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Pouya David Yadegar has long believed that, when approached correctly, equities represent the best place in the world to invest. Guided by this principle, he established Prime, an institutional-grade fund crafted for scalability, supported by top-tier service providers, and substantiated by GIPS verifications.

As Prime’s Founder and CIO, Pouya has skillfully identified undervalued equities, leading Prime to be recognized by BarclayHedge as the top Long/Short Fund, with its Long Only Unlevered Portfolio outperforming Morningstar’s world’s largest unlevered long mutual funds and ETFs worldwide over the past 15 years.

Before Prime, Pouya led two pioneering real estate investment and finance companies with the Yadegar family office from 1996 to 2007, expanding them into national entities. During his tenure, he conceived what would become an innovative multi-billion-dollar initiative integrating various software firms into a cohesive platform addressing the entire mortgage lifecycle.

Pouya’s investment approach is distinguished by a commitment to long-term growth and disciplined risk management, principles ingrained through his involvement with his multigenerational family office. Originating from a background in copper wire manufacturing, the Yadegar family office has grown into a renowned real estate entity in Southern California, based in Beverly Hills. Reflecting the family’s steadfast investment philosophy, the Yadegars have never sold a property they have acquired. Pouya holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, specializing in Marketing and Finance, from the University of Southern California (USC).

Bill has over two decades of investment expertise, leveraging a robust network of institutional relationships to secure capital and forge strategic partnerships. His career includes significant tenures at American Beacon Advisors as a Senior Vice-President and at Zeteo Capital Services as Managing Director. His track record includes raising over $16 billion for diverse ventures and facilitating transformative transactions across multiple sectors, including Hertz, KCI, Weider, Smarte Carte, Jimmy Choo, Tapco and many others. Bill holds a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Finance, a BBA in Marketing/Management from the University of Texas at San Antonio, and FINRA Series 6, 7, 22, 63, and 65 licenses.

Jason’s career spans two decades of exemplary service at premier international institutions. He is a Global Leadership Fellow at the World Economic Forum (Davos), where he pioneered China’s first international public-private partnership. Jason began his career at Procter & Gamble, where he was the youngest regional Sales & Marketing team leader in the firm’s history. He currently serves as a Senior Advisor for Global Capital Markets at LAM, the largest hotel owner in NYC (Marriott/Virgin). Jason holds a MBA from MIT, a Bachelor of Science from Cornell University. He is trained in nine languages.

Saleem is a seasoned international entrepreneur who has either led as CEO or been a key part of executive teams at multiple global firms. His expertise in operational turnarounds and securing capital from venture capital and private equity sources has positioned him as a trusted leader in the industry. As CEO of Alchemi Capital, he has skillfully managed the launch and expansion of the fund, attracting significant investment. Previously, Saleem served as Group President at Bambu Global, and CEO of Digicore Ctrack, where he boosted revenues and managed successful exits. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Software Engineering from the University of East Anglia and is a recognized speaker at international technology conferences.

Justin is a passionate enthusiast of finance, backed by a family legacy rich in decades of investment expertise. His career encompasses significant experience in high-end real estate and technology sales. Previously, he served a key leadership role as Chief Strategy Officer at Crypto Café IO. At this innovative platform, he led efforts to simplify and educate about decentralized technology. At Prime, Justin oversees strategic partnerships and drives sales initiatives, leveraging his deep understanding of market dynamics. He graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Communication from Woodbury University.

Mariana has a wealth of leadership expertise, with twenty years at the helm of executive operations in the finance industry. She spearheaded the establishment of investment advisory and Fund operations for Prime at its inception 15 years ago, and her wide-ranging responsibilities include the supervision of daily Fund operations, coordination of audit processes, and the management of relationships with the Fund’s third party service providers. Mariana is adept at navigating complex operational landscapes and operational strategy. She began her professional career as Head of Compliance for a real estate finance company, where she also oversaw IT networks and personnel.

Prior to joining Prime, Tej was a Senior investment Professional for 16 years at Concord Management LLC, a multi-billion family office consultant in New York where his responsibilities included direct due diligence on alternative investment vehicles including Hedge Funds, Private Equity and Venture Capital funds, with a particular focus on funds based in North America and Asia, especially Hong Kong and Singapore. He is also a Managing Member of Astralis Ventures, a remote consultancy and private investment firm he founded in 2021. Tej graduated from Pace University with a degree in Finance.

