Bassim Haidar
E2E, a leading organisation dedicated to fostering entrepreneurship and innovation, is thrilled to announce the appointment of Bassim Haidar to its advisory board. Haidar, a highly successful business owner and philanthropist, brings a wealth of experience in startups, financial inclusion, technology, globalisation, and telecommunications to the table.
With over three decades of entrepreneurial prowess, Haidar has carved a highly successful path in the business world, founding, and successfully leading multinational companies across various sectors including fintech, telecommunications, technology, and logistics. His remarkable journey from self-made entrepreneur to billionaire underscores his exceptional ability to navigate complex markets and seize lucrative opportunities.
Throughout his career, Bassim has demonstrated a keen foresight for identifying emerging trends and leveraging them to drive growth and innovation. Moreover, his unwavering commitment to supporting the entrepreneurial community has made him a revered figure among aspiring business leaders worldwide.
In joining E2E’s advisory board, Bassim aims to extend his legacy of mentorship and leadership to a new generation of high-growth entrepreneurs. Through advising, networking, and idea exchange, he seeks to empower individuals to unlock their true potential, drive meaningful change, and contribute to the creation of a more robust entrepreneurial ecosystem.
Commenting on his appointment, Bassim expressed his enthusiasm for the opportunity to collaborate with E2E and contribute to its mission of fostering entrepreneurship globally. Bassim said: “I am honoured to join E2E’s advisory board and look forward to leveraging my experience to support and empower entrepreneurs on their journey to success.”
Bassim embarked on his entrepreneurial journey at 20 years old, by establishing his initial company. Presently, he leads a multinational conglomerate with revenues exceeding $3 billion. Optasia, previously known as Channel VAS, extends its services to over 860 million individuals across 35+ countries world-wide, with a focus on promoting financial inclusion and providing innovative handset financing solutions. At the same time, Knuru Capital, his venture capital investor firm and SafriCanna, a medicinal cannabis company aiming to advance healthcare solutions, both grow at an impressive rate.
E2E founder and CEO, Shalini Khemka CBE, welcomed Bassim to the advisory board, highlighting his unparalleled expertise and passion for entrepreneurship. Shalini said: “We are delighted to welcome Bassim to the E2E family. His wealth of experience and commitment to driving positive change will undoubtedly enrich our efforts to build a thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem.” Bassim’s appointment to the E2E advisory board represents a significant milestone in the organisation’s continued commitment to empowering entrepreneurs and fostering innovation on a global scale.
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