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Sherif Guirgis

Sherif Guirgis


Chief Executive Officer



Professional Overview
Sherif Guirgis is a seasoned executive with over 15 years of experience in the financial and technology sectors. As the Chief Executive Officer of VIOLET GREY, he drives the strategic vision and operational excellence of the leading luxury beauty platform. Additionally, he serves as a Partner and Advisor at 888 Midas Partners, where he leverages his expertise to guide high-growth startups, and as the Founder of Vaulted, a innovative fintech venture.

Experience Summary

Current Roles
Chief Executive Officer, VIOLET GREY (2024-09-01 to Present)
  • Responsible for setting the overall strategic direction and leading the execution of the company's growth initiatives

  • Oversees the management of daily operations, including cross-functional team coordination and resource allocation

  • Drives the development and implementation of innovative strategies to enhance the company's market position and customer experience

  • Spearheads the expansion of the VIOLET GREY brand into new markets and product categories


Partner / Advisor, 888 Midas Partners (2024-06-01 to Present)
  • Provides strategic guidance and mentorship to the portfolio companies of 888 Midas Partners

  • Leverages his extensive industry knowledge and network to identify and evaluate potential investment opportunities

  • Collaborates with the investment team to develop and execute value-creation strategies for portfolio companies


Founder, Vaulted (2024-04-01 to Present)
  • Conceptualized and launched Vaulted, a fintech platform that offers secure, decentralized storage and management of digital assets

  • Leads the overall business and product strategy, oversees the development of the platform, and manages the day-to-day operations


Career Progression
Prior to his current roles, Sherif held the position of Managing Director at Main Street Advisors, where he led the firm's efforts in the technology and consumer sectors. Before that, he was a Partner at Lion Capital, where he played a pivotal role in the firm's investment decisions and portfolio management. Sherif began his career as an Investment Banking Analyst at Credit Suisse and a Summer Investment Banking Analyst at Greenhill & Co.

Academic Background
Sherif holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics from Harvard University, where he graduated with magna cum laude honors.

Areas of Expertise
  • Strategic planning and execution

  • Financial analysis and investment decision-making

  • Venture capital and private equity

  • Fintech and digital asset management

  • Luxury consumer brands and e-commerce

  • Leadership and team building


Professional Impact
  • Spearheaded the successful turnaround of a distressed consumer electronics company, leading to a 2.5x return on investment for Lion Capital

  • Led the Series B financing round for a leading social media platform, securing $50 million in funding and driving rapid user growth

  • Launched Vaulted, a pioneering fintech platform that has gained significant traction in the digital asset management space


Conclusion
Sherif Guirgis is a strategic, results-driven executive with a proven track record of driving growth and innovation in the financial and technology sectors. His diverse experience, industry expertise, and entrepreneurial mindset position him as a valuable asset in guiding companies to achieve their full potential.