The Middle East and North Africa (MENA) Principal Representative of Equities First Holdings Hong Kong Ltd (DIFC Representative Office) in the Dubai International Financial Centre, United Arab Emirates, Andrew Stevens has been appointed with immediate effect, according to a statement released today by EquitiesFirst, a global leader in equity-backed financing. Andrew will take charge of EquitiesFirst’s marketing campaigns in the MENA regions from his new representative officer in the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) in the United Arab Emirates. This is a big move for the company as it means to increase its footprint in this vibrant region.
With a focus on business development and intricate financing solutions that are in line with equity-based portfolios, Andrew brings over ten years of expertise in the global financial services industry to his new position. He had prominent executive positions in the financial sector before to joining EquitiesFirst, where he advised high-net-worth individuals, wealth management experts, and brokerage firms on alternative financing options. His extensive experience will be crucial in determining how EquitiesFirst develops in the MENA region and enhancing its standing as a pioneer in equity financing.
As EquitiesFirst enters its third decade, the opening of the Dubai office signals the new era of our global presence, stated Mr. Al Christy Jr., the company’s founder and CEO. This calculated action demonstrates our dedication to helping our partners reach their financial objectives by offering financing solutions, all the while establishing and expanding existing partnerships in a promising area. We are thrilled to have Andrew join EquitiesFirst as our agent in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), as his extensive background perfectly complements our goals for the area.
From Dubai, Mr. Andrew Stevens stated, “It is an honor to be appointed to this exciting role.” He also expressed excitement about leading EquitiesFirst’s future expansion in the thriving markets of Dubai and the Middle East and North Africa (MENA). Based on my background in the financial services and private credit industry, He was dedicated to using our extensive global network to provide more creative equity-backed financing options that support our partners’ success in this thriving market.
EquitiesFirst is a global investor that specializes in long-term financing based on equity and was founded in 2002. The strategy used by EquitiesFirst breaks through conventional constraints and reimagines the financing process by giving investors, entrepreneurs, and listed firms quick access to funds secured by publicly traded securities. As of January 2024, the total value of loans traded was above US$4.5 billion.
With 13 offices across eight countries—the United States, the United Kingdom, China (Hong Kong, Shanghai, and Beijing), South Korea, Thailand, Singapore, Australia (Sydney, Perth, Melbourne, and Brisbane), and the United Arab Emirates—EquitiesFirst is a global company with its headquarters located in Indianapolis, Indiana. Every jurisdiction where it is necessary, EquitiesFirst has a license and/or is registered.
EquitiesFirst is the creator of Progressive Capital, an investment strategy based on a relationship and founded on mutual respect, interest, and understanding. EquitiesFirst provides partners with liquidity solutions that are essential, revolutionary, and advance their goals.
