Bader Nasser Al-Kharafi joined Zain’s board of directors in 2011. He was appointed vice chairman in 2014 and became group CEO in 2017. As of March 2024, Zain Group has
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Mohamed Althawadi: Advancing the Standards of Legal Practice
As the Chief Executive Officer of the Gulf International Center, Mohamed Althawadi brings over fifteen years of legal and executive experience to Bahrain. His career reflects a sustained commitment to refining dispute resolution frameworks and supporting the professional growth of the Kingdom’s legal sector through leadership and institutional contribution.
Michael Wakileh: Pioneering Jordan’s Real‑Time Payments Landscape
When ProgressSoft was founded in 1989, Jordan’s banking system still relied on batch‑processed transactions. Michael Wakileh recognised that emerging demand for instant settlement required a new architectural approach, and he set out to build a home‑grown platform capable of real‑time payments, clearing and settlement across borders.
Walid AlSaleh: Cultivating Human Potential in Professional Leadership
Walid AlSaleh integrates two decades of commercial expertise in global animal health with a dedicated focus on human-centric leadership development. As the founder of Business Retina, he bridges the gap between technical strategy and the character-driven judgment required for sustainable organisational growth across the Arab world.
Saleh Alanazi: Leading the Evolution of Digital Financial Infrastructure
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Amr Abdel Halim: Precision and Mentorship in Large-Scale Infrastructure
With over 14 years at Hassan Allam Holding, Amr Abdel Halim combines deep civil engineering expertise with specialised digital estimation skills. As a Senior Tendering Manager and qualified instructor, he focuses on the intersection of technical accuracy and professional mentorship within Egypt's demanding construction sector.
Imad Morrar: Navigating Complex Risk Landscapes with Technical Precision
Imad Morrar brings over two decades of deep technical expertise to his role as Chief Executive Officer of Jerusalem Insurance in Amman. His leadership is characterised by a disciplined focus on underwriting integrity, reinsurance strategy and the professional development of insurance operations across Jordan’s competitive financial landscape.
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