Douglas has over a decade of experience in the field of Investment Banking, with an extensive background in mergers and acquisitions (M&A). At Prime, he harnesses his deep knowledge in M&A to drive strategic initiatives. Douglas’ professional roles have included serving as Vice President for Plethora Businesses, where he oversaw a team of 12 charged with executing sell-side M&A advisory and buy-side retained searches, and Managing Director at Rainmaker Securities LLC. He also structured SPVs for Avenue 4 Capital, and served as Managing Director at DelMorgan & Co. Douglas holds a bachelor’s degree from Maharishi International University.

Jeremy Lelah is a seasoned finance and sales professional with over four decades of diverse experience across multiple industries. Beginning his career as a futures trader on the New York Comex in Singapore in the early 1980s, Jeremy has since held key roles including Executive Producer at ProActive Productions, Inc., where he significantly contributed to film financing. He also successfully managed and owned a call center, and led commercial financing projects at Commercial Capital Ltd in Los Angeles. Jeremy holds a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in Finance, specializing in International Business from the University of Wisconsin-Madison.

Yelena is a globally experienced finance professional with over twenty years in the field, specializing in investor relations and capital management across four continents. As the Founder and CEO of PR Squared Web Pte. Ltd., she excels in international public relations, capital raising, and strategic business development. Her notable roles have included Global Head of Investor Relations at AST Fortis Family Office, Copia Agriculture and Food Technologies Fund, and NowComms Asia. She also served as Co-Chair at the U.S. Department of Commerce Trade Mission to Singapore and is Board Member of Asia CEO Community. Yelena holds an MBA in Finance from the University of Memphis and is a CFA charterholder.

Shoji Kitayama’s extensive 30-year career in finance is marked by senior roles at world-renowned firms, including Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley. Most recently, he spearheaded substantial growth as Managing Director at Man Group Japan Ltd., where he raised nearly $5 billion in AUM and launched a marketing platform for retail and institutional clients. His strategic vision also informed his time as Executive Director at Morgan Stanley MUFG Securities, and as Vice President, Head of Regional Sales, at Goldman Sachs. Shoji holds a BS in Finance from Arizona State University.

Angela is a highly skilled finance professional with extensive experience in financial analysis and operational strategy. At Prime, her responsibilities include data analysis and collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure the effectiveness and robustness of Prime’s operational strategies. She brings a wealth of expertise to her current position, having served in distinguished roles at prestigious financial institutions such as P&A Grant Thornton, BDO Unibank, Inc., and Rizal Commercial Banking Corporation. Angela holds an MBA and graduated cum laude from Ateneo de Davao University. She is also a Certified Public Accountant (CPA).

Salem is Vice Chairman of Bin Dasmal Group, his family office business with a 40+ year history. Previously, he served as CEO of Dubailand, a $15 billion themed master development in Dubai, with over 3 billion square feet, 55 hotels, and 45 mega-projects, including the Tiger Woods Dubai golf course, Universal City, and Universal Studios theme park. He also served on the Board of Directors for The Wave Muscat, a joint venture between the Oman government and Majid Al Futtaim.

Salem earned a bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering from Northrop University and master’s degrees in both Public Administration and Accounting from the University of Southern California (USC). He is also a Certified Public Accountant (CPA).

– Co-founded Goldman Sachs’ middle market business

– Former Chairman and Chief Executive of Drexel Burnham Lambert Europe and Worldwide Head of Operations (Institutional Investors and Commodities Groups)

– Served as the COO and investment committee member of Dubai Capital Group, a $3 billion fund owned by the Ruler of Dubai

– Former senior executive at the World Bank

– Recipient of the World Bank President’s Award for Leadership in Diversity and several World Bank Performance Awards.

– President and CEO of Grey Matter International, a strategic advisory services firm based in Washington DC.

– Co-CEO & Chief People Officer at E-HANA Motors Worldwide, a company formed to address the pollution crisis in congested cities by providing affordable, zero-emission transportation solutions

– Served as Managing Partner at URI Capital Partners, a global private equity firm

– 25 years of entrepreneurial and public sector experience

– Executive VP and Senior Basketball Adviser for the New York Knicks basketball organization

– Declared “the most powerful man in sports” by GQ Magazine

– 30+ years of experience as an entrepreneur and trusted advisor

– Served as consultant for Creative Artists Agency (CAA), an international talent and sports agency firm

– Served as Managing Partner at Gianni Versace

– Over 35 years of business management and entrepreneurial experience

– Held management positions at Hermes, YSL, Bulgari, and Gucci

– Owner of a successful consulting business providing life and leadership coaching to high-achieving leaders and executives