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Sir Malachi Halliday
Sir Malachi Halliday is the CEO and Founder of HFS, dedicated to funding over 2,000 MSMEs and startups in the UAE. With a decade of experience living, working, and investing in Dubai, he specializes in financing structuring and alternative funding solutions for MSMEs and startups. Recognized for his expertise, Sir Malachi is frequently sought after for mentorship and advisory roles by accelerators, judges government and private startup competitions, and speaks on financial inclusion and capital access for MSMEs. Knighted for his family's commitment to community service, he promotes sustainable finance tailored to small business challenges. His notable awards include the Knight of the Archconfraternity of the Parte Guelfa, TechKogo’s “Tech for Good” award, the Rotary “Significant Service Award” for 2022-2023, and recognition from the Institute Financial Accountants in November 2023 for his support of MSMEs. In his prior business endeavors, Sir Malachi has been deeply involved in investments, client management, service delivery, and capital raising, with clients worldwide from Sydney to San Juan. His role in THG’s Asset Advisory business in Florida, which managed approximately $2 billion in assets, provided him with valuable insights into risk management, investment allocation, and structuring. Malachi is also committed to social impact, serving as a Director of Rotary Cosmopolitan and participating in record-breaking charitable activities. He has delivered keynote addresses, moderated panels, judged startup competitions, and taught at numerous prestigious events and institutions both government and industry.