From Finance to Venture Building: Dorra Mahbouli’s Mission to Bridge Entrepreneurs, Investors, and Global Markets

Dorra Mahbouli has built her career around a singular objective: creating bridges between entrepreneurs, investors, and international markets. Today a Venture Builder and investor, she supports startups in their growth journey, leveraging expertise at the intersection of strategy, technology, and investment.

A Global Educational Journey

Her professional path has been shaped by experiences across multiple continents. After earning a degree in finance from IHEC Carthage, she continued her studies in the United States and France. Her academic credentials include:

A Master’s in Finance from Hult International Business School
A specialization in Financial Engineering from emlyon business school
An Executive MBA from ESSEC
Completion of the Fintech program at INSEAD

From Corporate Strategy to Fintech Innovation

Before dedicating herself fully to the startup ecosystem, Dorra Mahbouli worked in corporate finance and strategy, with roles based in Dubai, Paris, and Tunisia. These experiences allowed her to develop a deep understanding of growth challenges, international expansion, and corporate transformation.

Financial technology subsequently became her primary area of focus. Starting as a business angel, she gradually transitioned into institutional investing. She currently leads Rubix Studio, a venture studio based in Qatar that supports startups and helps them access new markets, particularly within the Gulf region.

“Each market has its own advantages. What may be lacking for startups in Europe or Africa can often be found in the Gulf, particularly in terms of access to customers and funding,” she explains.

Building Cross-Ecosystem Connections

Her approach goes beyond simple financial investment. She focuses on creating connections between different ecosystems, helping startups overcome the hurdles of international growth.

Dorra Mahbouli is an investor in several tech startups, including Clarrio.ai in the healthtech sector. She is also a member of Global Women in VC and a Fellow of the VC Unlocked program by 500 Global. Additionally, she hosts Voice of FinTech, a podcast dedicated to fintech players in the MENA region and beyond.