Mohamed Gaafar
About Mohamed Gaafar
Mohamed Gaafar is an entrepreneur and the Co-Founder & CEO of GRYD, where he has worked since 2023. He has a background in civil engineering and has held various roles in infrastructure and climate ventures, demonstrating a strong interest in sustainable energy and housing.
Work at Antler
Mohamed Gaafar serves as an Entrepreneur at Antler, a global startup generator and early-stage venture capital firm. He has been in this role since 2023, contributing to the development of innovative business ideas and supporting emerging entrepreneurs. His work focuses on identifying market opportunities and fostering startup growth within the London ecosystem.
Current Role at GRYD
Since 2023, Mohamed Gaafar has held the position of Co-Founder and CEO at GRYD, a company based in London, England. In this hybrid role, he leads strategic initiatives and oversees operations, aiming to drive the company's vision and objectives. His leadership is pivotal in shaping the direction of GRYD within its industry.
Previous Experience at ZINC
Before his current roles, Mohamed Gaafar worked as Founder in Residence at ZINC, a climate venture builder, from 2022 to 2023. During his five-month tenure, he focused on developing sustainable business solutions aimed at addressing climate challenges. This position allowed him to leverage his entrepreneurial skills in the climate sector.
Educational Background
Mohamed Gaafar studied Civil Engineering at Imperial College London, where he earned a Master of Engineering (MEng) degree from 2011 to 2016. His education provided a strong foundation in engineering principles, which he has applied throughout his career in various engineering and entrepreneurial roles.
Professional Experience in Engineering
Mohamed Gaafar has extensive experience in engineering, particularly with BuroHappold Engineering, where he worked in various capacities from 2015 to 2022. His roles included Graduate Transport Consultant, Graduate Engineer, and Infrastructure Engineer. He has accumulated over six years of experience working on campus-sized infrastructure projects in the UK and internationally, focusing on the intersections of infrastructure, mobility, and environmental sustainability.