Sami Ahmad
General Partner at B Capital Group
Sami Ahmad
General Partner at B Capital Group
New York, New York
Overview
Work Experience
General Partner
2021 - Current
B Capital Group is a global, multi-stage investment firm specializing in B2B and B2B2C startups that are transforming industries across borders and geographies. With offices in the United States, Southeast Asia and China, B Capital believes innovation can come from anywhere. Our unique multinational presence and deep industry knowledge have enabled us to build a portfolio of market leading companies across Enterprise Software, FinTech and Healthcare.
Managing Director
2018 - 2021
Co-led External Investing Group's Private Technology Opportunities and Private Equity Co-Investment Partners platforms, which invest in growth equity, buyout and impact transactions across sectors and geographies. Previously, Head of Goldman Sachs Investment Partners' Venture Capital and Growth Equity efforts in Asia (China, India and Southeast Asia) and Member of GSIP's Investment Committee. Served as director or observer on Board of Directors of several portfolio companies. Managed global investment team spread across U.S. and Asia.
Private Investments
2014 - 2017
Co-led private investment effort for global alternative investment firm. Sourced and evaluated investment opportunities across a range of industries. Developed and maintained relationships with industry executives, advisors and investment firms. Collaborated with firm leadership to structure and launch $3 billion hybrid fund that focuses on private investments, including growth and late stage pre-IPO financings, MBOs and recapitalizations. Functioned as Investment Staff Coordinator and implemented strategic initiatives alongside Viking’s CEO and Investment Steering Committee. Previously served as Head of Business Development and managed relationships with Viking’s investors in Asia and the U.S. (primarily West and Northeast).
Executive Director
2011 - 2014
Launched and led Southeast Asia private equity effort for GSIP from 2011 to 2014, based primarily in Singapore. Forged relationships with various regional constituents, including executives and entrepreneurs, co-investment partners (high net worth families, private equity firms, sovereign wealth funds), and advisors. Sourced and evaluated investment opportunities across sectors and asset classes.
Turnaround / Operating Executive
2009 - 2011
Dale and Thomas (2009 - 2011) Vice President, Corporate Development / Advisor to the Board Led turnaround of snack food manufacturer alongside senior executive team. Streamlined business segments and functional areas in order to drive down burn rate, and implemented plan to achieve profitability within first year of engagement. Oberon Media (2010 - 2011) Interim CFO / Advisor to the Board Carried out detailed assessment of online casual gaming company, including its business strategy, organizational structure, and finance, operations and technology functions, on behalf of Board of Directors. Assisted in the recruitment of CEO, COO and CFO, and facilitated their transition into roles.
Associate
2006 - 2009
Goldman Sachs Investment Partners Goldman Sachs Merchant Banking Division Executed $4 billion of equity and mezzanine investments in a variety of deal settings, including leveraged buyouts, add-on acquisitions and growth equity transactions. Collaborated with management teams, research analysts, consultants, investment bankers and other industry specialists in order to evaluate and execute investments. Took part in all aspects of transaction execution, including generating commitment letters, drafting definitive documentation alongside counsel and coordinating the broader closing process.
Associate
2001 - 2004
Evaluated and executed venture capital and leveraged buyout investment opportunities. Participated in all aspects of deal execution, including taking responsibility for generating term sheet, coordinating with counsel, and managing closing and funding processes. Took part in portfolio company board meetings and assisted portfolio company management with operational and strategic initiatives.
Analyst
2000 - 2001
Contributed to M&A and capital markets transactions as a member of the Industrials group.
Analyst
1999 - 2000
Analyzed and constructed fixed income portfolios for J.P. Morgan’s product teams and clients.