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Florence Eid-Oakden
Independent Non-Executive Director, Financial Sector Boards
Florence Eid-Oakden, Ph.D. was a prominent figure in the financial sector and Middle Eastern economics. She served as an Independent Non-Executive Director in Financial Services for a total of 15 board years, including 9 years in the City of London.1
Professional Background
Eid-Oakden was the Founder and CEO of Arabia Monitor, a research and advisory firm focused on the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region.4 As a leading economist, she specialized in the markets and geopolitics of the MENA area.6
Expertise and Contributions
Her expertise was widely recognized, and she frequently provided insights on various economic and geopolitical issues:
- She conducted in-depth analyses of countries in the region, examining their potential and challenges.2
- Eid-Oakden offered valuable perspectives on global growth, particularly in relation to oil markets and their impact on the MENA region.5
Legacy
Sadly, Dr. Florence Eid-Oakden passed away peacefully in London on January 29, 2022.3 Her contributions to the field of Middle Eastern economics and her role in bridging understanding between the MENA region and the global financial sector have left a lasting impact.
