Management Team

Joined the Firm in November 2018, Suhail has more than 31 years of Banking and Investment experience. Prior to joining the Firm, Suhail worked as Executive Director for Arqaam Capital in Dubai and was a founding member and CEO of Instrata Capital. He also served in Senior Management positions at Bank of Bahrain and Kuwait in Bahrain and Dubai, and currently serves as a board member in several listed and private firms.

Suhail holds an MBA from McGill University, Montreal and Bachelor of Computer Engineering from Concordia University, Montreal.

Joined the Firm in June 2009, Sawsan has over 40 years of experience in Finance and Banking sector. Prior to joining the Firm, Sawsan worked for United Gulf Bank and American Express, Bahrain.

Sawsan holds a Diploma degree in civil engineering from Gulf Technical College of Bahrain and a Bachelor of Fine Arts from the Fine Arts College of Zamalek, Egypt.

Joined the Firm in October 2005, Murtadha has over 15 years of experience in Islamic Banking. Prior to joining the Firm, Murtadha worked for Alkhaeej Development Company and Alinam Real Estate Investments.

Murtadha holds Bachelor's degree in Accounting and Finance from University of Bahrain.

Joined the Firm in June 2024. Ms. Awdi has over than 20 years of experience in Risk Management and Compliance. Prior to joining the Firm, Ghada worked for Eazy Financial Services and Keypoint, Bahrain.

Ghada has a Bachelor's Degree of Science in Business Management and Commerce from the University of Bahrain. Member of PRMIA (Professional Risk Managers' International Association), Ghada holds the PRM (Professional Risk Manager) and the APRM (Associate Professional Risk Manager) designations, she is also a CAMS (Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist) holder from ACAMS and has the International Diploma in Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) from ICA (International Compliance Association - UK).

Joined the firm in March 2025. Mr. Al Balooshi has over 13 years of experience in the financial sector. Prior to joining the Firm, Yaqoob held key roles at esteemed organizations including Bahrain Bourse, The Benefit Company, Zain Bahrain, and Bede Bahrain.

Mr. Al Balooshi holds a BSc degree in Finance and Investment Management from Northumbria University, and a Master's Degree with Highest Honors in Business Administration from American University of Bahrain. Additionally, he has obtained Seven Professional Certificates from reputable international institutions, focusing on Artificial Intelligence, Disruptive Strategy, Investment Management, Market Analysis, and Project Management.

Joined the Firm in July 2024. Mr. AlSaad has over 25 years of experience in Investment Banking, Wealth Management and Relationship Management across the region. Prior to joining the Firm, Qossay worked for National Bank of Bahrain and Arcapita.

Qossay has a Bachelor's Degree in Science from University of Houston, USA and holds a Master's Degree in Business Administration from the University of South Wales, UK.

Joined the Firm in January 2006, Sayed Husain has over 17 years of experience in Information Technology and held several network administrator positions in different companies in Kingdom of Bahrain.

Prior to joining the Firm, Sayed Husain worked as Network Manager in Business Communications Services.

Joined the Firm in September 2024. Mr. Aftab has over 7 years of experience in Banking Sector. Prior to joining the Firm, Hamza worked for Karandaaz Capital and United Bank Limited, Pakistan.

Hamza holds a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting and Finance from Institute of Business Administration (IBA), Karachi, a Master's Degree in Business Administration from Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS), Pakistan, and is a CFA Level 3 candidate.

Joined the Firm in June 2024. Mr. Abdulmalek has over 10 years of experience in Banking Sector. Prior to joining the Firm, Yaqoob worked for AlBaraka Islamic Bank.

Yaqoob has a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, major in Finance from New York Institute of Technology (NYIT, Bahrain).

Joined the firm in September 2025, Mr. Bassyouni has over 20 years of experience in investment management and capital markets. Prior to joining the Firm, Farid held senior investment positions at leading financial institutions including Esterad Bank, Qatar First Bank, SAMBA Financial group and Standard Chartered Bank.

Mr. Bassyouni holds an Executive Master's degree in Management from the London School of Economics and Political Science, and a Bachelor of Arts degree in International Business Administration from Northumbria University.

Joined the firm in June 2021. Ms. Gupta has over 20 years of experience in Finance and Audit. Prior to joining the Firm, Prerna worked for Keypoint Consulting, Noor Specialist Hospital and Olive VFM.

Ms. Gupta is a Chartered Accountant from Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI). Additionally, she has obtained various Professional Certificates from reputable international institutions, focusing on Finance, Internal audit and business practices.