A Disciplined Steward
of Global Capital
ITF Fund is a technology-focused investment manager based in Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), partnering with innovators shaping the digital economy through a long-term, institutional lens.
Narrative Identity
Founded to bridge the gap between global financial sophistication and regional market opportunity, we act as a high-conviction partner for growth-stage innovators.
Our Capital Partners
We manage capital for Institutional LPs, Tier-1 Family Offices, and HNW individuals seeking exposure to transformative technology under a regulated framework.
The Expertise Behind the Fund
Sheikh Awad
Honourable Chairman And Director of the Board
Farhan Qadir
Founder & CEO ITF Fund, Nexus Worldwide
Edward Yeom
Founder & CEO Emirardd
Kevin Yunai
Founder & CEO RWA Inc.ITF’s mission is to compound capital by backing transformative technologies that will underpin the next decade of global growth.
Global Scale Platforms
We aim to build a portfolio of category-defining technology platforms that operate with global scale and structural significance.
Founder & LP Alignment
We emphasize long-term partnerships, providing patient capital to visionary founders and transparent value to our LPs.
Investment Horizon
Our strategy is built on the belief that true value creation requires time and disciplined execution.
- Thesis-Driven Management
- Avoids Opportunistic Chasing
We think in cycles, not quarters.
Our approach is defined by deep fundamental research and the patience to see transformative shifts through to their full potential.
Disciplined, data-driven, and thesis-led across growth-stage technology.
We move beyond speculation, utilizing a rigorous institutional framework to identify and scale the next generation of category leaders.
Thesis-Led +
Network-Driven
Identifying proprietary opportunities through deep-sector research and an institutional ecosystem before they reach the broader market.
Quantitative +
Qualitative
Merging rigorous financial modeling with clinical assessments of management teams, market tailwinds, and structural moats.
Active
Diversification
Strategic allocation across sectors, geographies, and stages to ensure portfolio resilience throughout global market cycles.
Downside
Protection
Active risk mitigation through scenario analysis, governance mandates, and disciplined entry valuation frameworks.
Institutional Oversight
Every investment undergoes a multi-stage Investment Committee (IC) review, ensuring clinical objectivity and strict adherence to our core mandate.
Proprietary Frameworks
We utilize internal scoring matrices to benchmark "moat-strength" and scalability against top-quartile historical performance data.
A legacy of deliberate growth and consistent execution.
The Founding Vision
ITF was established to bridge the gap between global institutional capital and high-growth opportunities in emerging markets. What began as a specialized mandate has evolved into a multi-asset platform defined by rigorous discipline and a MENA-first lens.
Foundation & First Close
Launched with a core mandate on Fintech and Logistics; secured initial institutional backing.
DIFC Regulation & Expansion
Achieved Category 3C regulatory status in DIFC and expanded geographic footprint across the GCC.
Strategic Exits & Scaling
Realized first major exits in the growth-tech sector; AUM surpassed the $300M milestone.
Global Mandate & Emerging Markets
Managing $500M+ with 25+ portfolio companies and active presence across 4 global hubs.
A foundation of institutional integrity.
ITF maintains a rigorous governance framework designed to protect capital and ensure absolute transparency for our global investor base.
DIFC Jurisdiction
Operating within the Dubai International Financial Centre, an independent, English common law jurisdiction globally recognized for its high regulatory standards and investor protection.
Compliance Culture
Our operations are governed by strict AML/KYC protocols and regular external audits, ensuring full alignment with international financial best practices.
Fiduciary Responsibility & Oversight
Quarterly investor reporting with full transparency on NAV and portfolio performance.
Clear structural division between investment execution, risk management, and fund administration.
Continuous monitoring of concentration limits, liquidity, and operational risk factors.