In an era of geopolitical uncertainty, volatile markets and tightening margins, the CFO has evolved from guardian of the balance sheet to architect of strategy. Khaleej Times recognises the UAE’s top 30 finance chiefs for steering resilience, backing investments and harnessing technology, turning disruption into growth.

Dr. Noora Almarzooqi

CFO, ADGM

Dr. Noora Almarzooqi is a senior finance executive with extensive experience spanning corporate finance, investment strategy, capital allocation and business transformation. Her background combines strategic financial leadership with investment origination and execution, corporate strategy, and institutional governance.

Ali Siddiqi

CFO, Adnoc Distribution

Bringing more than three decades of international finance and commercial leadership experience across the Middle East, Europe, Africa and Asia-Pacific, Ali Siddiqi is known for driving growth, enhancing profitability and helping organisations adapt to changing business environments. Having worked across the energy value chain, from upstream operations to downstream retail, Siddiqi’s career reflects a consistent ability to drive growth and improve profitability.

Peter van Driel

CFO, Adnoc Gas

Peter van Driel is a skilled and seasoned finance executive with a career spanning over three decades and extensive international experience, gained through senior roles across the energy sector. He has led the transformation of a state-owned oil and gas company and shaped its new strategic direction. He is known for inspiring and motivating staff, fostering collaboration and applying creative problem-solving.

Suhail Hoosain

Group CFO, Al Ansari Financial Services

Suhail Hoosain has an extensive experience of overseeing financial strategy, capital allocation, statutory reporting, financial planning and analysis, and finance operations. With nearly two decades of financial services experience, including more than a decade as a CFO, he has led turnarounds, managed P&Ls and balance sheets, executed a multi-million-dollar asset-backed securitisation, and driven finance transformations and strategic partnerships.

Rohit Garg

Group CFO, Al Habtoor Group

Appointed in 2021 after over two decades progressing through the Group’s finance ranks, Rohit Garg oversees financial planning, capital allocation, governance and risk management. His expertise spans treasury, budgeting, reporting, controls, commercial negotiations and ERP systems. Combining financial discipline with commercial judgement, he values integrity, accountability and team development, and received the Chairman’s Award in 2024.

Pär Östberg

Group Director of Finance, Al-Futtaim

A highly accomplished C-level executive, Pär Östberg brings three decades of leadership experience across European, US, Asian and Middle Eastern markets. He has served as Chief Investment Officer of two prominent investment companies, sat on the boards of major public companies, and spent 22 years at a Fortune 500 automotive group, where he headed its Asia division, served as Group CFO and sat on the executive committee for eight years.

Faisal Falaknaz

Group CFO and Sustainability Officer, Aldar

Faisal commands a broad remit covering finance, corporate finance, investor relations, treasury, group digital services and sustainability. A seasoned finance and investment professional. His expertise includes M&A and asset management, having deployed capital across the US and Europe in global real estate investments.

Nicolas Sibuet

Chief Financial and Corporate Development Officer, Aramex

Nicolas Sibuet oversees corporate strategy, growth initiatives and the financial development agenda. With over 30 years of international leadership experience across finance, strategy, business development and operations, he has held senior executive positions across aviation, energy services, consulting and investment. His background includes more than two decades in CFO and senior finance roles, with a proven record of driving growth, transformation and long-term value creation.

Murtaza Haroon

Group CFO, Azizi Developments

Murtaza shapes decisions from land acquisition and sales strategy to construction and facilities management. He manages billions in capital, leads key transactions from structuring to legal documentation, and oversees partnerships with international institutional investors. Heading a centralised finance function across vertically integrated businesses, he sets group-wide policies, governance standards and sustainability priorities.

Neha Gupta

CFO, Core42

Neha drives strategic financial planning and execution aligned with long-term objectives. With nearly 15 years in business finance and commercial strategy, she ensures financial discipline and operational efficiency. Having worked closely with the CEO and C-suite to shape priorities, she has spearheaded restructuring, target operating models and major partner transactions. Her expertise spans FP&A, M&A, cost optimisation and governance.

Yazan Mohamad Al Nasser

CFO & Risk Officer, DIFC Authority

Yazan oversees financial performance across its investment arm, registrars and subsidiaries. He formulates and reviews key financial controls, business processes and management reporting, appraises investment opportunities, and supports the CEOs and Board. With more than 30 years of international experience in finance and audit, he has managed a large retail portfolio and helped deliver a well-received, oversubscribed IPO.

Jignesh Sanghvi

CFO, DMCC

With 26 years of experience under his belt, Jignesh Sanghvi has played a central role in Dubai Multi Commodities Centre’s (DMCC) transformation, helping the organisation navigate periods of global disruption while driving digitalisation, operational efficiency and long-term financial resilience.

Kais Ben Hamida

CFO, du

Kais commands over 30 years of international experience in financial leadership, corporate strategy, M&A and business transformation. He has strengthened financial performance, directed capital towards 5G, digital infrastructure and fintech, and delivered a US$1 billion financing arrangement. He has also led restructurings and turnarounds, and serves on boards.

Adil Abdullah Al Fahim

CFO, Dubai Airports

Adil Al Fahim leads financial and supply management strategies, governance, risk and legal functions. He built the company’s first finance department from the ground up and later led procurement and legal, developing one of the Middle East’s leading supply management teams. A seasoned leader with extensive experience in finance, management and auditing, he serves on several boards and has received industry recognition, including a lifetime achievement award.

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