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Ziyad Hamdy

Investor

Managing Partner at Foundation Ventures

Egypt

Writes $500K – $1M checks

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About

Ziyad Hamdy co-founded a finance-trained local GP team in Egypt, focuses on early-stage Egyptian startups, is a go-to fintech investor and works hands-on with founders on board and follow-on decisions.

Invests in

ConsumerE-commerceEdTechFintechLogistics & Supply Chain

Experience

  1. Foundation VenturesPartnercurrent2025 — present
  2. Foundation VenturesManaging Partner2019 — 2025
  3. NowPayBoard Observercurrent2020 — present

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Ziyad Hamdy?
Ziyad Hamdy co-founded a finance-trained local GP team in Egypt, focuses on early-stage Egyptian startups, is a go-to fintech investor and works hands-on with founders on board and follow-on decisions.
Where does Ziyad Hamdy work?
Ziyad Hamdy is Managing Partner at Foundation Ventures.
What does Ziyad Hamdy invest in?
Ziyad Hamdy invests in Consumer, E-commerce, EdTech, Fintech, Logistics & Supply Chain.
What check size does Ziyad Hamdy write?
Ziyad Hamdy typically writes checks of $500K – $1M.

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