We work across AI and quantum technology, US and European technology partnerships, water technology, real estate, trade finance, and business development. Our approach combines international experience, trusted relationships and long-term partnerships.
About us
Ariana Capital Global Ltd is a London-based business development and advisory firm. We connect businesses, families and institutions across the United States, Europe, the Middle East and India.
Leadership
Baktash Parsa
Chief Executive Officer
Baktash Parsa leads Ariana Capital Global Ltd, bringing more than 20 years of experience across private banking, trade finance and project finance. His work has spanned North Africa, the Middle East and Asia, supporting entrepreneurs, families and high-net-worth clients with complex international financing needs.
His professional background includes roles at Credit Suisse and HSBC Private Bank. He has worked on cross-border financing, commercial lending and banking relationships, with particular experience in the energy and commodities sectors. His approach combines financial forecasting, strategic planning and relationship building.
At Ariana Capital, he leads the firm’s business development and advisory work across the United States, Europe, the Middle East and India. His current focus is bringing families, institutions and technology leaders together around AI, quantum technology, water security, real estate and trade.
He places trust, carefully selected partners and long-term relationships at the centre of his work.
Areas of experience
- Cross-border trade and project finance
- Strategic planning and commercial partnerships
- International client and banking relationships
Mayuri Nandkumar Mene
Head of Operations
e-mail: mm@arianacapital.co.uk
Armed with a Master’s in International Business, Mayuri is a curious thinker and strategic doer who excels at solving complex business challenges through data-driven insights and creative execution. Drawing on experience in consulting, digital strategy, and sustainability, she has partnered across industries to help teams grow smarter, move faster, and lead with purpose. Known for adaptability, collaboration, and a strong focus on impact, she brings energy, structure, and a relentless commitment to delivering meaningful results.
Mehrdad Aghamiri
Director – Hospitality & Restaurant Development
e-mail: ma@arianacapital.co.uk
With over 20 years of experience in luxury cafés and the chocolate industry, Mehrdad leads the firm’s hospitality sector. He founded a chain of six high-end cafés across the Middle East, including locations in Dubai, Kuwait, and Qatar, and spent five years working and training alongside leading Italian and French chefs.
Salim Salehi
Director of art
e-mail: ss@arianacapital.co.uk
As Art Specialist & Advisor at Ariana Capital Global Ltd, Salim brings specialist artistic knowledge to the firm’s engagement with the art and collectibles sector. He provides professional insight into artworks, artists and collections, supporting the assessment of artistic merit, provenance, market positioning and long-term significance. His role also contributes to Ariana Capital Global Ltd’s relationships with artists, collectors, galleries and other participants within the international art market, helping identify distinctive works and opportunities across established and emerging artistic markets.
