Gulf skyline at blue hour

Understanding
Gulf Private
Markets.

The Unwritten Rules of Raising Capital, Building Relationships & Understanding Private Markets in the Gulf.

For professionals across
Private Equity◆Venture Capital◆Family Offices◆Real Estate◆Sovereign-Linked Institutions◆Investment Advisory◆Fund Management◆Growth Companies

Most international firms fundamentally misunderstand Gulf capital.

Learn how relationships, trust and regional nuance shape allocation decisions across the GCC.

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Managed collectively across 13 GCC sovereign wealth funds, among the largest pools of capital in the world
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Projected size of the GCC private equity market by 2033, up from $4.2B today
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International projects announced in the GCC in a single record year, valued at $47 billion
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International financial firms in DIFC alone, including 17 of the world's top 20 banks and leading global hedge funds and asset managers

GCC Private Market
Fundamentals

Second Edition

A small executive cohort for understanding GCC capital, investor positioning and market entry.

Navigate the region's investors, ecosystems and capital flows.

Align your structure and narrative with regional investor priorities.

Strengthen your readiness, relationships and engagement strategy.

STARTING
September 2026
FORMAT
Live Online + Recorded
COHORT
Small · Application-Based
  • ◆Six core executive sessions
  • ◆Bonus sector and market spotlights
  • ◆Live discussions with regional experts
  • ◆Direct feedback in a small-cohort setting
  • ◆Practical frameworks and templates
  • ◆Full access to session recordings
EARLY APPLICATION
$999 USD
Until August 15, 2026
STANDARD
$1,499 USD
After August 15, 2026

Limited partial scholarships are available for students and women.

APPLY FOR THE SEPTEMBER COHORT→

Applications are reviewed to maintain a focused and complementary cohort.

Skylines across the six GCC nations
“It is a very well-curated flow of presentations delivered by distinguished speakers from diverse backgrounds, mostly industry practitioners with regional experience and deep expertise in their respective fields. The program offers a great opportunity for someone new to the region to familiarize themselves with the fundamentals of fundraising and partnership building in the region. It is the beginning of a journey.”

Zsolt M., Chief Capital Formation Officer, Istanbul, Türkiye

Meet Our Guest Speakers

Past and featured voices from across Gulf private markets.

Rachel Zlatar
Rachel Zlatar
Host
The Gulf Capital Institute
in LinkedIn
Eve Laws
Eve Laws
Chairwoman
Maison IG Private Family Office
in LinkedIn
Abbas Hashmi
Abbas Hashmi
Principal
Saudi Family Holdings
in LinkedIn
Roy Conners
Roy Conners
Featured Speaker
Sovereign Wealth Funds
in LinkedIn
Varun Kapur
Varun Kapur
Featured Speaker
Family Holding Group · Kapur & Partners
in LinkedIn
Ahmad Takatkah
Ahmad Takatkah
Managing Partner
Diwan Capital
in LinkedIn
Bhaskar Dasgupta
Bhaskar Dasgupta
Principal
Sun Foundation (ADGM)
in LinkedIn
Dr. Areeba Khan
Dr. Areeba Khan
Head of Shariah Products
Apex
in LinkedIn
Alexandra Coleman
Alexandra Coleman
CEO
Azraq Limited
in LinkedIn
Rola Alshwaikh
Rola Alshwaikh
CEO
AUC Partners
in LinkedIn
Ivelina Dineva
Ivelina Dineva
Founder
Everything Startups
in LinkedIn

A 6-Week Executive Program

Live discussions, practical frameworks and Q&A with regional practitioners.

Deep dives into the sectors shaping Gulf capital.

Bonus sessions on fast-moving regional mandates.

  • Real Estate, Hospitality & Tourism
    Real Estate, Hospitality & Tourism
  • AI, Technology & Digital Infrastructure
    AI, Technology & Digital Infrastructure
  • Fintech & Digital Assets
    Fintech & Digital Assets
  • Energy Transition, Impact & Sustainability
    Energy Transition, Impact & Sustainability
  • Defence, Aerospace & Advanced Manufacturing
    Defence, Aerospace & Advanced Manufacturing
  • Healthcare, Life Sciences, Biotech & Longevity
    Healthcare, Life Sciences, Biotech & Longevity

Everything included in the program.

  • ✓A deep, practical understanding of how Gulf private markets operate
  • ✓Clear frameworks for GCC fundraising and investor conversations
  • ✓Confidence speaking with allocators, family offices, and sovereign-linked institutions
  • ✓Direct access to the Institute network and conversations with industry leaders
  • ✓Free access to our custom curated private market ecosystem maps (MENA Family Offices, GCC Private Market Firms, KSA Private Market Firms)
  • ✓Practical GCC market intelligence you can act on immediately
  • ✓Greater institutional credibility with Gulf counterparties
  • ✓Lifetime access to all session recordings, materials, and resource templates
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Can’t Join Us Live?Explore Our Private-Market Resources.

GCC Private Markets Database

Investors, funds, family offices and institutions across the GCC.

MENA Family Office Database

Family offices, investment arms and private wealth across MENA.

KSA Private Markets Ecosystem Map

Key investors, funds and institutions across Saudi Arabia.

The Gulf Capital Institute
The Gulf Capital Institute
Exclusive executive education for international firms looking to raise, grow and co-invest across Gulf Private Markets.
Enquiries
rachel@thegulfcapitalinstitute.com
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Second Cohort · September 2026