With roots in the Gulf and a focus on Western markets, we’re a venture capital firm that believes in supporting entrepreneurs from day one. We don’t just invest money – we partner with founders, offering hands-on support and guidance to help build successful international businesses.

Ideas are easy. Execution is everything. It takes a team to win.

Our name ‘GulfX’ reflects both our roots in the dynamic ‘Gulf’ region and our commitment to investing in the ‘neXt’ generation of innovators.

Our Mission

To invest in visionary founders who demonstrate exceptional problem-solving capabilities, technological innovation, and the potential to create meaningful impact across industries.

Our Vision

To become the premier pre-seed platform by consistently taking calculated risks where others see doubt.

Team

Ali Omar

Ali leverages deep expertise in emerging tech and scalable platforms to identify transformative ventures and drive innovation across GulfX Capital’s portfolio.

Isa Tariq

Isa excels in crafting go-to-market strategies, leveraging consumer insights, and enhancing brand visibility to help startups scale effectively and ethically.

Zara Saad

Zara ensures operational excellence by optimizing processes and structuring organizations to achieve sustainable growth and adapt swiftly to market changes.

Story

At the WEF Annual Meeting 2023, Ali Omar and Isa Tariq had a life-changing conversation about the future of business in the Gulf region. During talks about new technology and economic growth, they spotted a problem: old-fashioned investment practices were holding back emerging entrepreneurs. Their shared concern led them to create GulfX Capital, a venture dedicated to supporting the next generation of startups. Within a year, GulfX launched its first investment fund, helping entrepreneurs who had struggled to find support in the past.