Marwan Al Abedin

Marwan Al Abedin is a prominent figure in the finance and investment sector with over 25 years of experience.1 He is the Founder and CEO of Flatrace, a boutique consulting firm based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.1

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Al Abedin has held several high-profile positions:

• CEO and Founder of Flatrace: Currently leading this boutique consulting firm, providing strategic vision and leadership.1
• CEO of an Investment Fund: Worked within the Government of Dubai.1
• Board Member: Served on the boards of several notable organizations, including:
  • Noor Bank
  • Dubai Healthcare Authority
  • Emaar Properties PJSC (also chaired its Investment Committee)
  • Awqaf and Minor Affairs Foundation (AMAF)

Notable Achievements

• Executed over USD 40 Billion worth of transactions representing both government and private sectors.1
• Led the USD $26 Billion restructuring of Dubai World.1
• Negotiated a USD $4.1 Billion funds injection for Nakheel.1
• Worked on the Federal Support for Dubai of USD 20 Billion.1
• Appointed Director of Debt Management at the Government of Dubai Department of Finance.1

Education

Al Abedin holds a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Economics & Political Science from Wake Forest University.1

Recent Developments

In November 2023, Al Abedin announced his resignation from his position as a Senior Advisor to TrailRunner International after serving for two years.2 More recently, he joined RIIG as an advisor, bringing his extensive leadership experience in finance and investment to the team.3

Marwan Al Abedin's expertise and experience make him a respected figure in the finance and investment sector, particularly in Dubai and the broader UAE region.