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H.E. Hussain J. AlNowais joined the ADCB Board of Directors in 2019.

In his capacity as the founder and Chairman of AlNowais Investments, H.E. AlNowais’ leadership has been instrumental in driving the company's growth and establishing it as a key player in regional and international markets. Similarly, as the Chairman of AMEA Power, he has been at the forefront of developing sustainable energy solutions across Africa, the Middle East and Asia.

His previous experience as Chairman of Waha Capital, a leading investment company, and Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development, a government initiative to support SMEs, equipped H.E. AlNowais with a deep understanding of both private sector dynamics and public policy objectives. Furthermore, as previous Chairman of Senaat General Holding Corporation, the industrial holding company for the Abu Dhabi Government’s industrial assets, H.E. AlNowais gained extensive experience in privatisation and listing of corporations.

This combined broad experience enables H.E. AlNowais to bring valuable insights to the ADCB Board, ranging from the energy transition to capital markets development.

H.E. AlNowais has a Bachelor's degree in Business Finance from Lewis & Clark College in the USA. He has also completed executive management programmes at both INSEAD in France and London Business School in the UK.

Carlos Obeid joined the ADCB Board of Directors in 2019 and has extensive experience in finance, investment management and strategic leadership.

As the Chief Financial Officer of Mubadala, Carlos plays a crucial role in managing the organisation's financial strategy and operations, including treasury, financial planning, and governance. This experience enables him to bring important perspectives into global investment trends, risk management strategies, and financial best practice to the ADCB Board. His expertise in overseeing complex financial operations and driving financial performance is particularly valuable in guiding the Bank's strategy, balance sheet management and enhancing its competitive edge.

Prior to his current role, Carlos worked with the UAE Offset Programme Bureau, where he led various initiatives in privatisation, utilities, and financial services. He also serves on the boards of a number of organisations operating in various industries and geographies. This combined experience has equipped him with a deep understanding of both public and private sector dynamics, as well as the evolving domestic and international regulatory environment across multiple sectors.

Carlos obtained a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from the American University of Beirut, Lebanon, followed by a Master of Business Administration from INSEAD in Fontainebleau, France.

Saeed is the Managing Director and CEO of Abu Dhabi Investment Council (ADIC).

He also serves as the Chairman of the Endowments and Minors Funds Authority (Awqaf Abu Dhabi) and is a member of the board at Mubadala Capital, Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank (ADCB), Abu Dhabi Retirement Pension & Benefits Fund, and Edge Group.

Saeed was previously the Deputy CEO of Mubadala’s Direct Investments platform, where he supported the delivery of the investment strategy, managing capital allocation and ensuring the successful implementation of capital deployment and monetization transactions.

Prior to working with the Direct Investments platform, Saeed was the Deputy CFO of Mubadala where he oversaw the group-wide finance function and delivery of the company’s growth strategy, supporting various acquisitive transactions and asset monetizations. He was also responsible for all Treasury activities including Mubadala’s bond issuances and project financing.

Prior to that, Saeed was seconded from Mubadala to spearhead the launch of the Debt Management Office (DMO) within the Abu Dhabi Department of Finance. During his time at the DMO, he led a number of transactions valued at more than USD $30 billion and which aimed to provide support funding to a number of entities in the banking and real estate sectors, as well as various government debt issuances.

Saeed holds a Bachelor's degree in Finance from Suffolk University in Boston, a Master's degree in International Securities Investments and Banking from the University of Reading in the UK, and a Master's degree in National Security and Strategic Studies from the National Defense College in the UAE.

Fatima Al Nuaimi joined the ADCB Board of Directors in 2022.

As the Co-Head of Mubadala Capital Solutions, Fatima oversees the platform’s permanent capital strategy, separately managed accounts and the Abu Dhabi Catalyst Partners business. Through this experience, she brings a comprehensive understanding of capital deployment and portfolio management in private markets globally.

Her career at Mubadala Capital, which began in 2011, has been marked by significant achievements in direct private equity and fund investments. Her expertise extends to leading high-profile transactions, including the acquisition of K-MAC, the second-largest Taco Bell franchisee in North America, and Mubadala's USD 2.5 billion partnership with Silverlake.

Fatima’s appointment to the Board aligns with ADCB's strategy to incorporate diverse perspectives and expertise in its governance structure. Her experience in investment management and private equity enables her to make a valuable contribution to the Bank's strategic decision-making processes, particularly in areas of capital allocation, risk management, and long-term investment.

Fatima holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration from the Higher Colleges of Technology in the UAE, graduating magna cum laude. She has also completed two financial certifications; Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) and Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst (CAIA).