Sharaf Sharaf

Sharaf Sharaf joined Ajeej Capital in 2022 as Director and Head of Credit, leading the firm’s private debt strategy under Ajeej Private Debt (Amplify). With two decades of experience across debt and equity investments, Sharaf oversees origination, deal evaluation, and portfolio management, with a focus on innovative financing solutions for high-growth businesses.

Before joining Ajeej, Sharaf was co-head of Gulf Capital’s $220 million credit fund and a founding team member at NBK Capital’s mezzanine debt fund. His career spans multiple geographies and sectors, giving him deep insight into structuring bespoke debt solutions that empower entrepreneurs and deliver attractive returns for investors.

Sharaf holds a JD/MBA from the University of San Diego and a BA from the University of Virginia. He is also a member of the California Bar Association (inactive) and a founding member of Dubai Angel Investors.

Outside of work, Sharaf is passionate about supporting the region’s entrepreneurial ecosystem and spends time mentoring founders and early-stage investors.

“The Amplify Growth Fund is poised to meet the region’s growing demand for debt capital in the venture and SME sectors.”