Ravi Ochani
Founder and Managing Director
Mr. Ochani has over 18 years of Corporate Banking and Risk Management experience both in United Arab Emirates and Pakistan. He has advised a number of high-profile clients across a broad spectrum of industries including construction, real estate, manufacturing, Services, healthcare, retail, technology and diversified family conglomerates.
With more than 15 years of transaction experience, Mr Ochani possesses extensive knowledge of the UAE market and has provided clients with guidance on debt financing, mergers and acquisitions, debt restructuring, and syndicated transactions.
Before establishing Encore Consultancy, Mr. Ochani managed a portfolio of corporate clients for multiple banks in the UAE. He also served in senior positions within various banks where he was responsible for managing SMEs, mid-corporate, and large corporate clients. Mr. Ochani holds both an MBA with a specialization in Banking & Finance, as well as a Bachelor of Computer Science.
Pankaj Singh
Investment Executive And Strategic Advisor
Pankaj Singh is an investment executive and strategic advisor with over 25 years of experience deploying and stewarding capital across real assets and operating businesses globally. His experience spans hospitality, real estate, automotive, energy, mining, and other diversified sectors, with a consistent focus on value creation, risk management, and disciplined capital allocation.
He has advised on and managed investments exceeding US$5 billion in aggregate value across direct investments, platform builds, and strategic transactions. He works with institutional stakeholders, boards, and senior management teams on strategy, execution oversight, and performance enhancement. His experience includes capital raising, investor relations, liquidity management, M&A, and due diligence, as well as guiding businesses through operational ramp-up, repositioning, and IPO readiness.
He is recognized for a rigorous investor approach grounded in governance, financial discipline, and structured execution. He has a strong track record in scaling investment platforms and repositioning assets toward profitability and strategic exit, and in establishing fit-for-purpose governance, financial controls, and operating frameworks across complex, multi-asset portfolios.
Pankaj is the Founder of Southgate Investments, an independent advisory and investment platform focused on select mandates and strategic capital partnerships. He works with institutional investors, family offices, and strategic stakeholders on high-value opportunities where governance, alignment, and disciplined execution drive long-term value.
Pankaj Singh
Investment Executive And Strategic Advisor
Pankaj Singh is an investment executive and strategic advisor with over 25 years of experience deploying and stewarding capital across real assets and operating businesses globally. His experience spans hospitality, real estate, automotive, energy, mining, and other diversified sectors, with a consistent focus on value creation, risk management, and disciplined capital allocation.
He has advised on and managed investments exceeding US$5 billion in aggregate value across direct investments, platform builds, and strategic transactions. He works with institutional stakeholders, boards, and senior management teams on strategy, execution oversight, and performance enhancement. His experience includes capital raising, investor relations, liquidity management, M&A, and due diligence, as well as guiding businesses through operational ramp-up, repositioning, and IPO readiness.
He is recognized for a rigorous investor approach grounded in governance, financial discipline, and structured execution. He has a strong track record in scaling investment platforms and repositioning assets toward profitability and strategic exit, and in establishing fit-for-purpose governance, financial controls, and operating frameworks across complex, multi-asset portfolios.
Pankaj is the Founder of Southgate Investments, an independent advisory and investment platform focused on select mandates and strategic capital partnerships. He works with institutional investors, family offices, and strategic stakeholders on high-value opportunities where governance, alignment, and disciplined execution drive long-term value.