Tahir Al Dabbagh

Chairman – Independent Non-Executive Director

Mr. Tahir M. Al Dabbagh is a veteran banking and consulting professional with more than three decades of significant experience in financial services including corporate and institutional banking. He has held several senior positions as he was Gen. Mgr. in-charge of the Western Region at Saudi Hollandi Bank (SHB), and then as CEO and Board Member of the bank’s CMA licensed investment banking arm, Saudi Hollandi Capital.

Since leaving full-time banking, he has been member of the board of directors for various Saudi and International companies most notably, Mohammed Yousef Naghi & Bros. Group, and Roots Group Arabia (subsidiary of the Saudi Binladin Group).

Mr. Tahir is an authorized Financial Consultant, a businessman, owner and partner in few companies. Recognized as one of the Leaders in KSA, an article published in “Leaders of Saudi Arabia” Book (Vol. 2).

Abdulelah Saleh Al Shaikh

Vice Chairman – Independent Non-Executive Director

Mr. Abdulelah Al Sheikh previously held the position of Chief Executive Officer of the Saudi Home Finance Company “Sahel”, General Manager of Corporate Banking Services at Saudi Hollandi Bank, and Regional Director of the Central Region in the Bank. He also held several positions at Banque Saudi Fransi, including general manager of customer management in the central region, regional manager for the corporate sector, bank branch manager, and manager of corporate client relations.

Al Sheikh holds a Master degree in Administrative Sciences from the University of New Mexico in the United States, and a Bachelor degree in Administrative Sciences from Portland State University.

Dr. Boutros Klink

Member – Non-Executive Director

Dr. Boutros Klink is the CEO of Standard Chartered Bank, Middle East, responsible for the operations in eight countries and is a member of the Bank’s Regional Management Team.

Prior to his current role, Dr. Klink has held the positions of CEO of Standard Chartered Bank for Bahrain & GCC, CEO of Standard Chartered Capital Saudi Arabia, as well as various senior positions at Standard Chartered Bank, J.P. Morgan, Morgan Stanley, Deutsche Bank, UBS, National Bank of Canada, and the Caisse de Depot et Placement du Quebec.

Dr. Klink earned a Doctor of Science degree in Earthquake Engineering from MIT, a Master of Art in Financial Mathematics from Columbia University, a Master of Science in Civil & Environmental Engineering from MIT, and a Bachelor of Engineering in Civil & Environmental Engineering from the American University of Beirut.

Shada Elborno

Managing Director, Standard Chartered Bank

Shada Elborno is a collaborative leader and change maker with almost 29 years of experience in propelling business growth and success on her own terms. Today, as Managing Director and Head of Global Subsidiaries for Middle East and Pakistan at Standard Chartered, she champions leadership that transcends beyond conventional roles. Her personal journey speaks to the transformative power of self-discovery, kindness, gratitude and using power responsibly to create fair opportunities that promote sustainable growth.

Recognized as one of the UAE’s most respected senior Emirati female bankers, Shada is a prominent voice advocating for cross industry collaboration, sustainable business practices, genuine diversity of thought and inclusion. Her efforts aim to inspire and pave a braver path for emerging talent.

Shada is also actively involved in mentoring and providing insights to start-up entrepreneurs and global university cohorts helping them bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical realities. Her outstanding contributions earned her the titles of “Most Impactful Woman Leader of the Middle East” in 2022 and 2023 by the House of Rose Professionals’ Break the ceiling touch the sky® and “Middle East’s Most Inspirational Women in Leadership” in 2022 at the ME Women Leaders’ Summit.

She has also served on the Board of Directors for the Clean Energy Business Council MENA and the Emirates Institute of Finance.

Shada holds a BSC in Accounting and Finance from the American College of Switzerland and a Postgraduate Certificate in Sustainable Finance from The London Institute of Banking & Finance. She is multilingual (English, Arabic, French) and enjoys a keen interest in fashion and art.

Sarah Al Khelaiwi

Chief Executive Officer Standard Chartered Capital Saudi Arabia

Sarah joined Standard Chartered Capital Saudi Arabia in mid-2015 as a part of the Debt Capital Markets team that is originating and executing bonds/sukuk transactions from the GCC. Prior to joining the Debt Capital Markets team in SCCSA, Sarah had gained her experience having worked previously as a BPM in SCCSA CEO’s office and brings with her an in-depth understanding of SCCSA’s key, on-the-ground client relationships.

Sarah holds a Bachelor’s degree from Prince Sultan University in Business Administration and Finance.

Standard Chartered Capital Saudi Arabia Team details

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