Abrar A.

Abrar A. (full name Abrar Ahmad) is a Founding Partner at Travel Capitalist Ventures, a travel-focused investment firm with a global presence.1 With over 24 years of experience in the travel industry, Ahmad has established himself as a prominent figure in travel investments and technology.2

Career Highlights

Ahmad's extensive background in the travel sector includes:

• Former travel agent
• Owner of a 50-person online travel agency
• CTO overseeing one of the first travel consolidator booking engines
• Currently in his 10th year as a travel-focused venture capitalist1

Expertise and Influence

Ahmad is known for his ability to identify and evaluate travel trends and investment opportunities in key markets.1 His unique perspective stems from his global travel, technology, and business expertise. He serves on several advisory boards, including:

• Travel fintech company Eilago
• Travel news aggregator Travel Trade Today
• Brazilian meta-search company Voopter (alongside Oliver Samwer)1

Public Appearances and Media Presence

Ahmad is a respected voice in the travel industry, frequently appearing as a speaker at international events such as:

• The Economist Magazine's "Future of Travel Summit" in Madrid
• IATA World Passenger Symposiums
• SITA Innovation Day1

He has also been featured in various business and travel media outlets, including Economic Times India, CNBC-18, Bloomberg, SKIFT, PhocusWire, Peninsula News (QR), and Arabian Business.1

Current Role

As a Founding Partner at Travel Capitalist Ventures, Ahmad focuses on private equity investments in travel companies worldwide.3 The firm has made 10 investments across 7 countries, leveraging Ahmad's extensive industry experience and insights.1