At the Global Investment Leaders Club, founders and investors connect in a setting built for trust, focus and action. Here are some of the successful cases and experiences shared by members of our community, each shaped through meetings, discussions and introductions made during G.I.L.C. gatherings.
Fundraising Momentum for Sustainable Health Devices
$12M Funding for Biotech and Cleantech
$100M Cross-Border Investment Deal
$850M in Deals for Science Fashion
Hummingbird EV Sparks Investor Interest at G.I.L.C. Atrium
$17M Mozambique real estate deal between G.I.L.C. members - a cross-border co-development project born from a club-introduced partnership.
At the V Private Investment Forum Worldwide, Japheth Munyw’oki, CEO at Goodson Capital Partners, was introduced to Hamid Kerayechian, CEO of Ayana Holding, during a panel and later in a one-on-one setting. Facilitated by G.I.L.C. organizers, the connection quickly grew into a trusted partnership. Within months, they launched a $17 million co-development project in Maputo: Banco Unico HQ at Sommerschield Business Park. The project includes Grade-A office space, hotels, serviced apartments and retail outlets, all designed to support the region’s growing Oil & Gas sector. The deal stands as a clear example of how G.I.L.C. relationships turn into tangible, large-scale ventures.
Fintech capital raise led by Katha VC - Sahith Aula began raising for a syndicated fintech deal following Club engagement.
Sahith Aula, General Partner at Katha VC (US), joined the G.I.L.C. community with the aim of identifying investors aligned with Katha’s vision of supporting fintech innovation in emerging markets. After engaging with family offices and active investors through Club meetings, he began raising capital for a syndicated fintech deal, leveraging insights and contacts gained through direct conversations. The Club’s global mix of LPs and deal-focused structure made it an ideal environment for launching such a strategic raise, turning early-stage dialogues into a path toward closing commitments.
$12M raised for biotech and cleantech companies - Walton Partners secured funds and expanded their portfolio through G.I.L.C. meetings.
During the XI Grand Private Investment Forum Worldwide, Mohamed Hammadi, Executive Managing Partner at Walton Partners, presented two ventures to the Club’s investor community: Bonus BioGroup, a regenerative biotech firm and WildFire Energy, focused on sustainable power solutions. After a series of targeted one-on-one meetings, he raised $12 million for Bonus BioGroup. The Club’s trusted environment also helped him initiate fundraising efforts for WildFire and onboard three additional ventures from Canada and Dubai into Walton Partners’ portfolio, together seeking to raise $88 million. G.I.L.C.’s format proved critical in enabling high-level investor engagement across sectors.
At the G.I.L.C. Co-Investment Atrium, Omer Elrayah, founder of RemoBrush, presented an innovative product: the first Miswak-infused biodegradable toothbrush, merging ancient oral care tradition with modern sustainable design. The session, designed to spark direct investor feedback and engagement, gave Omer the opportunity to showcase his solution’s commercial and impact potential. Several Club members expressed interest during and after the event, helping him advance go-to-market plans, investor follow-ups and capital-raising conversations for this wellness-driven consumer product. The event demonstrated how niche yet scalable ideas find the right exposure at G.I.L.C. gatherings.
$100M cross-border investment deal sealed - FINCASA CAPITAL and Carhor Enterprises closed a major partnership following a G.I.L.C. introduction.
At the VIII Private Investment Forum Worldwide, Varis Sayed, CEO at FINCASA CAPITAL, was personally introduced by the G.I.L.C. team to Gisella Carillo of Carhor Enterprises, a prominent investment firm from Mexico. Their private one-on-one meeting provided the space to explore a shared vision across markets. The result was a $100 million cross-border investment deal, which has since evolved into a deeper strategic collaboration. This case illustrates how the Club’s curated environment enables large deals through high-trust interactions that bypass conventional dealmaking noise.
After attending the IX Grand Private Investment Forum Worldwide, Safa Dawody, founder of Dawody Science Fashion, rapidly closed over $850 million in deals, including a $700 million agreement with Walton Partners for an oil-related project targeting a 42-month return. The partnership began during a private meeting with Mohamed Hammadi at the Forum. Since then, Safa’s team has expanded, new intellectual property efforts are underway and he is now preparing for a $1 billion brokerage deal and the launch of a new investment arm. His experience is a striking example of how G.I.L.C. empowers founders to scale fast and globally.
Clean mobility fundraising in motion – Hummingbird EV gains investor traction through G.I.L.C. engagement
At the 226th Co-Investing Atrium, Rakesh Koneru, founder and CEO of Hummingbird EV, presented an advanced investment opportunity in the zero-emission commercial vehicle sector. Speaking to a curated group of investors focused on electrification and deep-tech manufacturing, he showcased the company’s vertically integrated platform, proprietary IP portfolio, and strategic relationships with major logistics players such as Amazon.
“The gathering was transparent, industry-focused, and incredibly helpful. It gave us valuable feedback, fresh perspectives, and meaningful connections we’ll definitely follow up on,” said Rakesh following the event.
The structured feedback and one-on-one sessions helped sharpen investor interest and build momentum around Hummingbird EV’s $5M raise. Designed for rapid scale and backed by a $100M valuation, the opportunity stood out as a powerful match for the G.I.L.C. circle, turning attention into meaningful capital conversations.
