# IM Fndng

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- [News](https://im-fndng.com/news/): NEWS & EVENTS July 30, 2025 ANTOUN MOUAWAD, JURY MEMBER FOR AGRYTECH BATCH 7 PHASE 2 SELECTION DAY AT BERYTECH INNOVATION HUB July 23, 2025 From Digital Media to a MENA E-commerce Empire July 16, 2025 IM Fndng Investment Team participated in the EBRD Investor Networking Event July 14, 2025 Celitech officially closed a $1.1 million seed extension round July 11, 2025 IM Fndng participated in Prix Entrepreneur ESA-HEC Final Ceremony July 10, 2025 IM Fndng attended the Spark25 Demo Day hosted by the LAU FM Innovation Center Load More
- [SALHA BOU SALEH](https://im-fndng.com/ourteam/salha-bou-saleh/): Data Analyst SALHA BOU SALEH Salha graduated from IUL with a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science. As a Data Analyst, she is highly proficient in cleaning and organizing complex datasets, ensuring that the data is accurate, reliable, and ready for analysis. Using her extensive knowledge of programming languages and visualization tools, she creates captivating and informative visual representations providing stakeholders with valuable insights. Integrating her data skills with her passion for art, Salha creates visually captivating representations that bring a unique artistic touch to her work.
- [ZINA MOURAD](https://im-fndng.com/ourteam/zina-mourad/): Investment Analyst ZINA MOURAD Zina graduated from the American University of Beirut with a BA in Economics. She currently holds the position of Investment Analyst at IM Fndng. She is responsible for the implementation of Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning activities of the program, including tracking progress and data collection. She also supports the investment team through sourcing and screening, and evaluating investment opportunities. Zina believes that growth comes from taking initiative, embracing challenges, and continuously learning.
- [KEVIN BAROUD](https://im-fndng.com/ourteam/kevin-baroud/): Investment Analyst KEVIN BAROUD Kevin Baroud is currently an Investment Analyst at IM Fndng, where he focuses on evaluating startups, conducting due diligence, and supporting the development of structured investment theses. Prior to joining IM Fndng, Kevin worked at the Middle East Communications Network (MCN), where he advanced from Financial Data Analyst to Senior Financial Data Analyst. In this role, he collaborated directly with the CFO and the Head of Investments to refine financial models, implement valuation methodologies, and lead strategic projects. He also built automated financial and market-tracking systems, saving significant reporting time, and designed Power BI dashboards to […]
- [LOUANA ABDEL MASSIH](https://im-fndng.com/ourteam/louana-abdel-massih/): Program Officer LOUANA ABDEL MASSIH Prior to joining IM Fndng, Louana worked for more than 15 years in Management Information Systems contributing to the success of several businesses and projects in Beirut and the UAE. She currently holds the position of Program Officer at IM Fndng where she works on developing, planning and executing the program, reporting on project progress, as well as maintaining up-to-date and accurate management information. Louana graduated from the American University of Science and Technology with a B.S. in Management Information Systems.
- [WISSAM ABOU JAOUDE](https://im-fndng.com/ourteam/wissam-abou-jaoude/): Senior Investment Associate WISSAM ABOU JAOUDE Wissam currently holds the position of Senior Investment Associate at IM Fndng where he leads on the identification of potential investments, evaluation of financial data, and closing investment deals in line with the company’s targets. Wissam worked for more than 13 years in the Lebanese Banking Sector holding various positions in the Corporate Credit department. He also held positions in Finance at BEAM Consolidated and Venus consultancy where he played an active role in USAID investment readiness programs and initiatives. He has accumulated extensive experience in various facets of the financial industry, particularly in […]
- [ANTOUN MOUAWAD](https://im-fndng.com/ourteam/antoun-mouawad/): VP Investment ANTOUN MOUAWAD Antoun currently holds the position of VP Investment at IM Fndng where he works on investing in startups and closely collaborating on developing structured investment thesis. Prior to joining IM Fndng, Antoun was a corporate banker for more than 10 years dealing with a diversified portfolio of companies across several industries. Antoun actively contributes to his community through Rise Up, a Lebanese NGO, serving as a business advisor for MSMEs and mentoring startups at AUB Innovation Park and Berytech. He was also part of the ESA Business School accelerator (Smart ESA), where he worked on building […]
- [SAMI SAAD](https://im-fndng.com/ourteam/sami-saad/): FUND MANAGER SAMI SAAD With a strong foundation in finance, Sami specializes in implementing advanced processes for fund and portfolio management, impact reporting, and investor relations. He is deeply committed to impact investing and has a proven track record of identifying, investing in, and nurturing high-potential ventures. Sami’s passion for fostering growth extends to education, where he previously taught economics and accounting at the American University of Beirut. He holds a degree in economics and an MBA from HEC Paris. Currently, as a Fund Advisor, Sami supports IM Fndng in sourcing North American deals and optimizing investment processes.
