Hasnae Taleb is a multi-award-winning stock trader, investor, founder, managing partner, and media personality who has made history by becoming the first Arab and African woman to be nominated as the “Shewolf of Nasdaq” by the Nasdaq Stock Market and was recognized by the U.S. Department of State for her outstanding contributions to the financial world.
With over 12 years of experience in the equities market, Hasnae helps clients and corporations structure and restructure their business, build business portfolios, scale their companies, and develop robust investment strategies in capital markets while raising funds through institutional and accredited investors, leveraging her extensive network and deep knowledge of market dynamics. Currently, she is part of funds with assets under management (AUM) exceeding $4 billion.
Hasnae’s career began on the trading floors of Nasdaq, where she quickly gained recognition as the youngest Arab-African woman trader in Wall Street at 21 years old, managing over $660 million in assets. Throughout her career, she has contributed to organizations such as Morgan Stanley, Nasdaq, and the Abu Dhabi Executive Office, and a trusted advisor across NYC and GCC markets.
Her work has earned her several prestigious awards, including the Gold Stevie®️ Award for Achievement in Finance, the Nasdaq Center of Entrepreneurial Excellence Award, and the UAE Ministry of Economy’s Lifetime Achievement Award, among others.
Hasnae’s influence extends beyond finance. She created and hosted Awwal Malyoun, an investment TV show on Al Mashhad TV, where she provided insights into financial literacy and personal finance. Her TV career began when she was appointed Ambassador of Expo 2020 Dubai by the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, hosting her first show Ticket to Expo.
A member of the American Chamber of Commerce in the UAE, Hasnae continues to leave an indelible mark on the global investment landscape, combining innovation, expertise, and a passion for empowering others in the financial space.