Finance Speakers in UAE

Frederik Bisbjerg is a distinguished international business developer with a focus on digital transformation and business model innovation. As a senior advisor, he specializes in digital-first corporate strategies and C-level consulting, leveraging “the art of the possible” to drive business and digital transformation. Formerly Head of MENA and Digital Transformation specialist at the Digital Insurer, the world's largest digital insurance knowledge base, Frederik has extensive expertise in Strategy and Transformation, Big Data, and Best Practice Tech Architectures. He lectures actively on these subjects, sharing valuable insights into industry value generation through AI and big data. Frederik’s approach to implementing AI in businesses emphasizes maximizing financial outcomes and ensuring strategic alignment, making him a highly sought-after expert in the finance and digital transformation sectors.

Pranav is a seasoned professional with over fifteen years of experience who firmly believes that for enterprises to build successful and financially sustainable businesses, financial well-being and wellness rest at the core. He has benefitted from being both educated and having worked in multicultural and multifunctional environments. He is a graduate of the Vishwakarma Institute of Technology (Pune University), where he studied mechanical engineering, as well as the Asian Institute of Management (Philippines) and HEC (Paris), where he earned his MBA. Pranav's professional expertise is instrumental in guiding him toward his current role as the Founding Partner of Woodstock Fund(www.woodstockfund.com). During his professional journey, Pranav has taken on leadership roles covering functions and verticals such as business development, sales and distribution, asset management, private equity, and insurance. During his initial years, he gained experience in the manufacturing and renewable energy space both as an engineer and a marketing professional.

A TOR - TOP 3 #MENTOR ,# FACLITATOR, #ORATOR I devote my time and energies to my career in personal financial planning At Nexus Insurance Brokers I advise and provide life insurance, critical illness insurance, savings, and investment plans I head the division 'Family Matters' at Echelon Advisors and Management Consultants my family firm, which specializes in corporate law and corporate finance. I facilitate buy/sell agreements funded by life and critical illness insurance, advise on Wills, and how families and businesses can provide 'no strings attached' funding for family.

Wharton Certified CFO and ADP Holder, Corporate Finance Partner, and a National Rank Holder Chartered Accountant with 20+ years of Glorious International Career Corporate Finance | Deals Advisory | Mergers and Acquisitions | Valuations | Due Diligences | Business Combinations PPA | IPO Valuations | Private Placements | Debt Refinancings | Asset White-washes | International Business Development | Global Research | Strategic Consulting | Equity Analysis | Sea Port Privatization | Stock Exchange RULE-BOOK Formulation | Ministry of Oil and Gas Revenue Assurance Assignment | Special Project.

A native British born English speaker, Dr. Siama is a lustful engaging speaker, a master of ceremonies, hosting events around the UAE and India, from fashion shows, to exclusive VVIPs. Her love for all things beautiful, draws her attention to be an admired blogger and a brand ambassador with a passion for luxury perfumes with her signature look in princess designer cut couture with her ecommerce business and is an international author "Ladies & Gentlemen: The Quintessential Book on Modern Etiquette".

Rajeev Kakar is a senior banking professional at Fullerton Financial. He is an experienced banker and a serial business founder and entrepreneur, currently serving as an Independent Non-Executive Director at both Gulf International Bank, Bahrain and KSA. He also serves at Eurobank Ergasias SA, Greece, as a nominee of Asian Development Bank and as the Director on the Board of Satin Creditcare Finance, India. He also serves as a member of the Global Advisory Board of the prestigious University of Chicago, Booth School of Business, and also as a Member of the Industry Advisory Board of the SP Jain School.

Reza has a professional experience in Energy and Financial Services; Solid academic background in Business and Finance. He is professionally proficient in English: 985 TOEIC, 610 GMAT, 607 TOEFL; Teaching and training experiences including part-time lecturing in a well-respected graduate business school program. Key areas of competence: Project Financing, Government Relation, Stakeholders Management, Merger and Acquisition, Business Development, Petroleum Fiscal Systems, Valuation and Financial Modeling, Investment, and Commercial Risk Analysis, and Commercial Agreements Drafting.

With 25 years in financial services at the CxO level, Wasif started in capital markets, later excelling in investment banking and asset management. He managed global assets and served on boards of financial institutions. Founding and selling two ventures in Dubai, he seeded a third before leading the Karachi BRT Red Line Project from 2020 to 2023. As WGM's partner since 2023, he expands the firm's service lines. Wasif specializes in navigating restructuring and turnarounds, revitalizing non-performing investments for profitability. His career showcases adept leadership in complex situations, cementing his reputation as a strategic and results-driven professional in the financial sector.

Ajeet Khurana is a leading Web3 strategist, entrepreneur, and investor with over two decades of experience building, scaling, and advising ventures across fintech, blockchain, and emerging technologies. As CEO of ZebPay, one of India’s largest cryptocurrency exchanges, he led the company through a high-growth phase, shaping the country’s blockchain and crypto discourse as Head of the Blockchain and Cryptocurrency Committee at the Internet and Mobile Association of India. Currently, as Founder of Reflexical Pte Ltd, Ajeet enables Web3 startups to achieve long-term success through strategic guidance, tokenomics design, market adoption strategies, and industry connections. He has advised and mentored numerous global projects via accelerators such as Chinaccelerator, SOSV MOX, and 500 Startups, as well as through roles with Blockchain Founders Fund and Kalaari Capital. Ajeet’s expertise lies in navigating complex digital landscapes, fostering innovation, and transforming early-stage ventures into thriving, sustainable businesses.

Dr. Nasser H. Saidi is the Founder and Head of Nasser Saidi & Associates, a consulting firm providing strategic economic and financial advisory services to governments, central banks, regulators, and multinational businesses across the MENA region and globally. With deep expertise in macroeconomics, monetary policy, capital markets, corporate governance, and financial systems, he is a trusted advisor on economic reform and institutional development.

A former Minister of Economy & Trade and Minister of Industry in Lebanon, Dr. Saidi also served two mandates as First Vice-Governor of the Central Bank of Lebanon. He was Chief Economist of the Dubai International Financial Centre (2006–2012), where he founded the Hawkamah Institute for Corporate Governance and the Mudara Institute of Directors. An accomplished academic, he has taught at the University of Chicago, IUHEI, and the American University of Beirut. Recognized as one of the 50 Most Influential Arabs, he continues to shape global economic policy.