- [CARINE ASSOUAD](https://im-fndng.com/ourteam/carine-assouad/): Executive Advisor & Portfolio Operations CARINE ASSOUAD Carine is an expert in strategy consulting and corporate turnaround with 12 years experience in top-tier consultancy firms in Paris and NY (namely The Boston Consulting Group & Arthur D. Little). She is currently (1) a partner heading the turnaround and operational excellence practice at Levant-Consult; (2) an executive advisor for IM Fndng, and supporting portfolio companies as executive mentor and/or interim-CEO; (3) advising founders on equity deals and corporate M&A; and (4) serving as board member and/or board advisor to 7 companies. Carine graduated from AUB and HEC Paris.
- [EDWARD MELKI](https://im-fndng.com/ourteam/edward-melki/): Senior Investment Manager EDWARD MELKI With over two decades of experience in structured finance and corporate banking, Edward has successfully led numerous transactions in project and acquisition financing, as well as syndicated loans on a regional level. Edward currently holds the position of Senior Investment Manager at IM Fndng where he supervises IM’s investment processes including its matching program and various thematic funds. He is also responsible for the company’s operations including deal sourcing & structuring, validating business models, evaluating investment projects, overseeing portfolio companies’ valuations, and exploring and executing exit opportunities. Prior to joining IM Fndng, Edward last held […]
- [NICOLAS ROUHANA](https://im-fndng.com/ourteam/nicolas-rouhana/): Chairman & CEO NICOLAS ROUHANA Dr. Nicolas Rouhana is currently the Chairman & CEO of IM Capital & IM Ventures, funds up to $60M, under USAID MENA & Lebanon Investment Initiatives, providing Matching Capital, Equity Guarantee and Technical Assistance to a broad spectrum of businesses ranging from seed stage to growth phase and investors in Lebanon. Between 2002 & 2015, he was the Executive Director of Berytech, a leading Technology Business & Incubation Center in Lebanon. He is currently also Vice-President of Internet Society – Lebanon Chapter, board member in Berytech and in several Lebanese technology companies. Nicolas has a […]
- [STORIES THAT SPEAK](https://im-fndng.com/stories-that-speak/): PODCASTS
- [STARTUP PERKS](https://im-fndng.com/startup-perks/): Overview Partners In Numbers Videos IM Fndng has partnered with renowned global companies to offer its startups sweet deals on the tools they need most. This opens up the door for entrepreneurs to benefit from exciting perks like Free Credits and Special Packages with a combined overall value exceeding USD 250K.  Our partners include Amazon Web Services, IBM, Hubspot, Segment, Zendesk, Nvidia, and Microsoft. And the list is still growing! You can check out their offerings by clicking on the “Partners” tab. Once you’ve selected the most relevant tools from these partners, you can reach out to us on info@im-fndng.com and we […]
- [COACHING](https://im-fndng.com/coaching/): WE HELP ENTREPRENEURS SOLVE THEIR TOUGHEST CHALLENGES THROUGH HIGH-QUALITY INSIGHT Our coaching program serves as a professional development opportunity for Lebanese entrepreneurs, with a mission to help our portfolio companies in various ways that can enable growth, provide strategic and/or practical operational guidance, and serve as a close resource for founders and their teams. WE FOCUS ON A RANGE OF TOPICS INCLUDING: Marketing Plan & Expansion Strategy Organizational Chart (HR) & Reporting Forecast & Financial Plan Valuation & Fundraising
- [CONFIDEO VENTURE MENTORING](https://im-fndng.com/confideo-venture-mentoring/): Overview Portfolio In Numbers Videos Confideo Venture Mentoring (Confideo VM) is the first mentoring platform in Lebanon, powered by MIT Venture Mentoring Service (MIT VMS) and based on MIT “team mentoring” methodology. The program was formerly managed by IM Capital. Confideo VM fosters innovation and entrepreneurship in Lebanon by matching aspiring and established entrepreneurs with skilled volunteer mentors who will provide tailored, professional guidance to drive business growth and success. Confideo VM offers comprehensive support across a wide range of business activities, including concept development, team formation, incorporation, early-stage operations, access to funding, marketing, intellectual property law, finance, human resources, […]
