Outliers, the early-stage investment firm supporting outlier founders in MENA, has announced the appointment of Kenzie Falcoz as an Operating Partner.
In her new role, Falcoz will oversee Outliers' platform and portfolio support initiatives, which are integral to the firm's investment strategy. This includes leading ecosystem-building efforts such as the firm's flagship annual event, The Outliers Builders Summit, and the newly launched Fellowship program, aimed at identifying and empowering the next generation of entrepreneurial leaders in MENA. She will also work closely with portfolio companies on business development, talent acquisition, and refining media and public relations strategies to enhance investment returns.
Falcoz has been an integral part of the Outliers team since joining as Head of Platform in 2022. During her tenure, she has been instrumental in shaping and expanding how Outliers supports its portfolio companies through proprietary products, network nodes and community initiatives. These efforts have helped elevate the firm’s presence, solidify its positioning as partners to its founders, and grow a vibrant community of investors and business leaders.
“It’s an honour to take on this new role at such a pivotal time for MENA’s thriving tech landscape.” says Kenzie Falcoz, Operating Partner at Outliers. “The region’s growing reputation as a hub for domestic and international investment is fueled by the founders who are building differently. They are the driving force behind the companies set to reshape entire categories, from e-commerce to fintech and digital infrastructure. I’m excited to be part of an operator turned investor team at Outliers - perfectly positioned to support the growing movement towards building bottom-up businesses. It takes more than just capital – it requires true partnership, serving our portfolio on every step of their journey”.
Since its founding in 2019, Outliers has cultivated a dynamic network of founders across MENA who are driving the future of their industries. With a thesis-driven approach and a commitment to investing with conviction, Outliers has been part of some of the MENA region's most notable tech success stories. Its portfolio includes BNPL company Tabby, open banking platform Lean, second-hand marketplace Soum, digital private wealth management firm Vault, and PropTech leader Nawy. The firm's global reach has also led to key investments in U.S. cybersecurity founders, such as AI-driven cybersecurity innovator StrikeReady.
“Kenzie combines empathy, community-centric mindset, and dedication to founders with a thoughtful, collaborative approach,” says Mohammed Almeshekah, Founder & General Partner at Outliers. “These qualities have enabled her to consistently deliver exceptional value for Outliers’ network of founders and stakeholders. I’m thrilled to see her take on this new leadership role as we continue our mission of backing the next generation of market-making entrepreneurs”.
Sarah AlSaleh, General Partner at Outliers, adds: “Kenzie’s people-first and hands-on approach has made her an invaluable source of strategic contribution to our founders. Her deep industry knowledge and strong network across the MENA tech landscape are central to our mission of backing category-defining founders. Having Kenzie in this new leadership position reinforces our commitment to supporting our portfolio companies at every step of their growth journey”.