Investcorp Capital plc (ADX: ICAP), a prominent investor in alternative private market opportunities, has announced the appointment of Sana Khater as Chief Executive Officer, effective 1 September 2025.
Khater steps into the role with a distinguished career spanning more than 35 years, bringing strategic and financial leadership experience from senior executive positions across both listed and private companies. Her previous roles include C-Suite leadership at Aldar, Waha Capital, NBK Capital, and National Bank of Kuwait.
Throughout her career, Khater has successfully guided organisations through international expansion, complex business transformations, capital allocation strategies, and the implementation of strong corporate governance frameworks. She brings a deep understanding of a range of sectors critical to Investcorp Capital’s operations, including private equity, real estate, asset management, and financial services.
In her role as CEO, she will lead the company’s efforts to enhance shareholder value, maintain operational excellence, and advance Investcorp Capital’s focus on global alternative investments. Her appointment also reinforces the company’s capacity for strong stakeholder engagement across public and private markets.
Mohammed Alardhi, Chairman of Investcorp Capital, said: “We are delighted to welcome Sana as the new CEO of Investcorp Capital. Her exceptional leadership experience and deep expertise in financial services positions her well to steer ICAP through its next chapter. Abu Dhabi continues to strengthen its position as a global hub for investment firms, and I am confident that Sana will harness this momentum, as she leads the business with distinction and ambition. I look forward to working with Sana to drive shareholder value and grow the Company.”
Sana Khater, incoming CEO of Investcorp Capital, commented: “I am honoured and excited to join Investcorp Capital at such a pivotal time in its growth journey. The Company is truly unique and, with its differentiated investment platform and offering, is well positioned to create value through its exposure to the global alternatives space backed by over 42 years of Investcorp’s track record. I look forward to working with the Board, the Investcorp team, and all our stakeholders to build on the Company’s momentum and drive sustainable, long-term performance and value for shareholders.”
Khater will take over from Mohamed Aamer, who has served as Interim CEO since March 2025. Aamer will continue to lead the company until the leadership transition is completed in September.
