Wafik BEN MANSOUR

Wafik Ben Mansour is the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of SHUAA Capital, a leading asset management and investment banking platform in the Middle East region.16 Here are some key details about his career and background:

Professional Experience

• Appointed as Acting CEO of SHUAA Capital in November 2023, and later confirmed as the permanent CEO in May 202415
• Joined SHUAA Capital in May 2023 as Head of Investment Banking3
• Previously worked as a Managing Director at Credit Suisse for 15 years12

Expertise

• Over 15 years of experience in investment banking3
• Led several high-profile transactions, including:
  • Omantel's $2.2 billion acquisition of a stake in Zain Group
  • ADQ's acquisition of Amoun Pharmaceutical
  • The acquisition of Namshi by Noon AD Holdings3

Education

• Master's degree in Finance from ESCP Business School in Paris34
• Bachelor's degree from Institut des Hautes Etudes Commerciales de Carthage in Tunisia34

Role at SHUAA Capital

As CEO, Ben Mansour is responsible for leading SHUAA's capital optimization process, creating a growth platform, and capitalizing on market opportunities in the UAE and wider region.12 He works closely with the Board and management team to prioritize client service, sustainable growth, and shareholder value while enhancing balance sheet efficiency.12

Ben Mansour's appointment comes at a crucial time for SHUAA Capital, as the company aims to strengthen its position in the market and drive growth in key areas of its business.