Location: Dubai
Galina Chifina
CEO & Partner
Galina is the CEO of RTP Global and a Partner on the firm’s Asia investment team, based in Dubai. She focuses on early-stage tech companies in India and Southeast Asia, with expertise spanning agritech, consumer internet, food tech, and fintech.
Since joining RTP Global in 2007, Galina has played a pivotal role in expanding the firm’s global footprint. She spearheaded RTP’s entry into India in 2011, quickly establishing a reputation as a trusted investor in eCommerce, food, logistics, and health tech. Her leadership has driven investments in standout companies such as Cred, Delivery Hero, Rebel Foods, DeHaat, GoKwik, and Varaha. She also serves on the boards of Mobile Premier League (India’s largest eSports and mobile gaming platform), CoachHub, Urban Sports Club and DeHaat.
Originally from a small town in Kazakhstan, Galina developed an early passion for technology and its power to unite people from diverse backgrounds. Outside of work, she spends her time at the stables with her beloved horses.