Professional team

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Johnny Haykal, CFA       

Managing Partner

Bachelor of Business Administration from Notre Dame University

CFA, Charter holder

Johnny has over 20 years of corporate finance and TS experience having worked on a vast number of assignments in the banking, public, retail, manufacturing, and hospitality   industries.

Johnny is currently heading the financial functions for various group of companies operating in center Africa.

He also managed the FAS department at KPMG Lebanon for 8 years.

Johnny performed several feasibility and valuation assignments in several industries including the   insurance industry. Johnny was in charge of a valuation exercise in relation   to an insurance company in Lebanon.

Johnny was in charge of a due diligence project in Riyadh office conducted on a real estate company.

Managed M&A transactions in the retail and grocery sector with a deal closing worth more   than USD 20 million. 

Performed a valuation exercise for a multi-billion real estate company having projects in UAE, KSA, Egypt   and Lebanon.

Performed a feasibility study exercise for a multi-purpose residential complex including a hotel, resort and villas in Lebanon.

Performed annual valuation exercise for Arab Bank for the last 6 years to estimate Saudi Oger’s share on books.

Performed feasibility study exercise for more that 5 commercial banks in addition to an investment bank and a brokerage firm aiming to obtain licenses from BDL and open branches in Lebanon.

Bassam Nassar, CFA 

Partner

MBA and BBA from the American University of Beirut.

CFA, Charter holder 

Bassam has 20 years of experience in Investment Banking & Financial Advisory services in the MENA & GCC regions.

Bassam was the head of investment banking at Audi Capital, where he advised on several M&A transactions in the food retail, contracting, industrial manufacturing and financial services sectors. He also advised on several debt arranging and   debt restructuring deals in the F&B and in the mining / construction   material sectors.

Bassam is also a consultant to one of the most successful fine dining and casual dining operator in KSA.

Prior to Audi Capital, Bassam worked for KPMG in their Beirut offices.

Fadi El-Asmar, CISA, CRISC, CISM, CDPSE

Information risk manager 

Information Security and IT Audit Specialist with over eleven years including big 4 IT Audit experience covering but not limited to: Risk Assessment, Planning, Compliance, Information Security, IT Security, Business Continuity, and Data Analysis. Proven track to manage technical projects, lead teams and communicate with both internal and external stakeholders. 

Ability to see the big picture while focusing on the details necessary to ensure success. Planning and managing business development efforts to acquire new clients and projects. Building client relationships that result in revenue and profitability growth. Leading multiple projects in line with the company's service offerings. Overseeing and managing the company's operations. 

Manage IT Advisory and IT Audit engagements covering IT General controls (application and infrastructure layers), Application Controls, and Cyber Controls mainly in the Financial Sector
Leading efforts in the establishment and delivery of the clients’s global SWIFT Customer Security Programme and related services.
Responsible for the establishment of a technical IT audit team within the IT Advisory Financial Services team.
Fadi was core team member in KPMG Netherlands for General Data Protection Regulation services.                                                                                                             

ENUMA HAPPY ANTHONY 

Head of Audit and tax

Strategic and seasoned Chief Finance Officer with over 14 years of comprehensive expertise in financial management, strategic planning, and transformative leadership across diverse industries. Proven track record in driving financial performance, optimizing operational efficiency, and mitigating risks. A visionary leader skilled in leveraging data-driven insights to inform decision-making and enhance profitability. Transitioning from a successful career as an Auditor, Accounting Officer, Data Analyst, and Regional Accounting Manager in Nigeria. Additionally, highly experienced in risk management analyses, optimizing investments and cash liquidity strategies and in evaluating fundraising plans and capital allocation to ensure financial stability. His expertise extends to implementing effective cash flow management strategies, securing debt or equity financing for seamless operations. He has a proven track record of supervising all finance personnel to maximize efficiency, managing vendor relationships with skillful negotiation for favorable terms and conditions. 

 He is also adapted in preparing reliable current and forecasting reports for data-driven decision-making, ensuring compliance with financial laws and company policies while mitigating risks. Committed to fostering collaboration, navigating complex regulatory environments, and maintaining the highest standards of integrity. Passionate about innovation and dedicated to steering Agro Allied and FMCG towards sustained growth and profitability in the dynamic industrial landscape. His focus is on driving sustainable success, optimizing performance, and ensuring the highest standards of financial stewardship. 

Inalegwu Telvin

Senior Audit and Tax Manager

Associate Chartered Accountant | Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN) 

A professional with four years’ experience in financial account, audit, tax and corporate finance. Skillful in several finance and analytical functions with ability to drive strategic goals towards achieving the desired result using historical information and market realities. Committed to continuous capacity building, innovation and periodic improvement of quality deliverables by adopting the best efficient approach. Ability to build different financial models for different purpose(s) and present complex financial information in a concise form to relevant stakeholders. Has proven communication, organization and leadership skills. 

 Prepares monthly management accounts for subsidiary entities and group consolidation. • Conducts in-depth analysis of the company’s financial performance using relevant KPIs. • Reviews general ledger entries on the accounting system. • Maintains detailed fixed asset register and prepare monthly fixed asset summary schedule. • Works closely with Operations team to ensure all fixed asset and inventory records are complete and accurate. • Reconciles intercompany accounts with corresponding subsidiary entities across the group. • Prepares and coordinates tasks for audit activities, including statutory audit and tax audit. • Reviews and recommends improvements to accounting systems for optimal efficiency. • Manages insurance on fixed asset portfolio including claims process. • Supervises and coaches Junior Accountants. • Develops and documents business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls 

Maimuna Bello

Senior Financial Analyst

Bachelor of science (B.Sc.) Accounting University of Abuja Nigeria.

Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)

Chartered Institute of Taxation of Nigeria (CITN) 

With over half a decade establishing and delivering best accounting practices and financial services across multiple contexts, environments and growing tech companies, Maimuna is motivated to keep honing her skills in corporate reporting and performance management to provide clients with a high-quality service that meets their expectations and needs. 

Skills: Financial Management · Financial Statements · Business Valuation · Equity Valuation · DCF Valuation · Pitch Development · Compliance Management · Business Analysis · Competitive Analysis · Change Management