Aamir A. Rehman

Aamir A. Rehman is a senior investment professional and advisor with expertise in financial services, strategy, emerging markets, and Islamic finance. He is a partner at Princeton Stone House Capital, a strategic investment office, and serves as an advisor to Fajr Capital, a private equity group he co-founded and managed. Additionally, Dr. Rehman is a Senior Fellow at the Richard Paul Richman Center for Business, Law, and Public Policy at Columbia University, focusing on investors' ESG considerations and the public aspects of private investments. He also serves as a Senior Advisor to the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and a Consultant to the World Bank Group’s Finance and Markets Global Practice. Dr. Rehman holds a bachelor's degree from Harvard College, a master's degree from the Harvard Graduate School of Arts and Sciences, an MBA from the Harvard Business School, and a Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) degree from Columbia University. He has authored books such as 'Dubai & Co.: Global Strategies for Doing Business in the Gulf States' and 'Gulf Capital & Islamic Finance: The Rise of the New Global Players', and has contributed to journals including the Harvard Business Review and the Wharton Leadership Digest. Dr. Rehman resides in Princeton Junction, New Jersey, with his family. Dr. Rehman's investment focus spans various asset classes, including private equity, venture capital, real estate, infrastructure, commodities, hedge funds, fixed income, crypto, distressed and special situations, ESG and impact investing, and collectibles & art. His investment strategy encompasses multiple stages, from pre-seed to distressed investments, and targets a wide geographical range, including the United States, United Kingdom, United Arab Emirates, Malaysia, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Indonesia, Turkey, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman, Jordan, Egypt, Pakistan, Bangladesh, India, China, Japan, and South Korea. The industries he invests in are diverse, covering financial services, technology, healthcare, real estate, energy, consumer goods, telecommunications, media, education, transportation, manufacturing, retail, hospitality, agriculture, and construction. Investment sizes typically range from $1 million to $50 million. Dr. Rehman's extensive experience and strategic approach have led to significant contributions in the fields of Islamic finance and emerging markets. His leadership roles in various organizations and his academic involvement underscore his commitment to advancing financial strategies that align with ethical and sustainable practices. His work continues to influence investment approaches and policy development in the global financial landscape.

Alignment with ethical and sustainable practices, Focus on emerging markets, Interest in Islamic finance principles, Commitment to ESG considerations, Potential for significant impact in target industries