Renowned for his strategic foresight and transactional depth, Hassan’s expertise lies in bridging institutional strategy with execution excellence. His cross-sector experience—covering real estate, infrastructure, and technology—positions him as a trusted advisor to boards and executives navigating complex capital structures and market dynamics. At Kroll, he leads advisory mandates that align long-term investment goals with risk-adjusted performance, while fostering partnerships that shape the next generation of regional and global capital deployment strategies.
Associate Managing Director
Hassan Awada
Hassan Awada is a distinguished investment banking and private equity leader with more than 18 years of global experience spanning direct investments, private equity, credit, and investment banking. As Associate Managing Director at Kroll, he partners with leading institutional investors—including sovereign wealth funds, pension funds, insurance companies, banks, and family offices—across the Middle East, Asia, the UK, and Europe, providing strategic advisory solutions that enhance capital efficiency, optimize portfolios, and drive sustainable growth.
Career Journey
– Associate Managing Director – Kroll (Present) – Investment Director – Cornerstone Capital – Senior Investment Banker – Gleacher Shacklock, London – Corporate Finance & Transaction Services Roles – PwC and EY, London Across these roles, Hassan has developed a robust track record in M&A advisory, capital raising, investment structuring, and portfolio optimization, leading deals across the entire investment lifecycle from origination to execution and asset management.
Strategic Contributions
– Directed and executed cross-border M&A and private equity transactions across Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. – Structured complex investment vehicles and capital deployment strategies for institutional and private investors. – Led financial restructuring and valuation mandates for large-scale corporates and investment groups. – Advised clients across real estate, infrastructure, and technology sectors on sustainable, high-return investment models. – Advanced Kroll’s institutional advisory practice, integrating strategic finance, risk assessment, and operational governance.
Advisory & Ecosystem Engagement
Beyond his institutional work, Hassan is an active mentor and advisor within the startup and innovation ecosystem, contributing to programs at Techstars, Hub71, and Outlier Ventures. He guides emerging founders on fundraising strategies, valuation frameworks, and go-to-market execution, particularly in FinTech, DeFi, and blockchain innovation.
Academic Background & Professional Credentials
– Master’s Degree in Finance & Investment – University of Birmingham – Chartered Accountant (ACA) – Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW) – Certifications – Corporate Finance & Valuation Modeling (CFA-affiliated Programs)
Leadership Impact
Hassan Awada exemplifies the modern investment leader—analytically rigorous, globally connected, and purpose-driven. His ability to align institutional strategy with entrepreneurial vision enables him to create long-term value across diverse asset classes and geographies. Through his dual commitment to institutional excellence and ecosystem development, Hassan continues to shape the future of investment and innovation, empowering both organizations and founders to scale with confidence, discipline, and strategic clarity.
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