Qamar Aftab
Investment Director
Wa'ed Ventures
Qamar Aftab is an investment leader with 13+ years in VC and PE across the Middle East and South Asia. At Wa’ed, he manages a global deep-tech portfolio and invests in sectors like cybersecurity, quantum, semiconductors, and biotech.
Speaker sessions
How Cybersecurity Startups Win Investor Trust
This session breaks down what truly earns investor confidence in the cybersecurity space - from refining your pitch and proving product-market fit to demonstrating traction, credibility, and long-term vision. Learn what investors look for, what turns them away, and how founders can turn early conversations into lasting partnerships.
- 15:20
- Wed
- 03 Dec
Stage:
Deep Dive
Sessions Type:
Panel