Youssef Kabbaj

Youssef Kabbaj is a highly accomplished professional with a background in investment banking, specializing in Frontier Markets and Special Situations. Currently serving as the Managing Director in the Investment Banking Division at Whitestones Partners, a boutique merchant bank. Prior to his current role, he held key positions at renowned firms like GLG Partners and Goldman Sachs, gaining extensive experience in marketing, strategic coverage, and North Africa Coverage. Youssef's expertise lies in Special Situations, Frontiers Markets, Alternative Financing, asset sourcing, hedge funds, and private equity. He is an alumnus of Massachusetts Institute of Technology, holding an MSc from the Engineering Systems Division.

With a proven track record in the financial sector, Youssef Kabbaj has leveraged his skills to drive growth and success in multiple organizations. Beyond his current role at Whitestones Partners, he has held prominent positions such as Managing Director at Whitestones Ventures, and served as a Board Member at Fairjungle and Whitestones Partners. Youssef's previous experience includes being the CEO for the Middle East and North Africa region at GLG Partners and overseeing the Special Situations Group in the Investment Banking Division at Exotix. His tenure at Goldman Sachs further enriched his expertise where he led the Strategic Coverage Group and managed North Africa Coverage.