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Mona Kattan

Founder and CEO
KAYALI

Mona Kattan is the Founder and CEO of KAYALI.  She is trailblazing Arab American entrepreneur, has been named one of the most powerful women in the Middle East by Forbes and has appeared on popular TV shows like Netflix’s Dubai Bling and Shark Tank.

Mona Kattan

Founder and CEO
KAYALI

Mona Kattan

Founder and CEO
KAYALI

Mona Kattan is the Founder and CEO of KAYALI.  She is trailblazing Arab American entrepreneur, has been named one of the most powerful women in the Middle East by Forbes and has appeared on popular TV shows like Netflix’s Dubai Bling and Shark Tank.

Driven by her love for perfume, Mona launched KAYALI in 2018. The brand, which means “my imagination” in Arabic, draws inspiration from her Middle Eastern heritage and the art of layering scents. Mona continues to lead KAYALI, working with world-renowned perfumers to create unforgettable, cruelty-free fragrances. Each luxurious scent, from its alluring notes to its beautifully crafted bottle, is a tribute to expert craftsmanship and storytelling. With nearly 5,000 perfumes in her collection, Mona has been honored as the "Most Influential Social Media Personality" by The Fragrance Foundation. Mona has built a global community of over 6 million followers across social media and she remains dedicated to fostering inclusivity and empowering the next generation of beauty enthusiasts.

 

Ahmet Burak Başpınar

Environment & Energy and Sustainability Group Manager
pladis MENA & TR & CA

Ahmet Burak Başpınar

Environment & Energy and Sustainability Group Manager
pladis MENA & TR & CA

Ahmet Burak Başpınar

Environment & Energy and Sustainability Group Manager
pladis MENA & TR & CA
 

Begüm Yontar Avcı

Sustainability Director for Eurasia and Middle East OU
The Coca-Cola Company

Begüm Yontar Avcı

Sustainability Director for Eurasia and Middle East OU
The Coca-Cola Company

Begüm Yontar Avcı

Sustainability Director for Eurasia and Middle East OU
The Coca-Cola Company
 

Selim Ucer

Co-Founder
Doktar

Selim Ucer

Co-Founder
Doktar

Selim Ucer

Co-Founder
Doktar
 

Lukas Gentele

CEO
Loftlabs

Lukas Gentele

CEO
Loftlabs

Lukas Gentele

CEO
Loftlabs

Founders at all stages, this is your opportunity to engage directly with investors during a relaxed breakfast focused on funding. Come prepared with your questions and leave with actionable insights tailored to your brand's growth journey

Investors attending:

Author:

Tina Bou-Saba

Co-Founder & Co-Managing Partner
Verity Venture Partners

Tina Henry Bou-Saba has actively invested in the consumer space since 2016 through CXT Investments, her personal investment vehicle. She enthusiastically champions purpose-driven entrepreneurs who are building the next generation of great consumer companies, including emerging brands and the technologies that enable them. An expert in beauty and wellness, Tina was an early investor in several of the most exciting brands in the category, including Dae, Kosas, Olive & June, and Saie. In 2021, she co-founded Verity Venture Partners, an early-stage consumer-focused investment firm. As a Managing Partner of VVP, Tina serves on the Board of Directors of Arrae, August, and Dae.

Tina is a trusted partner to entrepreneurs and company leaders. Her creative, collaborative, and supportive approach – in combination with sharp instincts for commercial opportunities and genuine passion for consumer products and trends – has made her one of the most respected investors in emerging brands.

Tina Bou-Saba

Co-Founder & Co-Managing Partner
Verity Venture Partners

Tina Henry Bou-Saba has actively invested in the consumer space since 2016 through CXT Investments, her personal investment vehicle. She enthusiastically champions purpose-driven entrepreneurs who are building the next generation of great consumer companies, including emerging brands and the technologies that enable them. An expert in beauty and wellness, Tina was an early investor in several of the most exciting brands in the category, including Dae, Kosas, Olive & June, and Saie. In 2021, she co-founded Verity Venture Partners, an early-stage consumer-focused investment firm. As a Managing Partner of VVP, Tina serves on the Board of Directors of Arrae, August, and Dae.

Tina is a trusted partner to entrepreneurs and company leaders. Her creative, collaborative, and supportive approach – in combination with sharp instincts for commercial opportunities and genuine passion for consumer products and trends – has made her one of the most respected investors in emerging brands.

Author:

Nick Giannuzzi

Managing Partner & Co-Founder
Humble Growth

Nick Giannuzzi

Managing Partner & Co-Founder
Humble Growth

Author:

George Song

Principal
Strand Equity

George Song

Principal
Strand Equity

Author:

Julianne Kur

Principal
Alliance Consumer Growth

Julianne Kur

Principal
Alliance Consumer Growth
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