Amkan Ventures

Overview

Amkan Ventures is a Dubai-based fund of funds dedicated to backing emerging venture managers in the United States. The firm focuses on early-stage funds between $5 million and $50 million, aiming to generate outsized returns through concentrated portfolio construction. Founded by Raida Daouk, Amkan Ventures seeks to bridge the gap between Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region investors and U.S. venture capital opportunities. By investing in small Funds I and II led by ambitious managers with conviction-driven approaches, Amkan Ventures provides its limited partners access to high-growth potential ventures that might otherwise be beyond their direct reach. The firm emphasizes supporting solo general partners who combine operational experience with strong investment expertise, enabling them to identify, support, and scale high-potential founders. Amkan Ventures' investment strategy is built on four core pillars: emerging managers, U.S. focus, solo GPs, and thesis-driven tech funds. This approach allows the firm to prioritize specialists with deep expertise and strong industry ties, giving them an edge in sourcing and selecting high-potential opportunities.