teams achieve operational, strategic and financial objectives.
We are private
equity with a
difference.
At EIGHTClouds we are driven by the spirit and passion of entrepreneurs. We provide tailor-made capital and expertise to consumer-focused businesses in the United Arab Emirates and the wider GCC region.
EIGHTClouds is now on a relentless journey to catapult local and regional brands into the global business space, in line with the UAE’s vision to empower strategic priorities and economic needs of the future.
Working in partnership with business owners and management to help both small and larger businesses scale, our deeply-rooted passion for brands offers an unrivalled platform for growth across multiple industries.
The goal? To make the dreams of innovators and passionate founders a reality, and ensure feasible businesses and ideas get the right platform for scaling.
At EIGHTClouds we are driven by the spirit and passion of entrepreneurs. We provide tailor-made capital and expertise to consumer-focused businesses in the United Arab Emirates and the wider GCC region.
EIGHTClouds is now on a relentless journey to catapult local and regional brands into the global business space, in line with the UAE’s vision to empower strategic priorities and economic needs of the future.
Working in partnership with business owners and management to help both small and larger businesses scale, our deeply-rooted passion for brands offers an unrivalled platform for growth across multiple industries.
The goal? To make the dreams of innovators and passionate founders a reality, and ensure feasible businesses and ideas get the right platform for scaling.
WE AIM TO PROVIDE THE RIGHT PLATFORMS FOR BUSINESS OWNERS TO SCALE.
Sports & Entertainment.
Embracing the dynamic world of sports and entertainment can prove a winning combination.
CLothing & Fashion.
Innovative designers and exciting digital trends in shopping are shaping the busy retail landscape.
DOING THINGS DIFFERENTLY.
At EIGHTClouds we are making an impact with sustainability in mind. An active partner of the United Nations Global Compact, we aim to accelerate the implementation of sustainable practices within our operations and our growing portfolio of brands.
Our planet needs support. The difference is, we know business has a very important role to play in the process. It’s time to claim a stake in the brands that are positively impacting the world.
EIGHTCLOUDS SUPPORTS HOMEGROWN IDEAS AND TAKES THEM ACROSS THE GLOBE.
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MARK AITCHISON
Founder &
CEO
SHARAZ HUSSAIN
Co-Founder
& MD
INA ILIN
Chief Operating
Officer
OM PUNIYANI
Chief Marketing
Officer
GAVIN PEARSON
Business
Development Director
Stuart Walker
Legal &
Compliance
Aruna Narayanan
ESG &
Sustainability
David Singleton
Hospitality &
Commercialisation
Oliver Wall
Director Investments
MARK AITCHISON
Founder & CEO
SHARAZ HUSSAIN
Co-Founder & MD
INA ILIN
Chief Operating
Officer
OM PUNIYANI
Chief Marketing
Officer
GAVIN PEARSON
Business
Development
Director
STUART WALKER
Legal &
Compliance
Oliver Wall
Director
Investments
ARUNA NARAYANAN
ESG &
Sustainability
DAVID SINGLETON
Hospitality &
Commercialisation
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