Gilles Ohana
About Gilles Ohana
Gilles Ohana serves as the Managing Director of Global Capital Markets at PrimaryBid, where he has worked since 2022. With extensive experience in capital markets and a strong network across EMEA, the US, and Asia, he specializes in fintech capital markets and democratizing access to capital.
Work at PrimaryBid
Gilles Ohana has served as the Managing Director of Global Capital Markets at PrimaryBid since 2022. In this role, he focuses on expanding the company's Capital Markets activities into new geographies, including EMEA and the US. His leadership aims to enhance the accessibility of capital markets for high-net-worth individuals and retail investors. PrimaryBid is known for its innovative approach to democratizing access to capital markets transactions.
Education and Expertise
Gilles Ohana holds a Master's degree in Economics, Finance, and Management from Ecole Centrale Paris. He also achieved a Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) in Ingenieur Economiste from the same institution between 1995 and 1998. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in fintech capital markets and corporate finance.
Background
Gilles Ohana has a diverse professional background with extensive experience in capital markets across various regions, including EMEA, the US, and Asia. He has held significant positions in multiple financial institutions, contributing to his multilingual capabilities and broad network of corporates and investors, particularly in family offices and direct investments.
Professional Experience
Prior to his current role, Gilles Ohana held several key positions in the finance sector. He was a Board Member at ARIE Finance from 2020 to 2023 and served as a Senior Advisor at ARIE Capital from 2019 to 2023. He also worked at Sunrise Brokers as Partner and Managing Director, overseeing Equity Capital Markets and Corporate Finance from 2012 to 2017. His tenure at Deutsche Bank from 2000 to 2012 as Head of ECM Execution and Equity Corporate Finance EMEA further solidified his expertise in the field.
Achievements and Contributions
Gilles Ohana actively contributes to the financial sector by serving as a Non-Executive Director on the boards of select public and private companies. His involvement in various organizations reflects his commitment to enhancing corporate governance and strategic decision-making within the capital markets landscape.