Speaking at #MoneyTech2026 on Nov 1 in Kuwait. Abdulaziz Yaqoub Al-Babtain, CEO of @OoredooKuwait, will deliver the opening keynote at #MoneyTech2026 on Sunday, Nov 1, at The St. Regis Kuwait. Ooredoo Kuwait is the strategic partner of MoneyTech 2026, the fifth edition of Kuwait's annual summit exploring the intersection of technology and money. Looking to attend? Register today at moneytechme.com (link in bio). Abdulaziz has decades of experience in telecommunications, technology, and sales. He has played a key role in shaping Ooredoo Kuwait’s strategy, driving its B2B, ICT, and digital transformation initiatives, and mentoring executive leaders across the company. Widely commended for his passion for innovation and leadership, Abdulaziz continues to champion Kuwait’s IT sector and enable change across the region. Register at moneytechme.com (link in bio) to join us on Nov 1 in Kuwait.

We’re excited to announce that #MoneyTech2026 will open on Sunday, Nov 1, at The St. Regis Kuwait with a fireside chat featuring Abdulaziz Al-Babtain, CEO @OoredooKuwait. His conversation will set the stage for a morning of keynotes, fireside chats, and panels with expert speakers from across the Gulf. Looking to attend? Get your free seat today at moneytechme.com. Ooredoo Kuwait is our strategic partner this year, and Abdulaziz brings decades of experience in telecommunications, technology, and sales. He has played a key role in shaping the company’s strategy, driving its B2B, ICT, and digital transformation initiatives, and mentoring executive leaders across the organization. Widely commended for his passion for innovation and leadership, Abdulaziz continues to champion Kuwait’s IT sector and enable change across the region. Register at moneytechme.com to join us on Nov 1 in Kuwait.

Ali Al-Ebrahim, Founder and CEO of COFE Tech, will speak on the panel “M&A: A survival move or a buyer’s opportunity?” at #MoneyTech2026 on Sunday, Nov 1, at The St. Regis Kuwait. Looking to attend? Get your seat today at moneytechme.com. COFE Tech is a leading operator of agentic AI enterprises and provider of intelligent procurement and commerce infrastructure. Since founding the company in Kuwait in 2018, Ali has built it into a business valued at $178 million, serving more than 1,000 clients operating 3,000 outlets across Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, and the United Arab Emirates. Under his leadership, COFE Tech has built Agentic Procurement and Agentic Commerce on one core platform, enabling AI agents to monitor business activity, anticipate needs, and act on behalf of clients. Its clients include Emirates, Etihad Airways, Kuwait Airways, Al-Futtaim Group, Kuwait Finance House, the Central Bank of Kuwait, and stc. In September 2026, COFE Tech closed a pre-IPO funding round co-led by Aramco’s Wa’ed Ventures, Aditum Investment Management, Masarrah Investment Company, and Alyasra Foods. The company is targeting a listing in Saudi Arabia by 2029. Register at moneytechme.com to join us on Nov 1 in Kuwait.

Noura Al-Abdulkareem, Executive Director of Markets at Boursa Kuwait, will moderate the panel “Investing Through Uncertainty: Resilience, Risk and Opportunity” at #MoneyTech2026 on Sunday, Nov 1, at The St. Regis Kuwait. Looking to attend? Get your seat today at moneytechme.com. Noura oversees client services and business development and plays a key role in advancing the exchange’s market-development agenda. She leads engagement with issuers, intermediaries, investors, and regulatory authorities, helping identify and develop initiatives that support Boursa Kuwait’s strategic objectives and the continued development of Kuwait’s capital market. In her role, she focuses on enhancing the exchange’s value proposition across its key stakeholder groups. She oversees initiatives aimed at strengthening issuer services, supporting the quality and diversity of listed securities, improving the experience of intermediaries and investors, and developing products and services that contribute to greater market participation and liquidity. She is also actively involved in the development and implementation of key market initiatives, working closely with regulatory authorities, market participants, and post-trade stakeholders to support the evolution of Kuwait’s capital-market infrastructure and broaden investor access. With nearly two decades of experience across finance, investments, and capital markets, she brings expertise in market development, stakeholder engagement, and strategic execution, with a continued focus on strengthening the competitiveness and accessibility of Kuwait’s capital market. Register at moneytechme.com to join us on Nov 1 in Kuwait.

