Hanan Bakr Sakr
Investment Banker & Sustainability Expert
Summary
Visionary leader with 23+ years of experience in banking, finance, sustainability, sustainable finance, and commercial strategies across advisory, corporate, and banking sectors. Proven record of accomplishment in spearheading high-impact initiatives, including the African Carbon Market Initiative at COP27 and private sector engagement at COP28. An expert in green finance, ESG practices, and innovative climate solutions, with a strong focus on the MENA region.
Results-oriented achiever with proven ability to exceed targets and drive success in fast-paced environments. Combines strategic thinking with hands-on experience to deliver impactful solutions and enhance organizational performance.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
7
7
Certifications
3
3
Languages
Work History
Independent Sustainability Consultant
AL ARD
05.2024 - Current
- Through my founded consultancy firm “AL ARD, I advise C-Suite executives and organizations globally on Financial Structures, Fund Raising and Sustainable Finance strategies
- Lead sustainability strategy development, carbon trading mechanisms, green financial instruments, and Capacity building in sustainability.
Head Private Sector Engagement Team
COP28 Presidency, U.A.E
02.2023 - 05.2024
- Program Management: Designed and launched the Net-Zero Transition Charter, engaging over 500 global companies
- Program Management: Designed and Launched the COP28 & SME Climate Hub for MENA, reaching 25,000+ SMEs
- Led Accountability & Finance Day at COP28 and formed sector-specific alliances with transition roadmaps
- Acted as a public speaker at key diplomatic engagements and business conferences
COP27 Climate Finance and Carbon Markets Lead
UNFCCC, Global
06.2022 - 02.2023
- Developed strategy for financing resilience and mobilizing capital for emerging markets that led to the Sharm El Shaikh Adaptation agenda.
- Program Management: Launched strategic initiatives including the Africa Carbon Market Initiative
- Advised COP27 presidency on themes and initiatives, connecting state and non-state actors
MENAT Energy Transition Sector Head and Sustainable Finance Originator
HSBC Middle East, U.A.E
05.2014 - 04.2022
- Led sustainable finance initiatives and advised clients on ESG strategies
- Managed a team overseeing a $20bn portfolio across Oil & Gas, Power & Utilities, and Renewables
- Originated and structured complex deals, including the first Green Hydrogen deal for HSBC globally
- Represented HSBC in climate risk committees and led government collaboration programs
- Managed high-value corporate client relationships with c.$20bn in bank facilities
- Led cross-functional teams to develop and implement bespoke banking solutions
- Originated and executed sophisticated IB deals, including aircraft financing, green bonds, and project finance
Regional Relationship Director, AVP (Global Banking/MNCs)
Barclays Bank UAE
01.2007 - 01.2014
Senior Relationship Manager (Global Banking/MNCs)
Barclays Bank Egypt
01.2005 - 01.2007
Senior Financial Analyst
BP Egypt
01.2003 - 01.2005
Senior Budgeting and Planning Accountant
Sanofi-Aventis Pharma Egypt
01.2002 - 01.2003
Junior Financial Consultant
EY Egypt
01.2001 - 01.2002
Education
Bachelor's degree - commerce, English Section, Major Accounting
AinShams University
01.2000
Spanish Literature Scholarship - undefined
La Universidad Complutense de Madrid
01.2000
Certification
CFA Institute ESG Investing Certification (2021) Sustainability and
Affiliations
- Collaborating with SKEMA Business School (Paris) as an “Adjunct Faculty” to design and deliver a CSR & Green Business Program for banking professionals in the UAE under their Masters in Sustainable Finance & Fintech.
- Collaborating with SKEMA Business School Sustainable Finance advisory team (Paris) In developing their sustainability scoring models addressed to corporations globally.
Additional Information
- Egyptian Female National and UAE Golden Resident
- Extensive global network in sustainability, finance, and climate action
- Proven ability to navigate complex regulatory environments and drive innovative solutions
Public Speaker Roles (Regular Speaker)
- Invest Africa - London and U.A.E
- Financial Regulatory Authority -Egypt
- Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week
- India Global Forum - London and U.A.E
- FII - Riyadh
- Milken Institute
Accomplishments
- Originated the first Green Hydrogen deal for HSBC globally ($500M) as
Sustainable Finance Originator.
- Managed a portfolio of c.$20bn bank facilities as Energy Transition Sector Head at HSBC MENAT.
- Member of B20 Brazil 2024 Taskforce for Finance & Infrastructure.
Timeline
Independent Sustainability Consultant
AL ARD
05.2024 - Current
Head Private Sector Engagement Team
COP28 Presidency, U.A.E
02.2023 - 05.2024
COP27 Climate Finance and Carbon Markets Lead
UNFCCC, Global
06.2022 - 02.2023
MENAT Energy Transition Sector Head and Sustainable Finance Originator
HSBC Middle East, U.A.E
05.2014 - 04.2022
Regional Relationship Director, AVP (Global Banking/MNCs)
Barclays Bank UAE
01.2007 - 01.2014
Senior Relationship Manager (Global Banking/MNCs)
Barclays Bank Egypt
01.2005 - 01.2007
Senior Financial Analyst
BP Egypt
01.2003 - 01.2005
Senior Budgeting and Planning Accountant
Sanofi-Aventis Pharma Egypt
01.2002 - 01.2003
Junior Financial Consultant
EY Egypt
01.2001 - 01.2002
Spanish Literature Scholarship - undefined
La Universidad Complutense de Madrid
Bachelor's degree - commerce, English Section, Major Accounting
AinShams University
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