Yazid Bentayeb

Venture partner • Ex startup founder, ex operator and fundraiser. Raised $15m for clients.

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نبذة

Startup founder and operator with a strong track record across US, MENA, Europe, and Africa. Former startup founder who raised $2M and ex-operator at Aumet, supporting growth and commercial execution in the healthtech space. Experienced in fundraising and investor relations, having supported multiple tech startups in securing capital through strategic positioning, pitch refinement, and warm introductions to regional and international investors.

Deeply embedded in the VC and startup ecosystem, with a strong focus on helping founders scale and unlock access to capital in underserved markets.

الخبرة

Partner - Astel ventures

(2026-01)

Astel uses AI to build software, invest in technology making every founder, advisor 5x faster at pattern recognition, research, and fundraising. Portfolio of 14 companies with $350m AUM.

Venture Capital cohort member (class'25) - Included VC

(2025-01)

A global initiative with a <3% acceptance rate, that's helped launch fellows into top funds like PeakXV, Atomico, Blume, Z47, Daphni, Launch Africa and 80+ others. The fellowship has allowed learning from and connecting with some of the world's top investors. Given the opportunity to invest in a top African fund as an LP alongside other fellows.

Developed skills in sourcing, financial modelling, drafting investment memos, and industry research

Capital Formation Lead / Fundraising (Confidential – Reg D 506(b)) - Stealth Investment Vehicle - North Africa

(2025-11)

Leading capital formation from local family offices and HNWIs across North Africa, following the securing of an anchor commitment from a European DFI.

Consultant – Investment Readiness & Fundraising Support - Independent

(2023-01)

Hands-on support helping founders become investor-ready: refining financials, preparing pitch materials, and structuring fundraising processes across Africa, MENA, Europe, and the US. Supported startups at various stages raising $15m.

Aumet (Healthcare) Ksa/Jordan– Series A
Moneco (Fintech) Switzerland/Franca/Africa– Seed
Wafr (Fintech) Morocco – Series A
Presto (Food-Delivery) Libya– Series A($35M in revenue)
Njiapay (Fintech ) South Africa – Pre-Seed (Raised $1M from HAVAIC & others)
Alimento (Foodtech) UAE/KSA/Egypt – Pre-Seed
Masroofi (Fintech,) Egypt – Seed
Origin8Lab (Ed-tech) Nigeria – Seed
Edge Sound Research (Deep Tech) US- Seed
Literati (Edtech) US, Series C
Zatap (SaaS) Munich, Germany
Walkie-Talkie.io (Gen-Z App) France/US
Ahead (Productivity) UK, Series A
Yuno (Ed-tech) Germany,seed
Sportyma (Sports Tech) France,seed
Moodee (Femtech). Uae/India Pre-seed

Startup Scout - Legendary Ventures

(2024-09)

Global multi-stage VC fund investing in AI-driven startups across Pre-Seed to Series A.

Source and evaluate high-potential startups worldwide
Support deal flow management (5,000+ annual applicants)
Work with F500 companies, governments, and investment managers with $5B+ AUM

Startup Scout - Adventure Capital Partners

(2024-09)

VC brokerage connecting startups with family offices, PE funds, and VC investors.

Identify early-stage opportunities across tech, fintech, AI, and SaaS
Conduct preliminary due diligence and founder screening
Facilitate investor–startup introductions and pipeline qualification

Business Development Manager/Consultant - AUMET

(2024-02)

AI-enabled B2B healthcare marketplace operating in MENA & Europe.

Lead market expansion across Tunisia, Algeria, Morocco, and France
Secure partnerships with healthcare providers, distributors, and medical suppliers
Drive revenue and adoption through data-driven sales and GTM strategies

Board Member - Orinza

(2023-05)

E-commerce platform enabling Algerians to launch international online businesses.