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General Counsel, Shorooq Partners
Tarek Bilani is a leading legal and investment expert operating at the intersection of finance, technology, and the creative industries in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region with a strong passion for the electronic music industry.
He serves as the General Counsel at Shorooq Partners Ltd, a prominent investment firm dedicated to backing technology category leaders across the MENA region , and the Founder of Leno, a new law firm specifically tailored to meet the needs of the innovation economy and creative industries. Through these dual roles, he aims to provide specialized counsel on emerging legal challenges related to digital assets, IP monetization, and cross-border transactions, which are critical for artists, labels, and platforms in the music ecosystem.
With deep experience guiding venture capital and emerging companies in the MENA regulatory environment, Tarek brings a critical perspective on how investment, policy, and legal strategy can unlock the true value of intellectual property and accelerate the growth of the region's vibrant electronic music sector.