- [SoLR& Renewable Energy Fund (SoLR&)](https://im-fndng.com/solr-renewable-energy-fund-solr/): Overview Portfolio In Numbers Videos The SoLR& Renewable Energy Fund is a special purpose vehicle which aims to provide local growth-stage companies (Commercial and Industries) with an opportunity to switch to renewable and efficient energies. https://youtu.be/r36HwKf4f2Q Fund Target To finance up to 25 growth-stage businesses operating out of Lebanon with sustainable business models and looking to invest in efficient and renewable energies. Benefits SoLR& offers a rental scheme which allows you the below: Benefit from cash flow positive solar PV. Boost business’ bottom line and achieve immediate savings, by significantly reducing electricity costs quickly, easily and with no upfront cost. Allow […]
- [Scale Manufacture & Export Fund (SMEF)](https://im-fndng.com/scale-manufacture-export-fund-smef/): Overview Portfolio In Numbers Videos Scale Manufacture & Export Fund (SMEF) is a high-growth special purpose debt vehicle created under IM Ventures, which aims to provide local SMEs with an opportunity to access capital in order to reach new markets. The fund invested in 8 SMEs in the Agri-food, Chemicals, and Paper & Textile sectors, operating out of Lebanon with sustainable and scalable business models, and products geared towards export. PORTFOLIO IN NUMBERS FUND SIZE 0 M$ AVERAGE TICKET SIZE 0 M$ COMPANIES FUNDED 0 JOBS CREATED 0 + JOBS SUSTAINED 0 + WOMEN INCLUSION 0 % VIDEOS https://youtu.be/z7UBgEuzj-Yhttps://youtu.be/ZYKgJ5iGuBwhttps://youtu.be/tPsqWJTgMkohttps://youtu.be/64ny12kQlSA
- [Save Our Startups Fund (SOSF)](https://im-fndng.com/save-our-startups-fund-sosf/): Overview Portfolio In Numbers Videos Save Our Startups Fund (SOSF) is a high-growth equity fund created under IM Ventures, which aimed to support the startups and the overall investment ecosystem during the economic crisis in Lebanon. The fund invested in 11 startups in the Information and Communications Technology (ICT) sector, operating out of Lebanon with sustainable and scalable business models and products geared towards export. SOSF targeted the Lebanese Venture Capital and Private Equity Association (LVCPEA) members to define its investment universe. PORTFOLIO IN NUMBERS FUND SIZE 0 M$ TECH STARTUPS FUNDED 0 JOBS CREATED 0 + JOBS SUSTAINED 0 […]
- [IM VENTURES (MATCHING CAPITAL)](https://im-fndng.com/im-ventures-matching-capital/): Overview Portfolio In Numbers Videos IM Ventures is a dynamic co-investment fund designed to empower growth-stage startups and qualified businesses by providing matching capital to unlock their growth potential and drive economic impact. This fund supports innovative companies in their scaling journey while contributing to a stronger investment ecosystem in Lebanon. Fund Selection Criteria Growth-stage companies. Operating out of Lebanon (i.e., registered inside or outside Lebanon provided that part of the funds will be used in Lebanon), with strong potential to generate significant value added and/or introduce new and innovative technologies). Existing and Recurring Revenues. Market Presence outside Lebanon. Availability […]
- [SEEDERS - LWAF](https://im-fndng.com/seeders-lwaf/): Overview Portfolio In Numbers Videos Seeders – LWAF is the first structured and syndicated Business Angels program in Lebanon managed by IM Capital. A community of qualified investors with a mandate to serve the Lebanese entrepreneurial landscape by injecting smart money in early-stage high-risk ventures. Seeders – LWAF offers novice investors MasterClasses in Business Angels (MBA) in partnership with GoBeyond, a program aiming at graduating batches of eligible Business Angels. PORTFOLIO EXITED IN NUMBERS ANGEL GROUPS CREATED 0 BUSINESS ANGELS GRADUATED 0 CAPITAL RAISED 0 M$ INVESTMENT SESSIONS 0 STARTUPS PITCHED 0 INVESTMENTS 0 VIDEOS https://youtu.be/6IWMhXMhDtEhttps://youtu.be/MRY_Vug-HYAhttps://youtu.be/bY6nL3sHsOAhttps://youtu.be/TYTP5yXpYgk
