Mohamed Nanabhay

Managing Partner

2022

Mozilla Ventures is a first-of-its-kind impact venture fund that invests in startups pushing the internet — and the tech industry — in a better direction. The fund supports early-stage startups whose products or technologies advance one or more values in the Mozilla Manifesto, like privacy, inclusion, transparency, accessibility, and human dignity. Its long-term strategy: To fuel an ecosystem of products and technology that respect users and that make the internet a healthier place.

Senior Advisor and Investment Committee Member

2022

Deputy Chief Executive Officer

2015 - 2021

Media Development Investment Fund (MDIF) invests in independent media around the world providing the news, information and debate that people need to build free, thriving societies. With investments in 92 media companies in 32 countries since its launch in 1995, MDIF has provided more than $128 million in financing - critical to the growth of many of the developing world’s preeminent newspapers, radio stations, TV stations and online news media. More than 42 million people in the developing world get their news from MDIF clients.

Acting Chief Investment Officer

2020 - 2020

Board Member

2013 - 2015

Media Development Investment Fund (previously Media Development Loan Fund - MDLF) is a mission-driven investment fund providing low-cost financing to independent news media in countries with a history of media oppression. With investments in 92 media companies in 32 countries since its launch in 1995, MDIF has provided more than $128 million in financing - including over $113 million in debt and equity investments - critical to the growth of many of the developing world’s preeminent newspapers, radio stations, TV stations and online news media. More than 42 million people in the developing world get their news from MDIF clients.

Angel Investor

2009

Investments in Skift.com, Dawaai.pk, Own the Room (LifeHikes), littleBits, Electronic Objects, Circa, Ping.fm (acquired by Seesmic), StoryPlanet and indirect investments through NeotenyLabs in FormLabs, Path, SeatMe (acquired by Yelp) and ViKi (acquired by Rakuten).

Board Member

2017 - 2022

Our mission is to ensure the Internet is a global public resource, open and accessible to all. An Internet that truly puts people first, where individuals can shape their own experience and are empowered, safe and independent.

Member - Global Agenda Council on Social Media

2011 - 2016

Previously served as a Member of the Global Agenda Council on Informed Societies. Currently sits on the Global Agenda Council on Social Media.

Co-founder

2012 - 2013

The Signalnoi.se dashboard provides actionable intelligence to publishers and editors who want to optimise their editorial decision-making. By tracking social engagement with the news we provide real-time insight into what stories are resonating with audiences – both on your website and across the web.

Head of Online

2009 - 2012

Led the Al Jazeera English team that produced the award winning coverage of the Arab revolutions in 2011. During my tenure, the website saw a colossal increase in traffic, won the Online News Association award for breaking news and was recognised for general excellence in online journalism. We were also called the "the most important news site in the world" by Chartbeat.

Head of New Media

2004 - 2009

Responsible for establishing the New Media function within the Network; developing and implementing a “new media” strategy that encompasses internet and mobile applications. This includes assessing new technologies; developing partnerships to position the Al Jazeera Network to take advantage of new technologies and content distribution platforms; enhancing news coverage and commentary through “social software”, online communities and participatory journalism; and recruiting a team to execute this strategy

Founder

2005 - 2012

Founded in 2005, QatarLiving.com is the largest online community, classifieds and listings site for Qatar.

Consultant

2002 - 2004

Provided information security, risk management and business process engineering consulting to companies in the financial, energy and natural resources sectors.

Co-Founder

1998 - 2001

Co-founded Silver Dragon Digital Creations, a web development and design studio that built applications for small to medium companies.