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Hitesh Thakkar to Spearhead Bank’s 2025-2028 Growth Strategy.
Hitesh Thakkar has joined Al Masraf as Chief Financial Officer, bringing over 25 years of experience in regional and global financial institutions. Most recently, he served as Group Head of Finance for Retail Banking & Wealth Management at Emirates NBD. His expertise spans strong governance, capital management, and strategic planning.
Key Highlights of Hitesh’s Appointment:
- Experience: Over 25 years in regional and global financial institutions
- Previous Roles: CFO & Head of Strategy at Emirates Islamic, Group Head of Finance at Emirates NBD, senior positions at ABN AMRO, ICICI Bank, and BNP Paribas
- Education: Chartered Accountant, Harvard Business School alumnus, Bachelor of Commerce from R.A. Podar College, Mumbai
- Focus: Leading financial planning, performance management, and capital efficiency to drive Al Masraf’s growth strategy
As CFO, Hitesh is expected to enhance resilience, value creation, and stakeholder confidence across Corporate, Retail, and SME segments, supporting Al Masraf’s shift to an agile, digitally enabled model.
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