Founder and Managing Partner

• Aug 2021 - Present

As the co-founder and Managing Partner of Sadara Capital, Ahmed has been instrumental in shaping its vision and trajectory. Sadara Capital, renowned as an impact-guided multi-family office, stands testament to Ahmed's commitment to intertwining astute financial strategy with societal impact. His leadership, coupled with his extensive expertise in Investment Banking, has been pivotal in steering Sadara Capital to the forefront of positive change within the finance and investments realm. As the co-founder and Managing Partner of Sadara Capital, Ahmed has been instrumental in shaping its vision and trajectory. Sadara Capital, renowned as an impact-guided multi-family office, stands testament to Ahmed's commitment to intertwining astute financial strategy with societal impact. His leadership, coupled with his extensive expertise in Investment Banking, has been pivotal in steering Sadara Capital to the forefront of positive change within the finance and investments realm.

Chief Investment Officer

• Jan 2022 - Present

At SEE Holding, Ahmed assumes the pivotal role of Chief Investment Officer, where he helms the investment strategies of a visionary enterprise known for the Sustainable City franchise. With a focus on driving impactful and sustainable investments, Ahmed's astute financial acumen and visionary leadership have been instrumental in aligning the company's goals with its ethos. Under his stewardship, SEE Holding has continually expanded its horizons, marrying financial growth with a commitment to a… Show more At SEE Holding, Ahmed assumes the pivotal role of Chief Investment Officer, where he helms the investment strategies of a visionary enterprise known for the Sustainable City franchise. With a focus on driving impactful and sustainable investments, Ahmed's astute financial acumen and visionary leadership have been instrumental in aligning the company's goals with its ethos. Under his stewardship, SEE Holding has continually expanded its horizons, marrying financial growth with a commitment to a sustainable future. Show less At SEE Holding, Ahmed assumes the pivotal role of Chief Investment Officer, where he helms the investment strategies of a visionary enterprise known for the Sustainable City franchise. With a focus on driving impactful and sustainable investments, Ahmed's astute financial acumen and visionary leadership have been instrumental in aligning the company's goals with its ethos. Under his stewardship, SEE Holding has continually expanded its horizons, marrying financial growth with a commitment to a… Show more At SEE Holding, Ahmed assumes the pivotal role of Chief Investment Officer, where he helms the investment strategies of a visionary enterprise known for the Sustainable City franchise. With a focus on driving impactful and sustainable investments, Ahmed's astute financial acumen and visionary leadership have been instrumental in aligning the company's goals with its ethos. Under his stewardship, SEE Holding has continually expanded its horizons, marrying financial growth with a commitment to a sustainable future. Show less

Chief Investment Officer

• Jan 2022 - Present

Co-Founder & CEO

• Jun 2021 - Present

Chairman

• Jun 2021 - Present

Chairman

• Jun 2021 - Present

Board Member

• Jun 2021 - Present

Member

• Apr 2020 - Present

Chief Executive Officer

• Oct 2018 - Jun 2021

Senior Vice President - Head of Institutions & Strategic Trading

• Apr 2014 - Oct 2018

Member

• Feb 2014 - Apr 2020

Executive Director - Head of Advisory & Institutions

• Apr 2014 - Apr 2017

Head of Trading (Equity, Fixed Income & Advisory)

• Nov 2010 - Mar 2014

- Spearheaded the application and licensing of QNBFS with the Qatar Exchange and the Regulator (QFMA). - Headed the development of the IT infrastructure in order to launch a unique, robust trading platform for brokers, professional clients and retail investors. - Responsible for equity and fixed income trading desks segregated for institutions, HNI and Retail clients with separate sales trading and execution methodology for each market segment. - Provide direct regional coverage on… Show more - Spearheaded the application and licensing of QNBFS with the Qatar Exchange and the Regulator (QFMA). - Headed the development of the IT infrastructure in order to launch a unique, robust trading platform for brokers, professional clients and retail investors. - Responsible for equity and fixed income trading desks segregated for institutions, HNI and Retail clients with separate sales trading and execution methodology for each market segment. - Provide direct regional coverage on equity and global coverage on the fixed income space. - First to launch a platform that facilitates exposure to bonds and sukuk space for retail and HNI clients in a model that is financially viable and profitable for both the client and the institution. - Head of the Advisory team for retail and HNI clients, providing security coverage and portfolio development and balancing depending on the clients' risk tolerance. - Launched a web-based trading platform to facilitate access to the global markets in a scalable model. Show less - Spearheaded the application and licensing of QNBFS with the Qatar Exchange and the Regulator (QFMA). - Headed the development of the IT infrastructure in order to launch a unique, robust trading platform for brokers, professional clients and retail investors. - Responsible for equity and fixed income trading desks segregated for institutions, HNI and Retail clients with separate sales trading and execution methodology for each market segment. - Provide direct regional coverage on… Show more - Spearheaded the application and licensing of QNBFS with the Qatar Exchange and the Regulator (QFMA). - Headed the development of the IT infrastructure in order to launch a unique, robust trading platform for brokers, professional clients and retail investors. - Responsible for equity and fixed income trading desks segregated for institutions, HNI and Retail clients with separate sales trading and execution methodology for each market segment. - Provide direct regional coverage on equity and global coverage on the fixed income space. - First to launch a platform that facilitates exposure to bonds and sukuk space for retail and HNI clients in a model that is financially viable and profitable for both the client and the institution. - Head of the Advisory team for retail and HNI clients, providing security coverage and portfolio development and balancing depending on the clients' risk tolerance. - Launched a web-based trading platform to facilitate access to the global markets in a scalable model. Show less

