One of the most seasoned and successful CFOs in the MENA region. Held CFO, COO and CEO roles in large family holding groups and publicly-listed companies. Expertise in construction, real estate, FMCG, industrial and trading, technology and telecommunications. Certified Public Accountant (CPA), MBA from Northwestern University (Kellogg Executive Master’s Program) and Bachelor of Science in accounting & finance from the University of Illinois

Managing Partner of Abou Nasr & Associates SAL (AN&A), Beirut, Lebanon and Founder of Direct Business & Investment Limited (DBI), Erbil, Iraq. Leads business development and strategy services for AN&A and DBI. Active member of the BKR International association and over 20 years of experience in real estate, contracting, and advisory services. BA in Urban Studies from Concordia University, in Montreal, Canada, and an MBA from Paris Dauphine – IAE Sorbonne, Université St. Joseph.

With a proven 15-year track record in the intricate realm of M&A’s, Joelle is a seasoned professional adept at navigating the complexities of investment opportunities. Having worked in PE investing, consumer finance, and corporate finance, her expertise lies in delivering strategic guidance and executing transactions that drive value creation and facilitate growth across diverse industries. Higher education at the American University of Beirut and Case Western Reserve University, OH, USA.