Mohammed Alzubi
Founder at Nama Ventures
Profile
Engineer turned engineering manager, entrepreneur turned tech investor.
Failed as an entrepreneur a bunch of times till I was able to build a winner.
Made numerous investments in both startups and funds along the years, 45 and counting, some failed miserably, some turned out great, two became unicorns and two are hopefully on their way.
Currently the Managing Partner of Nama Ventures, a Venture Capital fund focused on fueling technology innovation in MENA, particularly in KSA.
A member of many Angel Networks including Sand Hill Angels in Silicon Valley, Founding board member of Riyadh Angel Investors in Riyadh, and an advisor with Woman Spark in KSA.
Co-founded Tech Wadi in Silicon Valley and I’m an advisor to numerous MENA tech incubators, accelerators and startups.
I hold an MBA from London Business School and a BS in Electrical Engineering from Brigham Young University.
Technical Certs: CCIE, MCSE, CCSP, and MCDBA.
Also paid my coding dues in low level C, C++ & Java.
Mohammed Alzubi active positions
| Companies | Position | Start |
|---|---|---|
Sand Hill Angels, Inc.
 Sand Hill Angels, Inc. Investment ManagersFinance Sand Hill Angels Inc (Sand Hill Angels) is an angel investment firm founded in 2000. The firm is headquartered in Mountain View, California. | Director/Board Member | 2007-12-31 |
Nama Ventures
 Nama Ventures Investment ManagersFinance Nama Ventures (Nama Ventures) is a venture capital firm founded in 2018 by Mohammed Alzubi. The firm is headquartered in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. | Founder | 2019-03-31 |
| Riyadh Angel Investors | Director/Board Member | 2019-10-31 |
Starzly FZ LLC
 Starzly FZ LLC Internet Software/ServicesTechnology Services Starzly FZ LLC engages in entertainment and media platform services. It connect users directly with celebrities and social media influencers. The company was founded by Badr Kachibal on January 2020 and is headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. | Director/Board Member | 2020-02-29 |
PalmHR LLC
 PalmHR LLC Internet Software/ServicesTechnology Services PalmHR LLC engages in the provision of cloud-based human resources solution. Its platform features include team, time, pay, and engage. The company was founded in 2008 and is headquartered in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. | Director/Board Member | 2020-02-29 |
Woman Spark
 Woman Spark Financial ConglomeratesFinance Woman Spark is an early stage angel investors network. It invests in new generation of digital economy creators. The company was founded by Deema Al-Yahya and is headquartered in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. | Consultant / Advisor | - |
Jafarshop
 Jafarshop Internet RetailRetail Trade Jafarshop is a Jordanian company that offers a variety of products, including the SOUDAL 8 IN 1 Multi Spray, which is a versatile spray that can be used for rust removal, lubrication, water repellent, corrosion resistance, and more. The company was founded in 2017 and is based in Amman, Jordan. The company also sells a range of electrical tools, hand tools, measuring tools, drills, screws, paints, and gardening supplies. | Director/Board Member | 2022-07-31 |
Faceki, Inc.
 Faceki, Inc. Packaged SoftwareTechnology Services The Bahraini company offers a range of services, including KYC identity verification, passwordless biometric authentication, and AML/PEP/sanctions screening. The company's AI-powered facial recognition technology is built with anti-money laundering and politically exposed person compliance in mind. The company also offers document verification and passive liveness check features to ensure secure and accurate identification for customer onboarding processes. Faceki's services can be easily integrated into a business's existing infrastructure with their well-equipped API, and they provide businesses with a comprehensive dashboard to access all essential information. | Director/Board Member | 2021-08-31 |
Former positions of Mohammed Alzubi
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| Tharwa Capital Management LLC FZ | Private Equity Investor | 2018-04-29 |
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Training of Mohammed Alzubi
| London Business School | Masters Business Admin |
| Brigham Young University | Undergraduate Degree |
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Linked companies
| Private companies | 13 |
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Sand Hill Angels, Inc.
Sand Hill Angels, Inc. Investment ManagersFinance Sand Hill Angels Inc (Sand Hill Angels) is an angel investment firm founded in 2000. The firm is headquartered in Mountain View, California. | Finance |
Nama Ventures
Nama Ventures Investment ManagersFinance Nama Ventures (Nama Ventures) is a venture capital firm founded in 2018 by Mohammed Alzubi. The firm is headquartered in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. | Finance |
| Riyadh Angel Investors | Finance |
Starzly FZ LLC
Starzly FZ LLC Internet Software/ServicesTechnology Services Starzly FZ LLC engages in entertainment and media platform services. It connect users directly with celebrities and social media influencers. The company was founded by Badr Kachibal on January 2020 and is headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. | Technology Services |
PalmHR LLC
PalmHR LLC Internet Software/ServicesTechnology Services PalmHR LLC engages in the provision of cloud-based human resources solution. Its platform features include team, time, pay, and engage. The company was founded in 2008 and is headquartered in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. | Technology Services |
| Dubai Silicon Oasis Authority | Government |
TechWadi
 TechWadi Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services TechWadi is a non-profit organization that aims to support and empower entrepreneurs and innovators in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. The non-profit company is based in Redwood Shores, CA. The organization provides mentorship, networking opportunities, and access to resources to help startups grow and succeed. TechWadi also works to bridge the gap between the MENA region and Silicon Valley by fostering collaboration and partnerships between the two regions. | Commercial Services |
Woman Spark
Woman Spark Financial ConglomeratesFinance Woman Spark is an early stage angel investors network. It invests in new generation of digital economy creators. The company was founded by Deema Al-Yahya and is headquartered in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. | Finance |
Jafarshop
Jafarshop Internet RetailRetail Trade Jafarshop is a Jordanian company that offers a variety of products, including the SOUDAL 8 IN 1 Multi Spray, which is a versatile spray that can be used for rust removal, lubrication, water repellent, corrosion resistance, and more. The company was founded in 2017 and is based in Amman, Jordan. The company also sells a range of electrical tools, hand tools, measuring tools, drills, screws, paints, and gardening supplies. | Retail Trade |
Faceki, Inc.
Faceki, Inc. Packaged SoftwareTechnology Services The Bahraini company offers a range of services, including KYC identity verification, passwordless biometric authentication, and AML/PEP/sanctions screening. The company's AI-powered facial recognition technology is built with anti-money laundering and politically exposed person compliance in mind. The company also offers document verification and passive liveness check features to ensure secure and accurate identification for customer onboarding processes. Faceki's services can be easily integrated into a business's existing infrastructure with their well-equipped API, and they provide businesses with a comprehensive dashboard to access all essential information. | Technology Services |
| Tharwa Capital Management LLC FZ | |
LSV CAPITAL MANAGEMENT LLC
 LSV CAPITAL MANAGEMENT LLC Investment ManagersFinance LSV Capital Management LLC (Lightstone Ventures) is a venture capital firm founded in 2012. The firm is headquartered in Menlo Park, California. | Finance |
| Sulaf Solutions, Inc. | Technology Services |
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