The Abraaj Group has appointed Mark Bourgeois as Partner, Global Head of Investor Engagement and CEO of Abraaj North America. 

Bourgeois will join the Group’s Management Executive Committee and his role as a Partner entitles him to be an observer on the Global Investment Committee.

With more than 25 years of experience in the alternative investments industry, Bourgeois joins Abraaj from Atlantic-Pacific Capital where he most recently served as President and CEO. 

Prior to joining Atlantic-Pacific, he was the Global Head of Distribution and the CEO of the Americas for Credit Suisse Asset Management. 

He has also held senior leadership roles in Lehman Brothers and UBS Private Funds Group. 

In each case, Bourgeois was responsible in leading a dedicated team to engage global investors via a solutions based approach. 

Commenting on his appointment, Bourgeois said: “Having followed Abraaj’s growth over several years, I am very excited to be joining this dynamic Group. Abraaj provides investors with a unique ability to gain access to the rapidly increasing consumer story in global growth markets.” 

“Abraaj has brought together an experienced investment team who have demonstrated the ability to generate compelling returns over the past 15 years. I am convinced that Abraaj will continue to define its role as the leading platform for growth market investors and I am honored to be part of it,” he said.

As Global Head of Investor Engagement for Abraaj, Bourgeois will spearhead the  Group’s global fundraising efforts and client facing strategies. 

He will also oversee the Group’s interactions with US and Canadian stakeholders as CEO of Abraaj North America.

Arif Naqvi, Founder and Group CEO of The Abraaj Group, said: “Mark brings to Abraaj his deep knowledge of the alternative investments industry and an outstanding network of long-term relationships across global financial markets.” 

“With values and a commitment to professional excellence that match our own, his experience will be of immense value as we continue to expand and grow our business. I am delighted that he is now a member of our leadership team,” he said.