Ali AlQadhi, CEO of BlackRock Kuwait and Head of Kuwait & Qatar Client Business, will speak on the panel “Investing Through Uncertainty: Resilience, Risk and Opportunity” at #MoneyTech2026 on Sunday, Nov 1, at The St. Regis Kuwait. Looking to attend? Get your seat today at moneytechme.com. Ali is a Managing Director and a member of BlackRock’s Middle East Leadership Team, based in Kuwait City. In his role, he is responsible for building and enhancing BlackRock’s partnerships with Kuwait and Qatar’s sovereign wealth funds, pension funds, central banks, foundations, and other financial institutions by understanding their objectives and delivering on their needs through BlackRock’s breadth and depth of solutions. He is also responsible for setting Kuwait & Qatar’s strategy and executing on its growth and ambitions. Prior to joining BlackRock in 2023, Ali spent 11 years at Kuwait Investment Office (KIO) in London. Latterly, he was a Portfolio Manager and Head of UK Equities, and previously a Portfolio Manager for European Equities. Prior to that, he was the lead analyst on multiple infrastructure transactions with Wren House Infrastructure (a subsidiary of the Kuwait Investment Authority) and the Private Equity team at KIO in London. He was also Chairman of IPT-FAM España, an industrial company based in Spain, in 2023 and a board member from 2016 to 2022. Additionally, he spent time in a variety of roles at Kuwait Investment Authority and Boubyan Capital in Kuwait, as well as Wafra Inc. in New York. Ali was a member of the Asset Owners Council at the CFA Society of the UK in London from 2017 to 2023. He graduated from Kuwait University with a BBA majoring in Finance & Financial Institutions, and obtained two master’s degrees, one in Finance from London Business School and another in Tax Law from the University of Oxford, graduating with Merit. He is also a CFA charterholder. Register at moneytechme.com to join us on Nov 1 in Kuwait.

Ahmad Boushahri, Principal and Head of Kuwait at The Carlyle Group, will speak on the panel “Investing Through Uncertainty: Resilience, Risk and Opportunity” at #MoneyTech2026 on Sunday, Nov 1, at The St. Regis Kuwait. Looking to attend? Get your seat today at moneytechme.com. Ahmad has spent most of his career in alternative investments, spanning hedge funds, real estate, private credit, and private equity. Prior to joining Carlyle, he was Director of International Equities and Fixed Income at InvestGB, where his responsibilities included portfolio management and working with global partners on the structuring and distribution of private credit and private equity products. Earlier in his career, he served as Chief Executive Officer of Al Mutawer Real Estate Company and as an executive board member of the National Fund for Small and Medium Enterprise Development. He began his investment career as a long/short equity analyst at ASIYA Investments, covering Asian markets, and completed the analyst training program at Wafra Inc. in 2008. He holds an MBA from INSEAD and a BSc in Finance and Computer Information Systems from Arizona State University. He is a CFA charterholder. Register at moneytechme.com to join us on Nov 1 in Kuwait.

Johny Awwad, Country CEO of CFI Kuwait, will join us for a fireside chat at #MoneyTech2026 on Sunday, Nov 1, at The St. Regis Kuwait. Looking to attend? Get your seat today at moneytechme.com. Johny brings over a decade of experience in financial services, client relationship management, and commercial leadership. Since joining CFI in 2018, he has advanced through key roles where he played a pivotal role in driving growth and client engagement. Today, he leads CFI Kuwait’s operations and expansion, positioning the company as a trusted and innovative financial services provider while championing transparency, performance, and client success. Register at moneytechme.com (link in bio) to join us on Nov 1 in Kuwait.

