Kshaf Khaliq

Kshaf is a dynamic professional, seasoned investor, entrepreneur, and business strategist with over a decade of experience in private equity, portfolio management, and scaling companies across sectors including QSR, lifestyle, financial services, healthcare, and social enterprises. She has built and expanded franchise brands in the UK and Europe, developed a successful real estate portfolio, and led growth in service-based businesses. As founder of Raya, a global platform advancing gender-balanced economic growth, she fosters professional communities, mentorship, and meaningful industry connections. She also leads a 300+ member investment network, driving initiatives that strengthen communities and accelerate gender equity in finance.