Driven by Vision, Grounded in Values
Our Story
Edge Group was founded with a bold vision: to identify, invest in, and nurture ventures poised to excel in rapidly evolving global markets. We are a robust holding company spanning real estate, financial services, commodities, technology, and beyond. This balanced and diversified model empowers us to manage risk effectively, capitalize on emerging opportunities, and deliver consistent value to our stakeholders.
Our Approach
Strategic Diversification
Our holdings reflect a wide range of sectors, which helps us mitigate market volatility. Each new investment undergoes rigorous screening to ensure it aligns with our broader vision and complements the existing portfolio.
Active Stewardship
We don’t simply allocate capital—we partner with each subsidiary or operating company, offering expert guidance on financial structuring, market expansion, and governance. This collaborative approach accelerates growth while maintaining sound operational practices.
Global Collaboration
With affiliations and offices in major financial centers across North America, MENA, Europe, and Asia, Edge Group is positioned to pursue opportunities worldwide. Our international reach and cross-border partnerships enable us to stay ahead of emerging trends and facilitate strategic business alliances.
Our Team
Aviral Rai
Senior Managing Partner
With over 25 years in financial services on Wall Street and strategic consulting, he has a proven track record in strategy, M&A, execution, and risk & regulatory programs. He held senior leadership roles at EY and PwC, led capital markets strategy, and served as a Senior Managing Director at Bear Stearns overseeing corporate strategy and M&A. His expertise spans business transformation, regulatory execution, and global markets across the U.S., Europe, Latin America, the Middle East, Asia Pacific, and West Africa.
Scott Webster
Senior Vice President, Banking & Compliance
With over 25 years in banking, corporate, and investment finance, he has a proven track record of building high-performing teams, managing multi-billion-dollar portfolios, and driving strategic growth in TMT and other sectors. He held senior leadership roles as Global Head of Media & Entertainment Finance at RBS and established corporate and investment banking practices at Fifth Third Bank and Huntington National Bank. His expertise spans portfolio management, risk assessment, and cross-border financing, with experience at top institutions like PNC, MeesPierson, and GE Capital, as well as founding STW Financial Advisors in 2020.
Abdul Naser Ashour
Vice President, Business Growth and Development (MENA)
With extensive experience in corporate, commercial, and business law, he has a proven track record in negotiating high-value contracts, resolving complex disputes, and ensuring regulatory compliance in the MENA region. He held key leadership roles as a Senior Legal Advisor, managing litigation strategies, intellectual property, and licensing, later advising clients in finance, commerce, and energy on contract negotiation and cross-border transactions. Fluent in Arabic and proficient in English, he specializes in risk mitigation, corporate strategy, and regulatory frameworks, facilitating multimillion-dollar agreements across global markets.
Our Values
Integrity
We conduct all business with honesty, fairness, and respect for our stakeholders, ensuring transparency and accountability in every transaction.
Excellence
Our leadership team brings decades of collective experience in commodities, finance, real estate, and technology—ensuring each investment benefits from best-in-class insights and execution.
Impact
Beyond financial returns, we measure success by the positive influence we have on communities, markets, and the environment.
Edge Group remains committed to fostering sustainable, long-term growth through disciplined investments, global collaboration, and expert oversight. As we continue to expand our reach and refine our portfolio, our unwavering focus on ethics, responsibility, and innovation will guide us—and the businesses we support—to new heights of success.