Ahmed Elsayyad
About Ahmed Elsayyad
Ahmed Elsayyad serves as the President and Co-Founder of Ostro, a company focused on enhancing consumer engagement in healthcare through digital solutions. He has a background in medicine and public health, along with experience as an early-stage investor and advisor in various technology sectors.
Work at Ostro
Ahmed Elsayyad serves as the President and Co-Founder of Ostro, a position he has held since 2019 in Miami, Florida. Under his leadership, Ostro focuses on collaborating with pharmaceutical and medical device companies to improve consumer engagement and provider education through innovative digital solutions. The company aims to bridge the gap between healthcare providers and patients, enhancing communication and understanding in the healthcare landscape.
Education and Expertise
Ahmed Elsayyad holds a Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) degree from the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, where he studied from 2016 to 2017. He also earned a Bachelor's Degree from The Johns Hopkins University, where he focused on Public Health, Bioethics, and Philosophy from 2012 to 2015. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his work in healthcare and technology.
Background
Before co-founding Ostro, Ahmed Elsayyad gained diverse experience in academia and investment. He worked as an Adjunct Instructor at New York University from 2022 to 2023 and held a position as a Researcher at the Berman Institute of Bioethics at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health in 2014. He also served as an Investor at Flat World Partners for a brief period in 2017.
Investment Activities
Ahmed Elsayyad is actively involved in investment activities with Caffeinated Capital, where he has worked since 2022. He participates in the Caffeinated Capital Collective, a $50 million seed-stage operator fund that invests across various sectors, including fintech, proptech, enterprise, health, and consumer industries. His role includes acting as an early-stage investor and advisor for several technology companies.
Achievements in Venture Capital
Ahmed Elsayyad has established a notable presence at the intersection of venture capital, healthcare, and fast-growth technology. He has been involved with various technology companies, including Pangaea, Integral, and Model Prime, providing investment and advisory support. His expertise in these areas contributes to his effectiveness in fostering innovation and growth within the sectors he engages with.