Zahid Afzal

Overview

With a career spanning over 36 years, Zahid Afzal has held significant leadership roles in the banking and financial services industry. He served as Chief Operating Officer and bank president of Premier Bank, and prior to that, as Chief Operating Officer of Capital Bank. His experience also includes positions as Senior Executive Vice President and Chief Information/Operating Officer for Huntington Bancshares Incorporated, and Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer for Bank of America Consumer Banking. Additionally, he has been involved in various leadership positions at Broadslate Networks, Citicorp, and MCI Communications. Mr. Afzal holds a degree in Computer Science and Management from Strayer University and has completed executive leadership programs at Duke University and Ohio State University. In his investment endeavors, Mr. Afzal focuses on early-stage and growth investments in the financial services and technology sectors. He has made angel investments in companies such as Vine Financial, participating in a funding round on June 12, 2025. His investment strategy emphasizes supporting innovative companies that aim to solve real-world problems and create measurable impact. Mr. Afzal's extensive experience in banking operations and technology, combined with his active involvement in the investment community, positions him as a valuable contributor to the growth and development of emerging companies in the financial services and technology sectors.

Investment Focus

• Innovative solutions addressing real-world problems
• Measurable impact
• Strong management teams

Portfolio Companies