Essam Hawash serves as the Chief Executive Officer of MADA Capital, a Dubai-based asset management and corporate advisory firm he founded in 2020. He has a distinguished career in finance, having held senior leadership roles in wealth management and investments at major institutions like Emirates Islamic, Barclays, and Citibank.
He is a vocal proponent of the UAEs economic stability and leadership, viewing it as a premier global hub for technology, investment, and wealth creation. He is focused on enriching the UAE market with new, innovative financial products.
Interesting fact: Under his leadership, MADA Capital launched AW8, the first public money market fund and digital savings application in the UAE.
Essam Hawash
Chief Executive Officer at MADA Capital
United Arab Emirates
Overview
Topics They Care About
FinTech Innovation
He recently led MADA Capital to win the IBS Intelligence Global FinTech Innovation Award for its "Best Portfolio Intelligence Platform. "
Wealth Management
His career is built on leading wealth management divisions at major banks and he emphasizes wealth creation as a core part of a stable economy.
UAE Economic Growth
He publicly speaks about the UAE being the future hub for technology and investment, attracting capital and talent from around the world.
Media Appearances
Work History
6-2019
Chief Executive Officer at MADA Capital
3-2015 - 6-2019
Managing Partner at Zeus Financial Group
11-2011 - 12-2014
Head of Wealth Management at Emirates Islamic ( ENBD )
7-2007 - 10-2011
Regional head of investments and insurance at Barclays
12-2004 - 6-2007
Head of Bancassurance at Citibank
11-2001 - 11-2004
Sales Director at Allianz Group
5-1999 - 10-2001
Financial Advisor at Legal and General
Education
Essam has no verified education history
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Location : United Arab Emirates
Job Level : Leadership
Designation : Chief Executive Officer at MADA Capital
