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Indépendance sans compromis

OUR ROOTS

Made in Switzerland

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1648 was founded in Switzerland in 2013 with an initial focus on private capital, where we pioneered our Embedded Expertise approach by working intimately within portfolio companies to gain unparalleled strategic insight and operational leverage.

Operational Excellence

Investors benefit from top-down thematic origination, coupled with bottom-up appraisal, active deal structuring, and robust risk mitigation. With 1648, opportunities are not just found—they're forged.

Our bespoke solutions include access to cutting-edge co-investment opportunities, the innovation economy, and a global network of expertise.

We also assist families in establishing strong governance frameworks and customized family office structures, ensuring they are well-positioned for both current needs and future growth.

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WHO WE ARE

Ambition Meets Execution

We are a unique team of thinkers, creators, and doers that  bridge the gap between ambition and execution.

Embedded within your business, understanding gaps and friction first-hand to foster collaborative growth.

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ALI KOLAGHASSI

Chairman

Ali is a seasoned investor with 30+ years in 
private equity, real estate, and 
sovereign advisory.  

  • Ali Kolaghassi
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HELLA ALASHKAR

Co-founder, Board Member

Hella is a leader in private market investments. 
Expert in financial and legal structuring, 
negotiation, and investor distribution.

  • Hella Alashkar CFA, CIFE
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LOUAY ALDOORY

Co-founder, CEO

Louay has 30 years experience in building and 
managing funds and investment 
platforms. 

  • Louay Aldoory
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DR. HANSJOERG BORUTTA

Chief Investment Officer

Hansjoerg has 35 years of experience in building and managing alternative investments
platforms.

  • Dr Hansjörg Borutta
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DANA ACHOUR

Chief Operations Officer

Dana has 30 years of experience in asset management and cross-border operational 
management.

  • Dana Achour
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BENNIDICT HOBAN

Director of Human Resources

Ben is an expert in talent management, fintech, 
and digital marketing. 
 

  • Benedict Hoban
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DR. LAYLA PRICE

Director of Research

Layla is an expert in quantitative finance and risk 
management. 
 

  • Layla Price
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FARIS ALDOORY

Director of Sales

Faris is an expert in capital markets products, investor intelligence, and family office outreach. 
 

  • Faris Aldoory
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ARND NIKLAS NIERHOFF

Director of Risk

Niklas is an expert in strategic compliance & risk management. 
 

  • Arnd Niklas Nierhoff

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