Testimonials
Youssef Fawaz, PhD, Executive Director
Al Majmoua (Microfinancing, Lebanon & MENA)
We were amazed by the grasp and acumen of Constantin. His understanding of our business, challenges and opportunities, by someone totally new to our sector, was truly impressive.
Beyond technical knowledge, what truly sets Constantin and Lama apart is their profound dedication to our vision and mission. Their passion and belief in what we do has not only made us feel as if they have always been part of our institution, but it has also been a major force behind our renewed efforts to expand our outreach and increase our impact
Elikem Tamaklo, MD, CEO
Nyaho Medical Group Health Care provider(Medical, Ghana)
It is often said that leadership is a lonely journey. However, this hasn’t been so for me. Constantin has been with me every step of the way and has left an indelible mark on my life as an advisor, coach, and a friend. From our first engagement, his passion for people was endearing. I found myself wondering how he had so much energy to give to so many people across multiple industries and businesses. His expertise was evident but more importantly, his interest in my life, allowed for a trusting relationship to be built. He has challenged my thinking, encouraged me to persevere in the challenging times, and has supported me unwaveringly. He is genuine and kind, and I am honored to have him on my leadership journey
Tana Haidar, Project Manager
LIFE Lebanon
CSTouch Advisors has been invaluable in the Diaspora for Lebanon project, supported by LIFE and the DROSOS FOUNDATION. Their expert financial advisory, investment strategies, and growth planning have empowered MSMEs to thrive, especially during one-to-one coaching sessions and group workshops delivered to the MSMEs. What sets them apart is their hands-on approach and rigorous follow-up, treating each MSME as their own. Their dedication and expertise have made a real impact, and we highly recommend them for their outstanding support to businesses.
Yusr Sabra, CEO
Wakilni (Logistics, Lebanon & Jordan)
Constantin and Lama have been instrumental in our growth and funding journey. What sets them apart is their exceptional straightforwardness, promptness, focus, and action-oriented support. Their ability to communicate with utmost clarity has provided us with invaluable insights and guidance. More importantly, they don't just offer advice and guidance; they roll up their sleeves and actively support us in implementing necessary changes and improvements
Nadine Khoury, CEO
Robinson Agri (Agritech, Lebanon & Africa)
We had the privilege of working with Constantin and his team since 2018. His expertise, guidance, and unwavering commitment to our growth and development have truly made a significant impact on Robinson Agri. Constantin’s profound understanding of business dynamics and his ability to identify areas of improvement have been instrumental in our journey towards success. Constantin, you are an exceptional professional, and a very dear friend. We are immensely grateful for the opportunity to work with you
Christiane Maskineh, Founder and Managing Director
CCHO (Healthcare consulting, Lebanon & GCC)
Constantin has been a source of inspiration, guidance, and support throughout my entrepreneurial journey. His expertise in the financial realm is unparalleled. Time and again, he demonstrated an astute understanding of market trends and made strategic investment recommendations that yielded remarkable results for my company
Diane Fadel, Founder
Fondation Diane (NGO, Lebanon)
Since the first time I met Constantin, I met a positive energy! So positive that it makes the whole world follow you. Your endurance and drive to make things progress in a country that is dying from all sides is admirable. You are always helpful in finding solutions and you ensure that every person from those surrounding you can benefit along the journey
Pascal DEPERROIS, CFO
Amadeus Company (IT Solutions, France)
Eric’s contribution has been key to align our executives not only on the strategy but also on the roadmap to reach our objectives and get their traction for the transformation. Eric demonstrated unique leadership and ownership beyond expectations
Aline Kamakian, Founder & CEO
IRMA /Mayrig (Food & Restaurants, Lebanon, MENA & US)
The level of professionalism and guidance that Constantin and Lama have demonstrated are impeccable. They have been here for us and helped us scale up our businesses but most importantly, our minds
John Fawaz, CEO
Debbane Agri Holding (Agri, MENA)
I want to express my sincere gratitude to Constantin Salameh for his outstanding support and coaching. His inputs and guidance have been instrumental in building our team capacity, growth and success.