Ziyad AlFarhan, Discretionary Portfolio Manager at @kficinvest, will speak on the panel “Time to Repatriate Wealth?” at #MoneyTech2026 on Sunday, Nov 1, at The St. Regis Kuwait. Looking to attend? Get your seat today at moneytechme.com. Ziyad specializes in Kuwait and GCC equity markets. He manages client portfolios across a range of risk profiles, with expertise in equity selection, valuation, portfolio construction, and risk management. His approach combines fundamental market analysis with a close assessment of liquidity, macroeconomic conditions, and regional market developments to identify opportunities and effectively manage portfolio risk. Register at moneytechme.com to join us on Nov 1 in Kuwait.

Rahaf Al-Rashed, Vice President, Wealth Management and Business Development at @MARKAZtweets will speak on the panel “Time to Repatriate Wealth?” at #MoneyTech2026 on Sunday, Nov 1, at The St. Regis Kuwait. Want to attend? Save your seat today at moneytechme.com. Rahaf has over eleven years of experience in wealth management, private banking, and investment advisory. Throughout her career, she has built strong relationships with high-net-worth clients, delivering tailored investment solutions across local and international markets. She brings extensive expertise in private wealth management, alternative investments, and strategic client advisory. She previously held positions at Kamco Invest and Burgan Bank. She holds a bachelor’s degree in finance from Kuwait University and has earned executive education certificates from Harvard, Imperial and INSEAD. Register at moneytechme.com to join us on Nov 1 in Kuwait.

Abdullah AbulQassim, Vice President, Wealth Management Department at Kuwait Investment Company (KIC), will speak on the panel “Time to Repatriate Wealth?” at #MoneyTech2026 on Sunday, Nov 1, at The St. Regis Kuwait. Want to attend? Save your seat today at moneytechme.com. Abdullah AbulQassim, MBA, CPM, has more than 20 years of investment experience, specializing in investment management and international asset management. Before joining KIC, he worked at Global Investment House. At KIC, he held several roles in International Asset Management before assuming leadership of Wealth Management, where he focuses on tailored wealth solutions and long-term client relationships aligned with the Company’s strategic objectives. Register at moneytechme.com to join us on Nov 1 in Kuwait.

Fawaz Almutawaa, Assistant Vice President, Private Equity at Kamco Invest, will speak on the panel “Time to Repatriate Wealth?” at #MoneyTech2026 on Sunday, Nov 1, at The St. Regis Kuwait. Want to attend? Save your seat today at moneytechme.com. Fawaz Almutawaa is an Assistant Vice President in the Alternative Investments team at Kamco Invest in Saudi Arabia, where he focuses on executing private investments in technology driven businesses across the Kingdom and the region. Prior to joining Kamco Invest, Fawaz was part of the investment team at Merak Capital, a Saudi based asset manager, where he executed multiple investments in technology and gaming across the full investment lifecycle, including sourcing, diligence, valuation, and transaction structuring. Earlier in his career, Fawaz worked at EY Parthenon’s Strategy and Transactions practice, advising sovereign backed entities and institutional investors across the GCC. His experience included portfolio company valuations for a technology focused venture platform with over USD 2 billion in AUM and the feasibility and structuring of a USD 250 million private credit Fund, alongside other M&A and strategic advisory mandates. Fawaz holds a Bachelor of Science in Finance and Investment Banking from the ICMA Centre at Henley Business School, University of Reading, and has passed the CFA Level I examination. Register at moneytechme.com to join us on Nov 1 in Kuwait.

Bader Al-Attar, Managing Director, Planning & Finance at Kuwait Petroleum Corporation, will join us for a fireside chat at #MoneyTech2026 on Sunday, Nov 1, at The St. Regis Kuwait. Want to attend? Save your seat today at moneytechme.com (link in bio). Bader Ebrahim Al-Attar serves as Managing Director, Planning & Finance at Kuwait Petroleum Corporation, the national oil company of the State of Kuwait. In this role, he is involved in corporate planning, financial strategy, and long-term value creation across the KPC Group. He has represented KPC globally on matters related to business growth, energy financing, innovation, sustainability, and the corporation's energy transition agenda. He has over three decades of experience in the Kuwaiti oil sector and holds a BS in petroleum engineering from the Colorado School of Mines. Register at moneytechme.com (link in bio) to join us on Nov 1 in Kuwait.

