MOHAMMED ABDULKARIM AL BANNA
Dubai & Abu Dhabi
Summary
Results-driven banking executive with 25 years of experience in Private, Priority, and Retail Banking. Led frontline teams to acquire affluent and high-net-worth clients while mobilizing liabilities and enhancing client experiences. Cultivated relationships with senior government officials and business leaders, revitalizing strategic partnerships and generating opportunities exceeding AED 500 million.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Director, Private Banking & Wealth Management
EMIRATES ISLAMIC
01.2023 - 01.2026
- Developed and managed UHNW/HNW relationships.
- Acquired new-to-bank affluent clients, mobilised deposits and investments, coordinated onboarding, promoted digital adoption and deepened relationships through cross-selling.
Senior Branch Manager
EMIRATES ISLAMIC
01.2013 - 01.2023
- Led flagship branches serving approximately 8,000 clients while managing teams of up to 40 employees.
- Drove affluent acquisition, Priority Banking migration, liability growth and audit excellence.
Branch Manager
EMIRATES ISLAMIC
01.2004 - 01.2013
- Managed one of the largest branches in the network delivering growth and customer excellence.
Senior Call Centre Manager
HSBC BANK MIDDLE EAST
05.2003 - 03.2004
- Manager Remittances & Cheque Collections.
- Treasury & Corporate Desk.
- Managed team operations to ensure compliance with banking regulations.
- Coordinated client interactions to enhance customer satisfaction and retention.
- Oversaw daily banking activities to maintain efficient workflow and service delivery.
Personal Banking Advisor
MASHREQ BANK
01.2000 - 01.2001
- Recognized as Top Advisor for three consecutive quarters.
- Advised clients on personal banking products and services.
- Conducted financial assessments to determine client needs.
- Facilitated account openings and loan applications efficiently.
Education
Master of Science - International Business Management
Heriot-Watt University
DUBAI , UAE 09.2011 - 11.2014
Bachelor of Business Administration -
University of Houston Clear Lake
Houston Texas , USSkills
- Wealth management
- Investment strategy
- Portfolio management
- Asset allocation
- Investment strategies
- Client acquisition
- Relationship management
- Digital banking
- Process improvement
Market Presence Networks
- Active participant in Abu Dhabi Finance Week, Family Office Summit and investment forums.
- Member of Benelux and EuroAsia business initiatives.
Leadership Recognition
- CEO Club Award Winner (Three Consecutive Years)
- QADA Future Leadership Programme
- Operational Excellence Awards
- Audit Excellence Recognition
Education Publication
- Master of International Business Management, Heriot-Watt University
- Bachelor of Business Administration, University of Houston Clear Lake
- Co-Author: Zakat and its Socio-Economic Merits
Personal Information
Visa Status: Golden Visa Holder
Key Transactions Relationship Highlights
- Originated opportunities ranging from AED 20 million to AED 100 million+.
- Advanced treasury opportunities up to USD 200 million.
- Tabreed CEO Sukuk relationships and broader wealth discussions.
- Mawarid Finance investment opportunities.
- Hamilton Bradshaw onboarding and investment discussions.
- Executive-level connectivity across Mubadala, IHC, Masdar, Space42, ADNOC, XRG, Borouge and Etihad Rail.
- Built trusted relationships with senior UAE government officials and UHNW individuals.
- Successfully restored and revitalised strategic relationships exceeding AED 500 million in potential opportunities.
Executive Profile - Summary
Senior banking executive with over 25 years of UAE experience across Private Banking, Priority Banking and Retail Banking. Proven track record leading frontline teams, acquiring affluent and HNW clients, mobilising liabilities and delivering exceptional client experiences. Built trusted relationships with senior UAE government officials, influential business leaders and UHNW individuals. Successfully restored and revitalised strategic relationships, rebuilding client confidence and re-establishing opportunities exceeding AED 500 million in potential assets, deposits and business opportunities.
Languages
English
Proficient
C2
Arabic
Proficient
C2
Timeline
Director, Private Banking & Wealth Management
EMIRATES ISLAMIC
01.2023 - 01.2026
Senior Branch Manager
EMIRATES ISLAMIC
01.2013 - 01.2023
Master of Science - International Business Management
Heriot-Watt University
09.2011 - 11.2014
Branch Manager
EMIRATES ISLAMIC
01.2004 - 01.2013
Senior Call Centre Manager
HSBC BANK MIDDLE EAST
05.2003 - 03.2004
Personal Banking Advisor
MASHREQ BANK
01.2000 - 01.2001
Bachelor of Business Administration -
University of Houston Clear Lake