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Franklin Templeton names new regional head

His existing responsibilities as head of the firm’s growing Islamic Business, which has close to $1.8 billion under management in Shariah-compliant strategies.

Gulf Bank names new GM for corporate banking

His deep financial knowledge is combined with a strong record in building and maintaining client relationships.

New MEIRA Qatar Chapter head named

He will continue collaborating with the association to enhance the IR activities in the Mena region.

Middle East Investor Relations Association appoints new Qatar Chapter head

The Middle East Investor Relations Association has appointed a Chief Executive Officer at Amwal, as its new Qatar Chapter Head.

UAE banks NBAD, FGB appoint second-tier management ahead of merger

The combined bank is set to be one of the largest in the Middle East and Africa with assets of around $175bn

Ooredoo Oman appoints new chief financial officer

He will also be responsible for developing strategies for sustainable value creation and also risk management in relation to setting and achieving organisational objectives.

Raed AlHaqhaq confirmed as deputy CEO for Burgan Bank

Al-Haqhaq began his career at the Kuwait Investment Authority and then moved to the International Investment Group.

HSBC Bank Oman names new chairman; to pay 5 per cent dividend

I have a great deal of warmth and affection.

Abu Dhabi lender Al Hilal Bank’s CEO steps down

It was reported that there were talks about a merger of Al Hilal Bank with Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank.

Al Mal Capital names top Mena executives

These cover conventional debt / Islamic finance advisory, M&A, JVs, divestments and private equity in Middle East / South Asia.

Waleed Mandani appointed KFH Group Chief Retail and Private Banking Officer

He holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration from the University of Arizona in 1992.

KWM Europe and Middle East real estate chief takes Paris team to Paul Hastings

His practice focus on acquisitions and sales of assets, portfolios, financing, and formation of real estate funds.

MUFG hires two PWC executives to EMEA investment banking team

The duo join from PWC and will report to Nick Atkinson, head of MUFG Leveraged Finance and Strategic Advisory EMEA team.

Warba Bank names Clements chief Retail Banking Officer

He will work toward enhancing customer experience and developing new and personalized products and services for our customers

DSSA names Pietrek as head of Wealth Management KSA

Pietrek has been with Deutsche Bank for over 14 years

BBK announces the appointment of Retail Banking AGM

Dr. Adel Salem has an extensive experience spanning over 30 years in Banking and Telecoms Industry.

China: Graham Elliot is Robeco’s head of APAC & Middle East Distribution

He will join Chief Investment Officer Arnout van Rijn and Chief Operation Officer Jorg Sunderman in the new role

Global Investment House appoints new Chairman

The board has nominated Abdul wahab Al-Halabi, board member, to act as Chief Executive Officer after obtaining regulatory approvals.

Naeem joins Nasdaq Dubai equity futures

Naeem Shares & Bonds was established in the UAE in 2005 and has attracted a clientele of leading investors in regional and international securities.

SimCorp Appoints New Managing Director of UK, Ireland, and Middle East

A leading provider of investment management solutions appoints new managing director

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