Rob Alhadeff

Robert Alhadeff is the CEO and Co-Founder of The Jackfruit Network, a finance network supporting education through lending and investment.

In the past year, Jackfruit Finance has scaled to over 671 schools, impacting more than 198,228 students and training 7,957 teachers, with a $4.2M gross loan portfolio (GLP). The company entered Uganda via a FINCA partnership (loans expected Q3 2025) and secured $120K in revenue with seven network partners. Key advancements include the launch of Jackfruit Hub and AI-driven credit models using over 350 data points per school.

Previously, Rob managed PayGo Solar’s international expansion, consulted for The Shelo Foundation and EcoBrix in East Africa, and led credit risk teams in London. He holds a B.A. from Durham University and has served as a Reserve Army Soldier.