About Me
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Hamzah Behbehani: Solopreneurial Leader in Investment Banking
Owner of a commercially registered company in Kuwait under License No. 950/2008.
Over 40 years of investment banking experience across diverse asset classes and geographic regions, with previous roles in Kuwait and London.
Expertise in both buy-side and sell-side transactions.
Possesses a valuable network of relationships and contacts within both the private and public sectors.
Education & Credentials
MBA Finance San Francisco State University - 1982
Certified ISMA Bond Dealer - 1984
FSA Registration – UK – 1987
NASD Series 3 & 17 – USA 1992.
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Services
Services
Private Equity Deal Sourcing
Supporting PE funds in establishing new businesses or expanding existing ones.
Debt & Equity Funding Arrangements
Assisting start-ups and established businesses in securing growth capital.
Private Placement Services
Connecting investment opportunities with potential investors.
Business Growth Support
Focusing on helping businesses in the MENA region grow through strategic funding.
Specialist Network Access
Leveraging a professional network of specialists for business groups and financial institutions.
Investment Banking Consultancy
Providing value-added consultancy services tailored to financial institutions and business groups.
Choose
Why Choose HBEC?
- Leverage Our Network: Expand your influence and improve transaction success through our extensive relationships and contacts.
- Gain Expert Insights: Receive an independent professional assessment to boost transaction efficiency and target alignment.
- Understand Family Business Dynamics: Benefit from our profound understanding of the mindset of Family Business Owners.
- Ensure Seamless Execution: Stay closely connected with all involved parties throughout the transaction execution phase.
- Enhance Post-Transaction Relations: Access post-transaction relationship services to foster repeat business opportunities.
Achievements
Achievements
| Client | Transaction Type |
|---|---|
| Gulf Investment Corp | $300 MM FRN issue (Placement) |
| Commercial Bank of Kuwait | KD 25 MM Bond issue (Origination, Structure, and Placement) |
| National Industries Group | KD 20 MM Bond issue (Origination, Structure, and Placement) |
| Qatar Telecom | IPO (Placement) |
| Alternative Strategies Fund | Hedge Funds (Origination and Placement) |
| Gulf Premier Fund | GCC listed equities (Origination, Structure, and Placement) |
| Khaleej 1 | $1.25 B High Grade CDO (Origination and Placement) |
| KFIC PE Fund | Balance Sheet relief (Origination, Structure, and Placement) |
| Palms Agro Kuwait | Acquisition (Acquisition) |
| Arab Finance House | Lebanon 25% Acquisition (Acquisition) |
| Al Bashaer Fund | Sharia-compliant GCC listed equities (Origination, Structure, and Placement) |
| Kout Food Company | IPO (Origination and Structure) |
| Bayan Holding Company | PE - Jordan Gate Real Estate Project (Structure and Placement) |
| Rasmal Holding Company | PE - GCC Real Estate (Placement) |
| Y Telecom PE | Yemen GSM License (Placement) |
| Masraf Al Rayan | Pre IPO (Placement) |
| Invesense Holding Company | Executive Offering Memorandum (Executive Offering Memorandum) |
| CDC KSA Capital | First MidEast Polysilicon Project (Placement) |
Contact
Get in Touch
Address
P.O.Box 15717
Al-Daiya 35458
Kuwait
(+965) 99604336