Omar Badr

Investment professional with 6+ years of institutional experience and $42M in closed acquisitions across the full deal lifecycle. Focused on the convergence of traditional private markets and digital asset infrastructure across MENA and emerging markets. Track record spans Kraken, OKX, and KuCoin across markets analysis, ecosystem strategy, and HNW/VIP advisory. PMP-certified with FMVA and FRM credentials in progress.

VIP Client Advisor & Technical Analysis at KuCoin (2024-01 – Present)

Provided market advisory and portfolio insights to HNW and VIP clients across digital asset and macro strategies. Delivered technical and macro market analysis across multiple asset classes. Supported client decision-making with structured risk and opportunity assessments. Maintained long-term strategic client relationships and engagement programmes.

• Managed advisory relationships for portfolios exceeding $50M AUM
• Increased client retention rate by 35%
• Generated consistent alpha-focused insights across multiple market cycles

Investment Associate at Private Equity Firm (Confidential) (2022-01 – 2024-01)

Closed acquisitions totalling $42M in deal value across digital assets, cryptocurrency infrastructure, and AI sectors. Built detailed financial models, valuations, and investment memoranda across multiple sectors. Conducted commercial, financial, and operational due diligence for prospective investments. Developed risk assessment frameworks covering market, operational, and financial risks. Supported investment committees with scenario analysis and decision-support materials.

• Directly contributed to $42M in closed acquisitions across digital assets, cryptocurrency infrastructure, and AI — full lifecycle from sourcing to execution
• Improved deal screening efficiency, reducing evaluation cycle time by 30%
• Supported portfolio initiatives that enhanced EBITDA performance by double-digit margins

Business Development Associate (Strategic) at OKX (2021-01 – 2022-01)

Evaluated strategic partnerships aligned with growth and market expansion objectives. Conducted market entry analysis and ecosystem mapping across priority regions including MENA. Supported go-to-market strategies for new products and institutional offerings. Coordinated cross-functional inputs from product, legal, and compliance teams.

• Helped structure partnerships generating 7-figure annual revenue impact
• Supported market expansion initiatives across 3 international regions
• Improved partner onboarding efficiency by 25%

Investment / Markets Analyst at Kraken (2019-01 – 2021-01)

Performed asset-level analysis across digital assets and financial instruments. Analyzed market microstructure, liquidity, volatility, and pricing dynamics. Monitored regulatory developments and assessed market impact. Produced institutional-grade market insights and research reports.

• Supported trading and risk teams managing $1B+ in daily market exposure
• Improved volatility forecasting accuracy by 20%
• Delivered research used by institutional client desks globally

MPharm in Master of Pharmacy – University of Hertfordshire (2027-01)