Senior Relationship Manager · Wealth Management · AI Innovation
A decade of growing HNWI & UHNWI portfolios across the UAE. From managing $50M+ in assets at FAB to building AI-powered wealth platforms — I sit at the intersection of premium finance, deep client relationships, and modern technology.
"The best advisory isn't about products — it's about understanding what wealth truly means to each client, and building a relationship that endures beyond any single transaction."
Over a decade growing HNWI and UHNWI client portfolios across the UAE and MENA — managing assets exceeding USD 50M, with double-digit year-on-year growth and 90%+ client retention through deeply personalised, advisory-led service.
At First Abu Dhabi Bank and American Express, I led full-cycle relationship management — from acquisition and onboarding through portfolio development and structured cross-selling across deposits, lending, investments, and premium credit — within strict KYC, AML, and suitability frameworks.
Leadership roles at Aspire Lifestyles and Quintessentially Dubai — serving Visa Middle East and Ferrari — refined my ability to manage complex, high-expectation relationships and deliver experiences that turn clients into lifelong advocates.
From five-star hospitality to elite banking, every chapter has shaped a career defined by one constant: exceptional client experiences.
A unique blend of financial expertise, human-centered relationship skills, and modern technology competencies.
Real initiatives. Measurable outcomes. Each project tells a story of a problem identified, a solution crafted, and impact delivered.
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Designed and built three AI-powered business applications focused on productivity, client management, and wealth advisory workflows. Integrated intelligent profiling, automated follow-ups, and portfolio analytics.
FAB's presence in the Northern Emirates was limited, with untapped opportunity in governmental and corporate accounts that competitors were capturing.
Led a targeted client acquisition campaign focusing on governmental institutions and prominent corporate entities. Built tailored banking propositions for salary transfer programs, working capital, and investment solutions.
Aspire Lifestyles had no physical presence in the UAE, missing out on a high-demand market for white-glove concierge services for affluent international clients.
Led the end-to-end establishment of the Dubai branch in DAFZA — from regulatory setup and office build-out to hiring, training, and operational launch.
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