Nasir Alsharif
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Last Updated: 22 Sep 2026
Executive Chairman
London, GB
Profile Verified by The Marque
Last Updated: 22 Sep 2026
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In Their Own Right
Biography
Nasir Alsharif is an experienced investor, business leader and entrepreneur who serves as Executive Chairman of Sackville Capital.
With over two decades of experience, Nasir’s entrepreneurial mindset and leadership acumen have been instrumental in establishing the foundational elements of both AWJ Holding Company (AHC) and Sackville Capital. He was pivotal in the formation and set-up of AHC and held the role of Chief Executive Officer of AHC Investment Division, responsible for the public markets and private equity portfolios at one of the largest MENA real estate investment firms, AWJ Holding Company (AHC). Nasir’s involvement at AHC continues through his seat on the Board.
Sackville Capital was launched in 2019 as a London-based investment business. Nasir’s leadership was fundamental to the development of a specialist team, a Board, a strong governance structure and a progressive investment strategy, focussed on private markets and strategic partnerships.
Under Nasir’s stewardship, Sackville Capital follows a partnership-led approach, cultivating a global network of partners and advisers. The company’s team leverages these relationships to share insights and expertise to facilitate investment opportunities and growth.
A Founder & General Partner of BNVT Capital, a London-based VC fund, Nasir also sits on the Advisory Board of PACT Capital Partners, a New York-based GP-Stakes business, and the Board of Nuwa Capital, a UAE-based Venture Capital and Growth Equity firm. He is also a founding investor in iMENA, one of the earliest tech-based Venture Capital platforms in the Middle East. These roles underscore his experience in identifying opportunities to build investment businesses, fostering growth and providing strategic direction across the global investment landscape.
He holds a BSc in Finance and Economics from Bentley University.
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Background
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2019 — Present
Executive Chairman
Sackville Capital
Headquartered in London, Sackville focuses on investing in the private markets. Employing a three-pronged investment approach in lower and mid-market private equity, platform investments, and an outsourced multi-asset endowment programme, the firm strives for best-in-class performance by prioritising discipline, agility, and connectivity. Nasir previously served as Managing Director and CEO.
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2004 — 2005
Investment Analyst
Banque Saudi Fransi
Banque Saudi Fransi is a Saudi Joint Stock company offering a wide range of financial services and affiliated with Crédit Agricole Corporate and Investment Bank.
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2005 — 2006
Assistant Vice President
Credit Suisse
Credit Suisse is one of the leading financial services brands with strong investment banking capabilities.
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2006 — 2012
Various
Goldman Sachs
Nasir first worked as Associate in the London office of Goldman for a year before serving as Executive Director and a founding member of the Dubai office. He then helped to establish and grow their presence in Saudi Arabia where he served as Head of Private Wealth Management and Institutional Asset Management.
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2012 — 2015
Senior Principal
Investcorp Bank BSC
Investcorp Bank BSC (now Investcorp Holdings BSC) is a diversified financial services business providing and managing alternative investment products.
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2015 — 2019
Chief Executive Officer
AWJ Holding Company (AHC)
A Saudi-based family investment company focusing on real estate and investment management, AWJ Holding Company (AHC) was founded to manage the real estate investment activities of the family.
In The News
Newsfeed
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17 September 2025 · GlobalNewswire
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14 January 2025 · Bloomberg
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14 January 2025 · Businesswire
PACT Capital Partners Launches as an Independent GP Stakes Investment Firm
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Formative Years
Education
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Bentley University
BSc Economics and Finance
2000 — 2004
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IMD Business School
Specialised Executive Education: Leading family-owned businesses
Areas Of Focus