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Maheen Rahman On Raising $50 Million To Build A Credit Enhancement Company To Issue Guarantees For Promoting Private Infrastructure Projects

Maheen Rahman On Raising $50 Million To Build A Credit Enhancement Company To Issue Guarantees For Promoting Private Infrastructure Projects

Update: 2024-10-02
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In a rapidly changing world, navigating uncertainty, building scalable solutions, and creating positive social impact are more critical than ever. These were the focal points of the conversation with Maheen Rahman, a trailblazing entrepreneur and finance leader who has raised a balance sheet capability of over $400M.


Her company, Infra Zamin. has attracted funding from top-tier investors like InfraCo Asia Investments and Karandaaz Pakistan.


In this episode, you will learn:



  • Embrace change: Maheen Rahman highlights how adapting to change throughout life helped her thrive in uncertain environments.

  • Finance isn’t rocket science: Building a strong foundation in financial principles can open doors across various sectors and opportunities.

  • Restructuring is tough but necessary: Successfully turning around a failing company requires difficult decisions, such as workforce reductions, but can lead to long-term growth and profitability.

  • Acquisitions can unlock growth: Rahman emphasizes the importance of scaling through mergers, especially for smaller companies aiming to expand their market reach.

  • Impact-driven finance: Through Infra Zamin, Rahman is working to provide access to capital for underserved sectors, catalyzing growth in developing markets.

  • Scaling isn’t always direct: Creating self-sustaining frameworks, like encouraging banks to lend without guarantees, is key to achieving long-term, scalable impact.

  • Business with a purpose: Rahman believes in balancing commercial success with social good, citing examples like helping rebuild after natural disasters through innovative financial instruments.


 


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Maheen Rahman On Raising $50 Million To Build A Credit Enhancement Company To Issue Guarantees For Promoting Private Infrastructure Projects

Maheen Rahman On Raising $50 Million To Build A Credit Enhancement Company To Issue Guarantees For Promoting Private Infrastructure Projects

Alejandro Cremades