Leadership and growth, powered by five expert divisions:

At ecap, we believe the most valuable asset any organisation can acquire is its people – your Executive Capital, or “ecap.” 



With our global network, deep local market insight, and extensive track record, we excel in identifying, appointing, developing, and assessing the leaders who will create lasting value for your organisation.

We are committed to quality, integrity, and building trusted partnerships that last.

ecap executives

research-driven, SME-led executive search solution designed to provide organisations with a competitive edge by accessing world-class C-suite and senior executive talent. Leveraging deep market insights, this division identifies, attracts, and places high-calibre leaders across ecap’s core industries.

ecap align

strategic recruitment and talent acquisition pillar that ensures businesses attract and retain top-tier talent at all organisational levels. By embedding cultural and strategic alignment into the hiring process, ecap align helps organisations build teams that drive long-term success.

ecap ascend

leadership development, executive coaching, and assessment platform that delivers practical, results-driven solutions to enhance leadership effectiveness. ecap ascend equips executives and teams with the tools they need to excel in dynamic business environments.

ecap rewards

A specialist compensation, benefits, and rewards consulting practice that designs tailored remuneration strategies, including short and long-term incentives, equity programs, and bespoke benefits. This division ensures organisations create performance-driven reward structures to attract and retain top talent.

ecap ventures

We are a boutique advisory firm that provides trusted, independent advice that prioritises the goals of clients, specialising in investment, financial, strategic, and board advisory services. This division reflects our commitment to helping organisations navigate complex decisions to drive long-term value.

Meet the team behind the insight and impact.

John Curtis-Oliver

Managing Partner | executives, Middle East

Christopher Abreu

Founding Partner | Dubai

Daniel Murphy

Founding Partner | Middle East

Kelly Sutton

Chief of Staff | Middle East

Saurabh Das

Managing Partner | executives, Middle East

Maria Bravo

Senior Associate | executives, Middle East

Ellice Cross

Brand & Marketing Lead | Middle East

Karolina Jedras

Senior Client Partner | executives, Middle East

Joost Schellens

Founder - ecap ventures | Middle East

Puneet Paudel

Finance Lead | Middle East

Gareth El Mettouri

Senior Managing Partner | ecap ventures, Middle East

Shanai Porras

Senior Graphic Designer | Middle East

Samir Solanki

Partner in Charge | Middle East

Nick Harvey

Managing Partner | executives, Middle East

Cherry Salado

Administration Associate | Middle East

Ferry Minerva

Administration Associate | Middle East

Danica Furigay

Associate | Middle East

Aslı Atakulu

Senior Client Partner | executives, Middle East

Renee Tauro

Managing Partner | executives, Middle East

Laurence Fernee

Senior Consultant | ecap align, Middle East

Georgie Whitford

Head of Operations | Middle East

We’re not just about finding talent; 
we’re about building the foundation for your future success.

14%

GCC Nationals form 14% of our placed candidates (aggregated over lifecycle of company).

25%

25% of our placed leaders are female, diversity forms a core metric in our shortlisting process (aggregated over lifecycle of company).

75%

75% of the leaders placed are still in role 24 months from appointment.

Our Talent Formula

Empowering Your Growth with Smarter Talent Solutions

01 - RESEARCH

We dive deep to understand your needs, building a tailored plan that identifies the right talent to drive 
your success.

02 - ASSESSMENT

We ensure only the best candidates move forward by conducting thorough evaluations.

03 - RECOMMENDATIONS

Our curated shortlist saves you time and ensures 
only top-tier talent is presented.

04 - INTERVIEWS

We help you connect with candidates in a way 
that’s seamless and efficient.

05 - ONBOARDING

We don’t stop at hiring—we ensure new hires hit 
the ground running.