Constantin’s experienced coaching has been invaluable in developing me and our leadership team. His guidance and mentorship have enhanced our strategic thinking and decision-making abilities, enabling us to navigate challenges and drive our company forward
Marc Aoun, CEO
CompostBaladi (Waste Management,Lebanon& Jordan)
I am thrilled to share my experience working closely with Constantin, Eric and the team for over four years. They have been invaluable partners and guides throughout our entrepreneurial journey, supporting us from the early stages of acceleration all the way to scaling our company. One of the most remarkable aspects is the priceless support they provided us on investment readiness. They assisted us in every step of the process, including financial modeling, valuation, due diligence, developing the data room. Their expertise and guidance helped us navigate the complex landscape of investment options and negotiate with investors
Sami Beydoun, Managing Director
Berytech Fund I (VC, Lebanon)
Constantin Salameh accompanied our portfolio companies at Berytech fund from cradle to maturity. Being on our investment committee, his input in selecting the right investments was invaluable given his deep knowledge and expertise in corporate finance. The journey continued in mentoring and advising the companies toward achieving their growth target
Ade Popoola, Group Managing Director
Reals Group (Pharma, Nigeria)
Through your profound understanding of business and finance you identified and addressed the critical issues that were jeopardizing our company's stability. Through your guidance and expertise, you successfully rectified the various challenges we were facing, placing our business on a path toward enhanced profitability and sustainability
Imane Assaf, Founder and Managing Director
Ahla Fawda Team (NGO, Lebanon)
Your input has been instrumental in developing a comprehensive restructuring plan, updating our board of directors, working on a board of trustees, and conducting a thorough review of our NGO's mission and objectives. This process has empowered us to make well-informed decisions, enhanced our learning experience, and shed light on our organization's strengths and weaknesses
Veeral Patel, CEO
Bio-Corn (Bio-energy, Kenya)
Constantin has been working with our Group for over 4 years as a board advisor as we strive towards becoming a more corporate outfit transitioning from a family business setup. Over this period, he has become more than just a board advisor. I consider him a mentor and a friend
Fouad Zmokhol, PhD, Dean
Business School at Université Saint Joseph (University, Lebanon)
Quel plaisir de vous entendre et avoir les détails de votre cours si dynamique, passionné et encourageant. Je vous félicite et vous remercie du fond du cœur. Nous sommes honorés de vous avoir avec nous au sein de la grande famille de la FGM. Merci pour toute cette passion!
Olivier Mugabonake, Founder and CEO
AD Finance (IT, Rwanda & Africa)
The real value-added from Stanford Seed program came from Constantin as we started together the process of implementing the transformation plan of my company. I saw concretely how the theory taught by Stanford faculty could be put into practice in a social enterprise and transform the lives of hundreds of thousands of rural people in East and West Africa
Ahmed Al-Sabry, Founder and CEO
Green Eagle Tech (Agritech, Egypt, MENA & GCC)
We benefited a lot from Constantin and the team’s dedication in helping us develop our transformation plan, financial model, pitch deck and expansion plans. We are looking forward to continuing the execution of our transformation journey with CSTouch and accelerate our financial value creation and ESG impact in Egypt and across the region
Hamisi Mikate, Founder and CEO
Ensol (Renewable energy, Tanzania)
We are lucky and privileged to shape this transformation journey with Constantin through the introduction of a sound corporate governance foundation, the development of new SOPs, the building of a high-performing team and the launch of innovative products and services
Sheetal Dave, CEO
Executive Healthcare Services (Insurance, East & West Africa)
We had the pleasure of working closely with Constantin as our board advisor, who consistently demonstrates exceptional corporate governance skills. His deep understanding of business dynamics and entrepreneurial mindset has been invaluable in guiding our company towards success. Moreover, his mentorship has been instrumental in nurturing our team's growth and development
Samuel Appenteng, CEO
Joissam Limited (Watertech, Ghana & West Africa)
We consider ourselves fortunate to have met Constantin Salameh in 2015 for our transformation journey under the Stanford Seed program. He has since become not only an advisor and active board member but also an investor in our company
Sabah Corm, CEO
Rigino (Food safety, Lebanon & GCC)
I cannot express enough gratitude to Constantin for his exceptional contributions. His thought-provoking questions regarding finance, marketing, sales, and growth allowed us to adjust and adapt our plans for future success. Above all, his unwavering commitment to social entrepreneurship and sustainability is truly remarkable. He brings a fresh perspective to any business in the modern world, emphasizing the importance of social impact