Head of Brokerage & Trading - Equity & Fixed Income

• May 2008 - Dec 2010

Head the MENA Equities Execution Desk Head the Sales Trading Team Head the MENASA Fixed Income Execution Desk Build the MENA brokerage business, ensuring it complies with all governing bodies and maintain best business practices. Manage relationships with regional brokers in order to ensure the best execution and pricing. Develop business processes to further enhance the brokerage alternate channels. Set the strategic direction for access to account trading and portfolio… Show more Head the MENA Equities Execution Desk Head the Sales Trading Team Head the MENASA Fixed Income Execution Desk Build the MENA brokerage business, ensuring it complies with all governing bodies and maintain best business practices. Manage relationships with regional brokers in order to ensure the best execution and pricing. Develop business processes to further enhance the brokerage alternate channels. Set the strategic direction for access to account trading and portfolio managment online and via the toll free line.

Head - Brokerage Dealing Centre & Sales

• Oct 2005 - May 2008

- Setup of the ADB Dealing Centre: ADB PABX (Private Automatic Bank Exchange) Setup, ACD selection and installation, proposed budgets and supervised the VoIP implementation, and managed the CRM development process hand-in-hand with the IT and Projects Department. - Developed a brokerage sales business strategy in order to meet and exceed the budgeted account opening and brokerage targets. - Business owner to the e-Trading initiative. - Worked closely with vendors and suppliers to… Show more - Setup of the ADB Dealing Centre: ADB PABX (Private Automatic Bank Exchange) Setup, ACD selection and installation, proposed budgets and supervised the VoIP implementation, and managed the CRM development process hand-in-hand with the IT and Projects Department. - Developed a brokerage sales business strategy in order to meet and exceed the budgeted account opening and brokerage targets. - Business owner to the e-Trading initiative. - Worked closely with vendors and suppliers to ensure integration with the ADX and DFM execution platforms. - Actively involved in the selection, modification, testing, launching, and regularly updating of the brokerage house software systems. - Ensured a steady increase in the Dealing Centre brokerage.

Relationship Manager

• 2002 - 2005

- Managed a team of 15-20 Relationship Officers servicing the North Emirates. - Established competitive lead generation processes including building a viable and valuable prospect database, continually fed from RAKBANK's Call Centre. - Overachieved targets month on month on asset allocation. - Development of an on-line Loan Application Form processed through Credit and Credit Operations for pre-approval to reduce disbursal turnaround time. - Strategic development and management of… Show more - Managed a team of 15-20 Relationship Officers servicing the North Emirates. - Established competitive lead generation processes including building a viable and valuable prospect database, continually fed from RAKBANK's Call Centre. - Overachieved targets month on month on asset allocation. - Development of an on-line Loan Application Form processed through Credit and Credit Operations for pre-approval to reduce disbursal turnaround time. - Strategic development and management of the Telesales Department ensuring efficient coordination with the Direct Sales team. Show less - Managed a team of 15-20 Relationship Officers servicing the North Emirates. - Established competitive lead generation processes including building a viable and valuable prospect database, continually fed from RAKBANK's Call Centre. - Overachieved targets month on month on asset allocation. - Development of an on-line Loan Application Form processed through Credit and Credit Operations for pre-approval to reduce disbursal turnaround time. - Strategic development and management of… Show more - Managed a team of 15-20 Relationship Officers servicing the North Emirates. - Established competitive lead generation processes including building a viable and valuable prospect database, continually fed from RAKBANK's Call Centre. - Overachieved targets month on month on asset allocation. - Development of an on-line Loan Application Form processed through Credit and Credit Operations for pre-approval to reduce disbursal turnaround time. - Strategic development and management of the Telesales Department ensuring efficient coordination with the Direct Sales team. Show less