Niklas Ponnert
About Niklas Ponnert
Niklas Ponnert serves as the Managing Director at eWTP Arabia Capital in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, a position he has held since 2022. He has extensive experience in investment management, having worked in various roles across Asia and the United States.
Work at eWTP Arabia Capital
Niklas Ponnert has served as the Managing Director at eWTP Arabia Capital since 2022. He is based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, where he focuses on investment strategies and capital management. His role involves overseeing various investment initiatives and fostering relationships with stakeholders in the region.
Previous Work Experience
Before joining eWTP Arabia Capital, Niklas Ponnert held several significant positions in the investment sector. He was a Partner at True Global Ventures from 2019 to 2021 in Singapore. He briefly served as Head of Investor Relations at B Capital in 2021. Additionally, he worked at ChinaEquity Investment Co. as Partner & Managing Director from 2007 to 2019 in Beijing, where he managed a diverse portfolio of investments.
Education and Expertise
Niklas Ponnert has a strong educational background with studies at multiple institutions. He completed a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy, Politics, and Economics at the University of California, Berkeley from 1996 to 2000. He also participated in the EU-China Managers Training Program at Beijing Foreign Studies University in 2001. His expertise includes primary and secondary transactions and managing private market investments across Asia.
Achievements in Capital Raising
Niklas Ponnert has a proven track record in capital raising, having successfully raised funds from institutional investors for billion-dollar venture capital and private equity funds. His experience includes managing a pan-Asia portfolio and specializing in funding Asian companies' international expansion, particularly in the Gulf countries, MENA, and Southeast Asia.
Board Memberships and Leadership Roles
Throughout his career, Niklas Ponnert has held leadership roles, including serving as CFO/COO and director on the boards of three publicly listed companies and numerous privately held portfolio companies. His leadership experience spans various sectors, contributing to his comprehensive understanding of the investment landscape.