H.E. Minister Hassan El Khatib’s Bio Ministry of Investment and Foreign Trade Hassan El Khatib, the Egyptian Minister of Investment and Foreign Trade, brings a wealth of experience and expertise to his role. With a career spanning over 35 years, he has made significant contributions to private equity, investment management and corporate governance. El Khatib currently serves as a non-executive Board Member of the Central Bank of Egypt and has served as an Independent Board Member of the Sovereign Fund of Egypt from 2019 to 2023. His commitment to economic development is exemplified by his involvement with the Egyptian Prime Minister's Economic Advisory Committee. From 2014 to 2023, he served as Managing Director Equity at the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD), managing a portfolio valued at $8-10 billion. He oversaw direct and quasi-equity investments across 38 countries, achieving successful exits exceeding $6 billion and substantial profits for the bank. Prior to his role at EBRD, El Khatib held significant positions in the private equity sector. As Managing Director at the Carlyle Group and as Managing Partner at EFG-Hermes Private Equity. He has contributed his expertise to numerous sectors, including financial institutions, energy, infrastructure, pharmaceuticals, real estate and charity organizations. He is the ex-Chairman of the Egyptian Junior Businessmen Association and the Egyptian Private Equity Association. Additionally, he is the founder and a member of the board of trustees for the Misr ElKheir Foundation, and has been involved with various boards and advisory committees, including the Egyptian Center for Economic Studies and the American Chamber of Commerce in Cairo. El Khatib holds a Master’s degree in Business Administration (MBA) from California State University, Sacramento, where he graduated with highest distinction, and a Bachelor of Science in Civil Structural Engineering from Cairo University. H.E. El Khatib is also a visiting lecturer of the Private Equity Venture Course for Master of Finance Student at Imperial College London.
Hassan, hard work, competence, integrity and grace rewarded. Wishing you the best for this important portfolio in your beloved Egypt.
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Congratulations dear Hassan, wonderful to see your integrity, judgement, tremendous experience and constructive approach being put to use for the service of your beloved Egypt. You have always been a great colleague, boss and older brother to me and I am sure you will be great in this new role as well. The best of luck!
What a privilege for Egypt!
That's fantastic news! With his excellency exceptional track record, the venture capital industry in Egypt is poised for a significant transformation. This will redefine the innovation ecosystem, streamline regulations, and attract substantial foreign capital, ushering in a new era of growth and opportunity.
Best choice for the ministry of Investment
It’s great to see California State University-Sacramento alumni do BIG things! From Sacramento to Cairo myself, your community is cheering you on, Your Excellency! 🔥
Egypt is full of talented resources. Great choice
It’s really very thrilling news to have a minister with such a great background and expertise.
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1moBest choice in all cabinet