Jorge Grande

Partner & Strategic Advisor
Dr. Bu Abdullah is a well-known Emirati businessman and philanthropist with a diversified portfolio across real estate, hospitality, education, and legal consultancy. As a strategic partner to 7billion Tech, he provides market guidance, network access, and leadership oversight for key enterprise relationships across the UAE and GCC.

With advisory involvement across 200+ companies in the UAE and internationally, Dr. Bu Abdullah is known for supporting business growth, governance clarity, and cross-sector collaboration. He regularly participates in strategic forums and initiatives focused on entrepreneurship and youth empowerment. He connects private-sector capabilities with technology-led opportunities, shaping responsible digital adoption across the region.

He champions collaboration between UAE enterprises and global talent ecosystems, driving innovation while maintaining local relevance and accountability.
Email address
klara.berger@finovate.com
Expertise

John is the Worldwide Managing Partner, CEO, and Chairman of the Board of Directors at Finovate, where he oversees global strategy and operations while preserving Bain’s renowned culture. With over 20 years at the firm, John has advised global CEOs and is a recognized expert in deal advisory and value creation for portfolio companies.

He has a strong background in private equity, corporate mergers and acquisitions, and consumer products. John is also involved in sustainability initiatives and serves on the Board of Directors of Cancer, a non-profit focused on fighting pediatric cancer. He holds master’s degrees in civil engineering and multilingual business communication from the University of Ghent and is based in New York.

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