Anass is the Co-Founder and Co-CEO of eyewa, the fastest-growing eyewear retailer in the Middle East. In this role, Anass oversees the strategic vision of the business, driving its rapid online success and increasing its footprint of more than 180 stores throughout the GCC.
With over 12 years of experience in the e-commerce and startup scene, Anass has an in-depth understanding of the industry and regional landscape. Before launching eyewa in 2017, Anass was Managing Director MENA at Foodpanda, a global food delivery startup, where he spearheaded its growth, building market-leading brands such as HungerStation in Saudi Arabia and Otlob in Egypt. Anass co-led Foodpanda alongside Mehdi Oudghiri, co-founder of eyewa, until its acquisition by Delivery Hero in 2016.
Previously, Anass worked in strategy consulting with Bain and Company in Dubai, investment banking with Deutsche Bank in London, and private equity with ACG Capital in Paris.
Additionally, he serves as a Board Member for Alyasra Fashion.
Anass is a CFA and FRM Charter holder and has a master’s degree in Management from ESCP Europe, as well as a Bachelor of Finance from Concordia University in Montreal, Canada.