Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Moez Kassam is a hedge fund manager, philanthropist, and community leader. He is the Co-founder, Chairman, and Chief Investment Officer of Anson Funds, a Toronto-based multi-strategy fund with over USD $2 billion in assets. Anson Funds consistently delivers superior, risk-adjusted returns for its investors, solidifying its reputation as a leader in the alternative investment space. The firm's success has drawn the attention of leading financial publications like The Financial Times, Reuters, BarclayHedge, Barron's and Bloomberg. Driven by a belief in the power of strategic investment to unlock human potential, Moez, alongside his wife Marissa, co-founded the Moez & Marissa Kassam Equity Fund. This philanthropic fund invests in charitable organizations breaking barriers and building bridges to a more equitable future. Focus areas include food security, advanced healthcare, affordable housing, education, and inclusive sports programs. Recent investments include SickKids, aimed at accelerating advancements in pediatric critical care, and Toronto Metropolitan University’s new medical school, dedicated to cultivating the next generation of medical innovators. Moez's commitment to the Toronto community is deeply rooted. He serves on the boards of the Toronto Public Library Foundation and the Canadian Olympic Foundation, contributing strategic vision and leadership to these vital institutions. His dedication to local healthcare is exemplified by significant contributions to Michael Garron Hospital, where the Moez & Marissa Kassam Food Court serves as a key community resource. His leadership is recognized through numerous accolades; he was named one of Canada's Top 40 Under 40 in 2018 and one of Toronto's most influential figures by Toronto Life magazine in 2023 and 2024. He is an active member of the Young Presidents Organization (YPO). He holds an Honorary Doctor of Laws from Toronto Metropolitan University, an MBA from London Business School, and a BA from Western University. Beyond his professional and philanthropic work, Moez is passionate about the culinary arts. He holds a position as the "Chief Food Officer” of the esteemed international dining club Dîner en Blanc and serves as a judge for Canada’s 100 Best Restaurants. Moez's multifaceted contributions, spanning finance, philanthropy, and community leadership, are driven by a deep-seated desire to leave a lasting positive legacy. As a father of four, he is committed to cultivating a more equitable and prosperous future, not just for his own children, but for generations to come.
Anson Investments Master Fund LP (AIMF) is a long-short hedge fund. Our objective is to generate superior returns with low volatility and approximately market-neutral positioning through three core strategies: Classic Shorts, Value Longs, and Opportunistic Investments. At Anson Funds, Moez presides over $1.5 billion in assets with exceptional results, regularly earning him a spot among the globe’s top performers by both Bloomberg and Barron’s magazines. Based on annualized returns from 2018 to 2020, Anson ranked among the Top 10 Hedge Funds by Barclay Managed Fund.
As a believer in Moringa Media and its mission, Moez has become an indispensable member of our leadership team, leveraging his network to help open doors and his innate business acumen to shape our organization’s unique brand. Moez is involved in all projects within Moringa Media’s film and television production department, lending an important link between the world of business and art
40 Cities Worldwide and 16 U.S. Cities Host First International Viral Culinary Event From global phenomenon to highly sought-after “secret,” Dîner en Blanc is spreading over the world, taking over the most prestigious landmark public spaces. The très chic picnic, imported from Paris, is equal parts mystery tour, pop-up feast and je ne sais quoi.
Foodee is changing business lunch hour by bringing the city's best restaurants to corporate offices.
Kids Cook to Care Mission is to build a global community through hands on food creation opportunities that empower children to make a difference in their world.