Chairman

Ali Al-Husayn

Ali Al-Husayn is the Chairman and founding member of EU Finance Investment.
bringing over 27 years of professional and leadership experience to
the helm of the organization.
Ali Al-Husayn has held several executive positions in Saudi banks, including Bank Aljazira (BAJ), where he spent nearly a decade and rose to become the Head of the Private Banking & Wealth Management Group. During his time at the bank, he played a key role in establishing the group and forming a team that manages a diverse and sizable portfolio of clients comprising of HNWIs, family offices, endowments, and corporate entities. During this period, he was collaborating closely with the bank’s investment arm to provide his clients with all types of investment solutions.

Al-Husayn holds a BS in Electrical Engineering from KFUPM and then earned an MBA in Finance from Kogod School of Business in the US. He also holds several qualification certificates in the field of Wealth Management and Investments.

Chief Investment Officer

Flavio Locatelli

Flavio Locatelli graduated from Sapienza University of Rome and holds an MBA from Harvard Business School. After an experience as an analyst in the London office of Goldman Sachs, he served as member of the Benetton Formula1 Racing Team, leading the team to obtain two world drivers titles and a constructors' title.

“For the last 10 years, we have been investing in great companies, helping them focusing on leaving a positive stamp on each business we own.”

Managing Partner

Joe Gaude

Joe Gaude joined Pitch venture capital in 2012, he experienced the full range of cycles in private equity and led the launch of G K S Equities activity for institutional investors. He became Managing Partner in 2015.

Prior to joining, he worked in the Finance Department of Fiat Auto in London. Joe Gaude holds a degree in Business Administration from Ca’ Foscari University of Venice.

Partner

Michela Alfonsi

Michela Alfonsi joined Pitch venture capital in 2018 as Principal and was promoted to Partner in 2022 after 14 years of experience in Private Equity.

Before joining the company, Michela was a Principal at Cathay Capital, in charge of sourcing, investment management as well as investment support. She graduated from Audencia Business School and the American University in Washington D.C.

Head of Risks & Investment

Franck Ackerman.

Franck Ackerman plays a pivotal role at EU Finance Investment, leading
risk management initiatives for the company and its managed funds. In
this capacity, he not only oversees risk but also plays a key role in
coordinating the analysis and management of sustainability, ESG, and
impact activities within the organization. Peter brings over 8 years
of profound experience to his multifaceted responsibilities.

Before joining EU Finance Investment, Peter contributed his expertise to
European Investment Consulting, a specialized firm offering
institutional investors risk assessment, asset and liability
management, and portfolio monitoring services. During his tenure, he
specialized in assisting clients in the real estate industry and
various asset classes, providing valuable insights on risk management
matters.

Franck Ackerman earned his degree in economics and finance from
Corvinus University of Budapest and a master’s degree in economics
from the University of Bern, Switzerland, reflecting his strong
academic foundation. Furthermore, he holds a prestigious professional
risk manager title from PRMIA, underscoring his commitment to
maintaining the highest standards of excellence in risk management
practices. Franck Ackerman’s multifaceted skill set and comprehensive
understanding of risk dynamics make him an instrumental figure in
EU Finance Investment’s strategic initiatives