Our Leadership Team
Meet the experienced professionals who guide Midan Financial's strategic vision and ensure our continued success in serving clients across the globe.
Executive Leadership
Our leadership team combines decades of international banking experience with deep expertise in their respective fields.
Ahmed Al-Mansouri
Chief Executive Officer
Ahmed brings over 25 years of international banking experience, having previously served as Regional Director at Emirates NBD and Senior Vice President at HSBC Middle East. He holds an MBA from London Business School and is a certified CFA charterholder.
Experience
25+ years
Education
MBA, London Business School
Sarah Johnson
Chief Financial Officer
Sarah is a seasoned financial executive with expertise in international banking operations and regulatory compliance. She previously held senior positions at Standard Chartered and Citibank, specializing in emerging markets finance.
Experience
20+ years
Education
CPA, MSc Finance
Dr. Rashid Al-Zaabi
Chief Risk Officer
Dr. Al-Zaabi is an expert in risk management and regulatory compliance with extensive experience in the GCC banking sector. He holds a PhD in Financial Economics and has published numerous papers on banking risk management.
Experience
18+ years
Education
PhD Financial Economics
Maria Rodriguez
Head of Private Banking
Maria leads our private banking division with a focus on wealth management and offshore banking services. She has extensive experience serving high-net-worth clients across Europe and the Middle East.
Experience
15+ years
Education
MBA, INSEAD
James Chen
Head of Digital Banking
James spearheads our digital transformation initiatives and online banking platforms. He brings deep expertise in fintech innovation and has led digital banking projects across Asia and the Middle East.
Experience
12+ years
Education
MS Computer Science
Fatima Al-Hashemi
Head of Compliance
Fatima ensures our operations meet the highest standards of regulatory compliance across all jurisdictions. She is an expert in AML, KYC, and international banking regulations.
Experience
16+ years
Education
LLM Banking Law
Board of Directors
Our board provides strategic oversight and governance to ensure sustainable growth and stakeholder value.
H.E. Mohammed Al-Suwaidi
Chairman
Former Central Bank Governor
Dr. Elizabeth Thompson
Independent Director
Banking Regulation Expert
Khalid Al-Mansoori
Non-Executive Director
Investment Banking Veteran
Prof. David Williams
Independent Director
Risk Management Specialist
Leadership Philosophy
Our leadership team is committed to fostering a culture of excellence, integrity, and innovation. We believe in empowering our employees, serving our clients with distinction, and contributing positively to the communities where we operate.