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BankDhofar's CEO Abdul Hakeem Al Ojaili Is the new Chairman of OBA

The announcement came following an online meeting held by Oman Banks Association's Board of Directors on June 29th, 2020

Pinsent Masons appoints new leader for Banking and Finance practice in Middle East

Matthew Escritt appointed as banking and finance partner

Jupiter expands Middle East team after Merian acquisition

He has been appointed Head of Middle East & Africa

Transguard Group further solidifies its position in finance, banking sectors with key appointment

He has vast experience in Global Asset Management and distribution for global market products across the GCC, MENA, Asia and global financial institutions.

QFB appoints new Acting CEO

The Board of Directors welcomed the appointment

Sheikh Khalid Al Khalili to lead Al Ahlia Insurance Co. SAOG as the new Chairman

Al Ahlia continues to leverage the power of its established contactless digital platforms to serve customers by empowering them to adhere to social distancing norms laid out by the Supreme Committee dealing with COVID19.

Maktoum bin Mohammed issues Decision appointing DFSA Board

The emirate’s diversified economy, flexible financial policies, openness to global markets and ability to meet the requirements of major financial institutions have been key drivers of Dubai’s growth as a global financial centre, he added.

Mashreq appoints Aimee Peters as group head of marketing and corporate communications.

Aimee will oversee brand and marketing activities across the Group focusing on all markets where Mashreq has its presence.

HSBC Bahrain names Christopher Russell as new CEO

Russell joins HSBC Bahrain from HSBC New Zealand where he has been CEO since January 2016

Bain & Company announces new partner promotions

45 individuals from 27 offices named to partnership in first half of 2020

Lockton Insurance Brokers UAE announces new appointments as it grows its UAE retail operation

Khatib brings deep rooted experience of the region to the role, from first working for Deloitte ME in its consultancy division and subsequently joining Lockton MENA in 2012 engaging on key partnerships relating to strategic expansion projects

Voya Investment Management Hires Tom Frost as Head of EMEA Insurance and Pension Solutions

Tom’s addition expands on this success – providing our clients with a proven partner with a demonstrated track record of innovation, client focus and a solutions mind set.

ODDO BHF AM appoints new Head of Sales

Reza Yazdi as Head of Sales Middle East

New board of directors appointed to run Lebanon’s ‘corrupt’ state power company

Prime Minister Hassan Diab promised the Lebanese people on Tuesday that they would see the results of government efforts to resolve the country’s financial chaos “in the coming weeks.”

EY appoints Ahmed Al-Esry as MENA Tax Leader

A strong tax function has become critical to the success of businesses today, especially with new laws and regulations being applied in the MENA region on a national, regional, and global level

APCO worldwide MENA creative practice takes full flight with appointment of Mohammad Kamal as new lead

Multi award-winning creative powerhouse Mohammad Kamal joins APCO Worldwide to head-up the MENA region's Creative Practice from Dubai

QFC appoints Abdulla Al Hajri as Chief Administrative Officer

With nearly 15 years of experience in project management, Al Hajri previously held different roles in reputable organisations, including the Private Engineering Office, Shell Qatar, Qatar Olympic Committee and many more.

Northern Trust Appointed by Azimut Limited to Deliver Asset Servicing and Portfolio Reporting Services

Northern Trust began servicing clients in the Middle East in 1987.

Gulf Air appoints Bahraini Senior Manager Cabin Crew

Mr. Abdulrauf has a long and rich experience in the aviation industry as he joined the national carrier back in 1978 as cabin crew and progressed to Safety and Survival School Instructor in his 20 years in Gulf Air

ADNOC hires Morgan Stanley veteran as CIO

Froehlich spent 16 years working at Morgan Stanley in Europe and the Middle East

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