- [SEEDERS ACCELERATOR](https://im-fndng.com/seeders-accelerator/): Overview Portfolio In Numbers The Seeders 2019 Accelerator Program is a six-month acceleration program to fast track the growth of early-stage Lebanese startups. Accelerated startups receive cash in return for equity, hosting, access to mentorship and coaching. Startups Selection Criteria: Pre-seed, Seed, Early-Stage Based in Lebanon Sector Agnostic Product: Innovative and strongly differentiated from competitors Serves a large global market Scalable business model that offers strong growth potential Startup Benefits: Access to funding One-on-One Coaching Access to a pool of mentors (Confideo Venture Mentoring program) Capacity building and trainings by IM Capital Sessions focused on helping founding teams plan and […]
- [SPEED@BDD](https://im-fndng.com/speedbdd/): Overview Portfolio In Numbers Speed@BDD is the first tech startup accelerator that empowers software startups to succeed and scale globally through a 3-month mentorship-driven program, $30,000 in funding, and a lifelong network of mentors and partners. It accepts startups at the idea and early stage, and is tasked with producing the region’s next high-growth businesses, particularly in the software, digital, and Web/mobile industries. Speed@BDD is a collaborative effort between Lebanon’s leading investment funds and entrepreneurship support organizations (Bader, Berytech, IM Capital, Lebanon for Entrepreneurs, Middle East Venture Partners). PORTFOLIO IN NUMBERS BATCHES GROUPS & DEMO DAYS 0 GRADUATED STARTUPS 0 […]
- [Contact](https://im-fndng.com/contact/): LET’S HEAR FROM YOU Contact Us Call us: +961 24 557 225 Email: info@im-fndng.com Our Office Business Park 1, Office 106 Waterfront City Dbayeh, Lebanon Send a message
- [Portfolio](https://im-fndng.com/portfolio/): Our diverse portfolio reflects a dedication to support entrepreneurship in Lebanon, contributing to the creation of more business and employment opportunities EXITEDEXITEDPASTPASTPASTPASTPASTPASTPASTPASTPASTPASTPASTPAST
- [Our Team](https://im-fndng.com/ourteam/): MEET OUR TEAM NICOLAS ROUHANA Chairman & CEO EDWARD MELKI Senior Investment Manager CARINE ASSOUAD Executive Advisor & Portfolio Operations SAMI SAAD Fund Advisor ANTOUN MOUAWAD VP Investment WISSAM ABOU JAOUDE Senior Investment Associate LOUANA ABDEL MASSIH Program Officer KEVIN BAROUD Investment Analyst ZINA MOURAD Investment Analyst SALHA BOU SALEH Data Analyst
- [About us](https://im-fndng.com/about-us/):   IM Capital provides Matching Capital, Equity Guarantee, and Support Programs to a broad range of qualified early-stage businesses and investors in Lebanon, reducing the risks associated with investing in early-stage ventures and encouraging increased capitalization. The $20M program is designed to unlock equity capital, deploy targeted technical assistance, and offset investment risk by providing investment insurance.   IM Ventures works in partnership with business incubators, business accelerators, business angels, venture capital and private equity funds to co-fund or partially insure their investments, and provide needed technical support, to a broad spectrum of businesses in Lebanon ranging from seed stage […]
- [Home 1](https://im-fndng.com/): WHO WE ARE IM Fndng groups IM Ventures, a $38M program, and IM Capital, a $20M program, both of which contribute to the development of the Lebanese entrepreneurial ecosystem by providing Matching Capital, Equity Guarantee, and Technical Assistance to a broad spectrum of businesses ranging from seed stage to growth phase, as well as to investors in Lebanon.   Provide Investments to Early-stage Businesses   Learn More   Provide Investments to Growth-stage Businesses   Learn More INVESTED 0 M$ LEVERAGED IN MATCHING INVESTMENTS 0 M$ COMPANIES FUNDED 0 JOBS CREATED 0 + JOBS SUSTAINED 0 + WOMEN INCLUSION ACHIEVED 0 […]


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