Julien is the Senior Partner at Oraseya Capital, where he leads the firm’s investment strategy,
oversees deal sourcing and execution, and actively manages a diverse portfolio of early-stage
startups. Oraseya Capital invests from pre-Seed to Series B stages, fostering innovation and
scaling transformative businesses across key sectors. Julien is also a member of the investment
committee.

In 2021, Julien launched SANDBOX, Oraseya’s program for investing in and mentoring pre-
Seed/Seed stage startups. The program has supported hundreds of founders, with 16

investments made in 2024 alone.
Julien plays a pivotal role in mentoring founders, building long-term partnerships, and guiding
portfolio companies toward sustainable growth and success.
With a presence in the UAE’s startup ecosystem since 2012, Julien brings extensive experience
as both a founder and investor. Prior to joining Oraseya Capital, he was Principal and Portfolio
Manager at Dtec Ventures, where he led investments across various industries and helped drive
the growth of the regional entrepreneurial landscape.

He began his career as an Investment Banker with Société Générale CIB in Italy, working on multi-
billion-dollar corporate finance transactions. After moving to Dubai, he launched his first

startup—an online artist agency representing over 1,000 talents across the region—which he
successfully exited. He subsequently contributed to several ventures as a co-founder, advisor, and
product director.

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