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FoX-i Appoints Ali Rakib as Managing Partner and CEO, Effective 01 April 2025

FoX-i is pleased to announce the appointment of Ali Rakib as Managing Partner and Chief Executive Officer, effective 01 April 2025.

Gerard Iwema, who continues in his role as Founding Partner and Chief Investment Officer, expressed his full support and enthusiasm for the appointment: “I’m absolutely thrilled to welcome Ali on board. His leadership, strategic mindset, and deep network are exactly what FoX-i needs as we take our platform to the next level.”

Ali brings nearly two decades of global experience in banking and investment management, having most recently led strategic initiatives and investor relations at Lattice Capital, a $1.3 billion US-based hedge fund. There, he was instrumental in expanding the firm’s presence into the UAE, seeking to establishing operations in the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC).

His impressive background also includes leadership roles at Barclays, HSBC, and a prominent Emirati Family Office, where he built trusted relationships with key stakeholders and influential figures across the Middle East and Europe. In addition, Ali serves as a Crown Patron Ambassador for the Princess Grace Foundation USA, underscoring his commitment to global philanthropy and cultural diplomacy.

On his appointment, Ali shared: “I’m truly excited to join FoX-i at such a pivotal time. The firm has exceptional potential, and I look forward to working closely with Gerard and the team to build on its strong foundation and achieve even greater impact.”

Please join us in welcoming Ali Rakib to FoX-i as we enter this exciting new chapter.

News & Blogs

FoX-i Appoints Ali Rakib as Managing Partner and CEO, Effective 01 April 2025

FoX-i Appoints Ali Rakib as Managing Partner and CEO, Effective 01 April 2025

FoX-i is pleased to announce the appointment of Ali Rakib as Managing Partner and Chief Executive Officer, effective 01 April 2025.

Gerard Iwema, who continues in his role as Founding Partner and Chief Investment Officer, expressed his full support and enthusiasm for the appointment: “I’m absolutely thrilled to welcome Ali on board. His leadership, strategic mindset, and deep network are exactly what FoX-i needs as we take our platform to the next level.”

Ali brings nearly two decades of global experience in banking and investment management, having most recently led strategic initiatives and investor relations at Lattice Capital, a $1.3 billion US-based hedge fund. There, he was instrumental in expanding the firm’s presence into the UAE, seeking to establishing operations in the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC).

His impressive background also includes leadership roles at Barclays, HSBC, and a prominent Emirati Family Office, where he built trusted relationships with key stakeholders and influential figures across the Middle East and Europe. In addition, Ali serves as a Crown Patron Ambassador for the Princess Grace Foundation USA, underscoring his commitment to global philanthropy and cultural diplomacy.

On his appointment, Ali shared: “I’m truly excited to join FoX-i at such a pivotal time. The firm has exceptional potential, and I look forward to working closely with Gerard and the team to build on its strong foundation and achieve even greater impact.”

Please join us in welcoming Ali Rakib to FoX-i as we enter this exciting new chapter.