A leading authority in Islamic banking and finance, Dr Adnan Chilwan is widely seen as a driver of change and innovation and a key figure in the progression of this segment which is quickly evolving into a global phenomenon. With an extensive banking career spanning over two decades with both reputed conventional and Islamic banks in the region, he currently serves as the Group CEO of Dubai Islamic Bank, the world’s first Sharia-compliant player and the largest Islamic bank in UAE. With group assets of in excess of $80bn, a market capitalisation of over $9bn, and workforce of more than 10,000 employees across a vast network of branches and entities in all emirates as well as the growing international operations in Asia, Middle East and Africa, he leads an organization that is fast being recognised as a formidable force in Islamic finance and one of the most progressive institutions in the world today.
Dr Chilwan’s contribution across the industry has led to him being honoured with numerous accolades and awards in the preceding years. He represents DIB on the boards of various strategic investments, subsidiaries and associates, including being president commissioner at PT Bank Panin Dubai Syariah TBK, serving as the chairman at DIB Bank Kenya Ltd, and board member at Noor Bank, among others. He continues to drive the proliferation of Islamic finance through his various consultative roles within and outside the UAE, and through numerous seminars in various educational institutions.
A passionate cricketer and sportsman, Dr Chilwan has a PhD and a MBA in marketing to his credentials. He is a Certified Islamic Banker (CeIB), a postgraduate in Islamic banking and insurance and an Associate Fellow Member on the Islamic Finance Professionals Board.
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