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From a centuries-old family legacy to a cutting-edge digital platform — Goldady redefines gold investment

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Left to Right : Family Photo of Yacoub I Kourouian, Karkour Kourouian at family is 1st store in Alexandria, Yacoub II enters family trade
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Yacoub II buys Joseph & Alfred Youssoufian, Appointed Jeweler to His Majesty King Farouk I of Egypt in 1969
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Youthful Rafy gets initiated into the family business
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A Royal Decree bestowing upon Youssouf A. Youssoufian, a fine jeweler from Alexandria, the Title of Supplier to the Court of His Majesty King Farouk I
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Rafy leads transformation of bullion gold business onto a digital platform
  1. 1800s

    Trading bullion in Asia Minor

  2. Early 1900s

    The trade moves to Egypt

  3. 1969

    Acquires Youssoufian, jeweler to the court of King Farouk I

  4. Today

    The same bullion, bought and sold online

Rafy Kourouian, co-founder and managing director of Goldady, carries a family legacy in gold trading that stretches back to the 1800s. From supplying royalty to building a trusted name in the gold industry, the Kourouian family has mastered the trade for generations. Now, Rafy is blending that rich tradition with cutting-edge technology to create Goldady — a modern, digital platform that brings the tradition of gold investment into the digital age and makes it more accessible than ever. With Goldady, you’re investing in a legacy built on trust and innovation.

Meet the Founding Team

Rafy Kourouian

Rafy Kourouian

Co-Founder, CEO

Rafy brings over two decades of leadership in finance, data-driven markets, and consultancy to Goldady. As former MENA CEO of ISI Emerging Markets, a division of Euromoney Institutional Investor, and founder of Eastern Oracle Consultancy, Rafy developed a vast regional network and deep expertise in Middle Eastern economics. With years of experience navigating global financial markets, Rafy has built an extensive network and deep insight into the region’s financial landscape. His vision for Goldady stems from a passion for making gold investment secure, accessible, and efficient.

Antonio Monteiro

Antonio Monteiro

Co-Founder, CTO

Antonio is a visionary IT executive with a focus on driving growth and innovation in high-performing companies. With leadership roles at renowned companies like Thomson Reuters, Euromoney Institutional Investor, and R.R. Donnelley, Antonio has consistently delivered high-performance IT solutions. His expertise in product innovation and business strategy ensures that Goldady remains a secure, cutting-edge platform for investors.

A.J. Mekky

A.J. Mekky

Co-Founder, CDO

Ahmed J Mekky, also known as AJ, is an award-winning design strategist with over 18 years of experience helping businesses grow through strategic design and exceptional brand experiences. His expertise spans graphic, brand, and UI/UX design, having worked with global giants like Bayer, Microsoft, and Visa. AJ’s passion for creating impactful designs plays a pivotal role in shaping Goldady’s user-friendly and engaging platform, ensuring a seamless experience for gold investors.

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