I am deeply passionate about transforming the financial sector and have co-launched 12 ventures to date. My expertise spans fintech, blockchain, and all things finance. Having worked with leading global institutions and advised governments on transformative initiatives, I now focus on fostering growth and supporting the next generation of founders in the Middle East, along with the governments and enterprises that back them.
I’m Lama Yammine, a serial entrepreneur and angel investor deeply passionate about innovation, particularly in the financial sector. With a personal portfolio of 12 ventures and extensive experience in fintech, blockchain, and wealth tech, I am committed to transforming the financial landscape through cutting-edge solutions.
Born in Lebanon, I left at 18 to begin an international journey that has taken me to nine different countries. Despite my global experiences, the Middle East holds a special place in my heart, and I’ve now made it my permanent home.
My career began in investment and corporate banking, where I worked with some of the largest banks and Fortune 500 companies across China, the Middle East, and Europe. I specialized in structured trade finance, investments, and corporate finance, guiding complex financial strategies for multinational clients.
In 2019, after a rewarding career in banking, I founded my first company—a banking infrastructure platform designed to empower SMEs with essential financial tools. This venture became a success offering AI-powered loans, factoring, expense management, and comprehensive banking services to SMEs across Europe. After an exit, I continued my journey as an investor and mentor, driven by a desire to empower other entrepreneurs.
Today, I build and launch new ventures across fintech, greentech, blockchain, and other emerging sectors. I also invest in a diverse range of startups and strategically advise government bodies on fintech strategy and female founder empowerment. My roles extend to sitting on advisory and director boards of funds and scale-ups, where I leverage my expertise to drive growth and innovation.
Mentoring founders is a passion of mine, with a particular focus on accelerating female-led ventures, including the first female accelerator in the Middle East. To date, I’ve been involved in over 35 startups and have helped raise over $1 billion for various initiatives and companies worldwide, particularly those focused on financial and green technologies.
After many years abroad, I’ve returned to the Middle East with a renewed purpose: to pay it forward. My mission is to transfer the knowledge and experience I’ve gained from working in Europe and the US to founders in the region, fostering innovation and supporting the next generation of entrepreneurs.
Navigates the digital assets landscape, including cryptocurrencies and tokenization, within the broader digital economy.
Provides strategic counsel to government bodies on fintech regulations, focusing on innovation and female empowerment.
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