Madhur Kakkar
Director
Dubai
Summary
Seasoned financial advisor and investor with 20+ years of experience across global markets, spanning equities, commodities, forex, and derivatives. Passionate about the intersection of finance and technology, with deep expertise in AI/ML, robo-advisory platforms, algorithmic trading, and blockchain innovation. Known for leading high-performing teams and delivering forward-thinking wealth management and investment strategies.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
7
7
Certifications
Work History
Director
Wall Street 101 Technologies Ltd, DIFC
09.2024 - Current
- A Non- regulated role with no moentary reimbursement, responsible to help develop and implement the overall strategy for the training platform, ensuring it aligns with organizational goals and the needs of finance professionals.
- Guide a team of instructional designers, content creators, and platform managers to deliver high-quality, engaging training programs.
- Ensure the platform offers a diverse range of learning formats, including live webinars, on-demand courses, certifications, and interactive tools.
- Lead the exploration of emerging learning technologies such as artificial intelligence, virtual reality (VR), gamification, and mobile learning to enhance training delivery and engagement.
Director
QuantL AI Ltd, DIFC
09.2023 - Current
- A non regulated, non monetoraily reimbursed position, responsible to Mentor the development of AI-driven trading technologies, with ability of providing custom strategies and a library of deployable trading bots.
- Mentoring the commercial and marketing campaign strategy in its initial days.
Executive Director
Century Financial
05.2022 - 10.2023
- Responsible for strategic advisory to the management on delivering growth, both in terms of AUM and revenue for the organization.
- Delivering a new hiring strategy that could add a good mix of young adults to the task force while engaging experienced players by involving them as referral partners.
Senior Executive Officer/CEO
Century Private Wealth Ltd
06.2019 - 04.2022
- As the SEO of the business and a regulated individual heading the organization under DFSA regulations, I was responsible for delivering the overall setup, planning, and direction to the business while making sure all rules and regulations were followed.
- Hired and trained a mix of fresh and experienced individuals to form a team that could independently analyze, advise, create, and generate product ideas that would help set up a strategic wealth allocation service and asset management offering.
- Continued advisory and relationship management of certain ultra-high-net-worth clients.
Director - Investments and Strategies
Century Financial Brokers LLC
09.2014 - 01.2019
- Set up new teams to enhance operational efficiency and client service delivery.
- Restructured the organization to align with strategic goals and market demands.
- Introduced innovative methods to grow the business, including new product offerings, and market expansion initiatives.
Assistant Vice President; Head - Jumeirah & Deira Branch
Citibank N.A.
06.2008 - 08.2014
- Managed CITIGold teams and ensured branch profitability.
- Delivered compliant investment and insurance advisory services to elite HNI customers.
Relationship Manager
Standard Chartered Bank
04.2007 - 05.2008
- Provided wealth management, advisory, and relationship handling services.
Education
Bachelor of Science - BIT, I.T.
Guru Nanak Dev University
Amritsar, India 04.2000 - 01.2003
Skills
- Regulatory Affairs
- Independent Asset Management
- Financial Advisory & Wealth Management
- Introduction of Investment Products
- Capital Market & Derivative Trading
- Risk Management
- Brokerage Setup & Management
- Managing & Leading Teams
- Strategic Portfolio Allocation
- FinTech Innovation
Certification
The Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment (CISI)
Additional Information
Pursuing Chartered Market Technician charter, already cleared 2 levels, appearing for final level, level 3 in December 2025
Timeline
Director
Wall Street 101 Technologies Ltd, DIFC
09.2024 - Current
Director
QuantL AI Ltd, DIFC
09.2023 - Current
Fintech: Innovation & Transformation in Financial Services
06-2022
Executive Director
Century Financial
05.2022 - 10.2023
Senior Executive Officer/CEO
Century Private Wealth Ltd
06.2019 - 04.2022
CISI Certificate in Global Securities
07-2018
CISI The UAE Financial Rules and Regulations
07-2018
CISI Level 3 Award in Risk in Financial Services
07-2018
CISI Level 3 Certificate in Wealth & Investment Management
05-2017
Director - Investments and Strategies
Century Financial Brokers LLC
09.2014 - 01.2019
Assistant Vice President; Head - Jumeirah & Deira Branch
Citibank N.A.
06.2008 - 08.2014
Relationship Manager
Standard Chartered Bank
04.2007 - 05.2008
Bachelor of Science - BIT, I.T.
Guru Nanak Dev University
04.2000 - 01.2003
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