Summary
Abdel Ali is a founder and venture-minded operator with a decade of experience at the intersection of finance, startups, and sustainable technology, currently building Kiwi Charge to expand accessible EV charging. Holding an MBA from Schulich and a CFA charter, he blends rigorous financial modeling and fundraising experience—including leading a $1.5M+ priced round—with hands-on product prototyping and go-to-market work. As a director at BLCK VC Canada and a Pitch Deck Advisory Council member, he mentors diverse founders and helps translate ideas into investor-ready narratives. His background ranges from institutional investment consulting and private equity to automating reporting with VBA and scraping market data with Python, signaling a practical data-driven approach. Notably, he has launched student-led networks and ESG venture streams, reflecting a commitment to inclusion and impact alongside commercial viability.
10 years of coding experience
4 years of employment as a software developer
Bachelor of Commerce - BCom Specialized Honours Finance, Bachelor of Commerce - BCom Specialized Honours Finance at York University
MBA, MBA at Schulich School of Business - York University
English, Arabic