ResearchFDI is pleased to announce the appointment of Nisan Abdulkader as Vice President, Government and Business Development Africa & Middle East, reinforcing the company’s commitment to supporting investment attraction and economic development across some of the world’s fastest-growing markets.
An internationally recognized investment promotion and strategic government advisor, Nisan brings more than a decade of experience working across Africa, the Middle East, and global non-governmental institutions. Throughout her career, she has advised more than 30 investment promotion agencies (IPAs) and governments across the African continent, contributing to the facilitation of over US$1 billion in investment across priority sectors including infrastructure, renewable energy, agriculture, manufacturing, tourism, and housing.
Her work has focused on helping countries strengthen their global positioning, develop competitive investment narratives, and connect international investors with high-impact opportunities that drive sustainable economic growth and local value addition.
Prior to joining ResearchFDI, Nisan held leadership positions across international organizations, development-focused institutions, and global media platforms, including roles with the Financial Times Group, Wavteq and United Nations agencies. She has also contributed regularly to international media outlets including CNBC and BBC on topics related to investment, development, and emerging markets.
“We are thrilled to welcome Nisan to the ResearchFDI team,” said Bruce Takefman. “Her exceptional international experience, strategic insight, and deep understanding of investment promotion across Africa and the Middle East will be invaluable as we continue expanding our support for clients in these dynamic and evolving markets.”
In her new role, Nisan will lead ResearchFDI’s initiatives including lead generation, strategic consulting and capacity building across Africa and the Middle East, supporting investment promotion agencies, and governments in strengthening their competitiveness and attracting transformative foreign direct investment.
“Over the last decade, I have had the privilege of working alongside governments and institutions across the continent from renewable energy projects in Ethiopia to supporting countries in identifying and advancing strategic sector priorities including infrastructure, agriculture, housing, and industrial development,” said Nisan Abdulkader. “What has remained constant throughout this journey is the extraordinary potential Africa holds for value addition, innovation, and long-term economic transformation. I am excited to join ResearchFDI at a time when the continent is increasingly shaping global growth conversations, and I look forward to being part of the work that helps unlock new investment partnerships and opportunities across the region.”
Nisan holds degrees from McGill University and Harvard University, is fluent in six languages, and has received numerous international recognitions for her leadership and impact in investment promotion and economic development. This culmination of educational and real-world experience we will be an asset to our existing and growing client base in the region.
