Charif Beainy has close to 25 years of experience in strategy, investment, and portfolio management. Since 2014, he has been with Mubadala, where he leads strategy, capital allocation, and portfolio management, aligning investments with the company’s long-term goals. Charif began his career in Europe, focusing on marketing and pricing strategies in management consulting across various sectors, including financial and business services. He later transitioned to consulting for private equity, advising investors on strategies and due diligence, and played a key role in expanding his firm’s presence by opening its Dubai office. Charif holds a master’s degree in electrical engineering from McGill University.