Equity-backed financing specialist EquitiesFirst today announced the appointment of Andrew Stevens as Principal Representative of the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) of Equities First Holdings Hong Kong Ltd (DIFC Representative Office) in the Dubai International Financial Centre, United Arab Emirates with immediate effect.

Based in the new representative office in Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) in the United Arab Emirates, Mr Stevens will oversee EquitiesFirst’s marketing initiatives across MENA markets, marking a significant step in expanding the company’s presence in this dynamic region.

He brings more than a decade of experience in global financial services to his new role, specializing in business development and complex financing solutions aligned to equity-based portfolios. Prior to joining EquitiesFirst, he held key management roles in the financial industry, providing strategic consultation on alternative financing solutions to wealth management professionals, high-net-worth individuals and brokerage firms.

Mr Andrew Stevens said:

“It is an honor to be appointed to this exciting role and I look forward to spearheading EquitiesFirst’s future development in the flourishing Dubai and MENA markets replete with opportunities. Drawing from my experience in the private credit and financial services sector, I am committed to leveraging our long-standing international network to deliver more innovative equity-backed financing solutions that contribute to the success of our partners in this vibrant market.”