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Hisham Alrayes is leading the GFH Financial Group forward towards its vision of becoming the region’s most prominent, diversified financial Group, and one that provides a remarkable platform for delivering superior Wealth Management, Commercial Banking and Asset Management services.

With over 23 years of experience, Hisham brings extensive expertise and banking knowledge to the Group and was instrumental in driving the development and execution of the Group’s regional and international investment strategy. Hisham currently chairs and holds a number of directorships in financial, Industrial and real estate companies including Esterad Investment Company, Khaleeji Commercial Bank, GFH Capital and Infracorp.

Hisham holds a Master’s degree with honors in Business Administration from the University of DePaul, Chicago (USA), and a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with honors from the University of Bahrain. In 2021, Hisham was ranked ‘One of the top listed CEOs’ in CEO Today Middle East Awards, ‘Best CEO in Investment Banking Sector-Bahrain 2021’ from the Global Economics. And during 2020, Hisham received ‘Banker of the Year’ in the MEA Finance Awards 2020 in recognition of his role in steering the Group’s diversification strategy which has seen the Group expand its business lines and geographic reach, while remaining resilient in the face of unprecedented market conditions. He was also ranked one of the top CEOs in Financial Services & Investments in 2019, and named ‘Investment Bank CEO of the Year’ at CEO Middle East 2019.

Nael Mustafa is Co-Chief Investment Officer – Real Estate at GFH Financial Group. He is responsible for developing and executing the Group’s global real estate investment strategy and oversight of its growing portfolio of assets across the Middle East, Europe and the US.

Nael has more than 30 years of experience in investment banking with a proven record in regional and international investments. This includes deep expertise in capital markets, corporate finance as well as Shari’ah compliant alternative investments in North America, Europe and the Middle East.

Nael spent 17 years at Arcapita in a number of senior positions, he was Managing Director for Strategic Investments & Business Development, Member of the Global Investment Committee and Board Member on Real Estate Funds and Private Equity, he also served as Arcapita’s Head of MENA Investments, Head of Real Estate and Head of Real Estate – MENA. Previously, Nael was the Head of Corporate Finance at SICO Bank in addition to working with BNP Paribas and GM TAIB Securities in Bahrain.

Nael is a Charted Financial Analyst (CFA) and holds a B.Sc in Accounting and Finance from the University of Bahrain and an MBA from Edinburgh Business School.

Fahad Yateem is a seasoned banking professional with over 15 years of experience in banking and banking regulations. He began his career as a Risk Analyst with Bahrain Islamic Bank in 2007. In 2008, he joined the Central Bank of Bahrain (CBB) as a Banking Examiner, where he was responsible for conducting full-scope examinations of all types of financial institutions.

He was then promoted to the position of Director at CBB in 2015, where he oversaw two major sectors: Islamic banks and ancillary service providers. During his time at CBB, he was involved in the creation of numerous regulations and was in charge of overseeing their implementation by relevant institutions.

Fahad currently provides private consulting services in the areas of governance, risk management, compliance and anti-money laundering (AML), Islamic banking, Sharia compliance, financial reporting, and internal controls. He is a graduate of the SOAS University of London, where he holds a Master’s degree in Banking. He is also a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Management Accountant (CMA), and Certified Islamic Professional Accountant (CIPA).

With over 11 years of experience in the field of investment, Business & finance, Mr. Mohammed Al Rashed is an Executive Officer at Rashed Abdul Rahman Al Rashed & Sons Group.

Mr. Al Rashed is the Chairman of Food Capital and a board member at Khaleeji Commercial Bank, Orange Gas Station, Tamkin Non-Profit Organisation and Wahj Holding.

Mr. Al Rashed is a holder of Bachelor of Science, International Business and Entrepreneurship from Fairleigh Dickinson University – Vancouver Canada.

Nasser Al Kadi is a seasoned investment executive with more than a decade of experience managing sophisticated portfolios and driving strategic growth across both public and private sectors. As Chief Investment Officer of Awqaf Investment Company – the investment arm of Saudi Arabia’s General Authority for Awqaf – Mr. Al Kadi oversees a multi-billion-dollar, highly diversified portfolio encompassing equities, fixed income, private equity, infrastructure, and real estate, with broad exposure across all major asset classes both locally and internationally. Prior to this role, he held leadership positions at some of the Kingdom’s most prominent financial institutions, including the Public Investment Fund (PIF) and Wisayah Investment Company, a subsidiary of Saudi Aramco.

At PIF, he played a role in private equity and co-investment initiatives across multiple sectors and geographies, developing strategic partnerships with leading global firms. During his tenure at Saudi Aramco, he contributed to initiatives such as the development of the savings programs and co-investment transactions, in addition to evaluating and executing major private equity, real estate, and direct public equity opportunities. Mr. Al Kadi holds a Master’s degree in Finance from London Business School and a Bachelor’s degree in Finance, earned with First Class Honours, from King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals (KFUPM).

Beyond his executive responsibilities, he serves on the boards of several organizations. His commitment to developing Saudi Arabia’s investment ecosystem is reflected in his involvement with organizations such as the Mosthathmer Association and the Oqal Angel Investor Group. In recognition of his leadership potential, he was selected for the Misk 2030 Leaders Program, a national initiative to prepare senior Saudi leaders to drive transformative change in alignment with Vision 2030. Recognized for his strategic vision, disciplined execution, and contributions to advancing Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030, he continues to play a pivotal role in the Kingdom’s economic diversification and growth.

Ali Al-Sagri is a dynamic leader with extensive experience across investment management, corporate governance, and transformational leadership. As the Managing Director and Board Member of Hamad Al-Sagri Holding Company (HHC), a diversified investment group that allocates capital globally, completing portfolio investment in various assets. Ali oversees the group’s strategic direction, operational performance and growth execution. His entrepreneurial mindset and commitment to innovation have positioned HHC as a preferred partner in multiple sectors.

Ali also serves as Chairman and key committee member at Leejam Sports Company, the largest fitness operator in the MENA region and a listed entity on the Saudi Exchange. Since 2019, he has led the company’s post-IPO transformation, significantly increasing its market cap, enhancing governance practices, and building a world-class executive team. His leadership has not only attracted foreign investors but also enabled strategic partnership with government entities to further national fitness and wellness goals.

Additionally, Ali is a Director at Huwaylan UK Ltd, a thriving real estate investment firm, and serves as Managing Director of Saudi Technology Lube Oil Plant (STLOP), a pioneer in environmentally conscious petrochemical manufacturing. Fluent in Arabic and English, Ali brings analytical depth, boardroom expertise, and a forward-thinking approach to every venture he leads.