Kaveh Samie

Kaveh Samie is a seasoned financial executive with over 35 years of experience in the investment industry, particularly in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. He recently joined Patient Square Capital, a dedicated healthcare investment firm, as a Partner, Chairman and CEO of MENA, and Head of International Fund Partnerships.12

Career Highlights

Previous Positions::

• Executive Chairman and Head of MENA at Neuberger Berman
• CEO and Head of MENA and New Markets at KKR
• Managing Director and Global Head of Equities for HSBC Middle East and North Africa
• Regional Head of Equities at Salomon Smith Barney and Citigroup

Achievements::

• Led KKR's expansion efforts in the MENA region, resulting in substantial growth
• Opened the first regulated office of a global private equity and alternatives firm in Saudi Arabia
• Built strong relationships with CEOs, sophisticated investors, and government entities

Role at Patient Square Capital

At Patient Square Capital, Kaveh Samie is responsible for:

1. Overseeing operations in the MENA region
2. Managing international fund partnerships
3. Leveraging his expertise and relationships to raise capital for healthcare investments

Jim Momtazee, Managing Partner of Patient Square, praised Samie's unmatched expertise in the Middle East region, highlighting the value of his knowledge, insights, and relationships in their mission to invest in companies improving patient lives.1

Background and Expertise

Kaveh Samie's extensive experience spans various aspects of the financial industry, including:

• Private equity and alternative investments
• Equities and wealth management
• Working with sovereign wealth funds, government entities, and family offices

His deep understanding of the MENA region and his vast network of relationships make him a valuable asset to Patient Square Capital as they seek to expand their global reach and strengthen partnerships with limited partners.13