Noor Al-Bahar, Managing Director at @talabat Kuwait, will join us for a fireside chat at #MoneyTech2026 on Sunday, Nov 1, at The St. Regis Kuwait. Want to attend? Save your seat today at moneytechme.com (link in bio). Noor Al-Bahar has more than 13 years of professional experience in executive management, banking and investment services, wealth management, business and product development, and financial technology. She is currently Managing Director of Talabat Kuwait, where she oversees the company's overall business in Kuwait, including financial and operational performance, business development and commercial partnerships, and operational efficiency and profitability, in addition to overseeing performance indicators and internal controls. She previously served as General Manager of Dabdoob Kuwait and worked at a number of financial and banking institutions, including NBK Wealth, NBK Capital and HSBC Bank Middle East. She gained experience in wealth and investment portfolio management, corporate and institutional banking, relationship management, credit analysis, and the management and development of digital investment products. She holds an MBA from Cambridge Judge Business School and a bachelor's degree in Industrial and Management Systems Engineering from Kuwait University. Register at moneytechme.com (link in bio) to join us on Nov 1 in Kuwait.

Sherif ElRafie, CEO of ABK Wealth Management, will speak on the panel “M&A: A survival move or a buyer’s opportunity?” at #MoneyTech2026 on Sunday, Nov 1, at The St. Regis Kuwait. Want to attend? Save your seat today at moneytechme.com (link in bio). Sherif ElRafie brings over 20 years of experience in investment banking across the GCC, the Middle East & North Africa, and the United States. He has executed transactions exceeding USD 12 billion in capital markets, mergers and acquisitions, private placements, and structured financing. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and an MBA from the University of Texas, USA, in addition to being a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA). Register at moneytechme.com (link in bio) to join us on Nov 1 in Kuwait.

Hassan Al-Jeshi, CEO of @MalazCapital, will speak on the panel “M&A: A survival move or a buyer’s opportunity?” at #MoneyTech2026 on Sunday, Nov 1, at The St. Regis Kuwait. Want to attend? Save your seat today at moneytechme.com (link in bio). Hassan Al-Jeshi is the CEO of Malaz Capital. In addition to his role as CEO, he serves on the Board of the Saudi Tourism Development Company. He is also a Board Member and the head of the Risk Committee at Scientific and Medical Equipment House Company, a public listed company in Saudi Arabia. Additionally, he holds the position of Board Member and Audit Committee Member at Mohammed Abdulaziz Al Rajhi & Sons Investment Company (Rajhi Invest). Prior to joining Malaz Capital, Al-Jeshi held several senior leadership positions at prominent investment institutions, including Head of Equity Capital Markets at SNB Capital, Head of Investment Banking at Samba Capital, and Group Head of Corporate Finance at Alistithmar Capital. Al-Jeshi has extensive experience in investment, mergers and acquisitions, and capital markets at the local, regional, and international levels. Throughout his career, he has led several landmark investment transactions, most notably the merger between Samba Financial Group and the National Commercial Bank (NCB), where he led Samba Financial Group’s executive team throughout the merger process. As CEO of Malaz Capital, Al-Jeshi led the acquisition of RAM Medical Clinics, one of Saudi Arabia’s leading dental-care chains, through a private investment fund. Al-Jeshi holds a bachelor’s degree in finance from King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals and a master’s degree in finance from The George Washington University in the United States. Register at moneytechme.com (link in bio) to join us on Nov 1 in Kuwait.

Abdulla Bin Desmal, Vice President, Investments at ADNOC Drilling, will speak on the panel “M&A: A survival move or a buyer’s opportunity?” at #MoneyTech2026 on Sunday, Nov 1, at The St. Regis Kuwait. Want to attend? Save your seat today at moneytechme.com (link in bio). Abdulla Bin Desmal is Vice President, Investments at ADNOC Drilling, where he leads the company's investment, M&A, partnership, and capital allocation activities in support of its long-term growth strategy. In his role, he works closely with business leaders and executive management to evaluate new opportunities, expand into adjacent energy services, and strengthen the company's market position. In addition, his role involves commercial negotiations, post-transaction integration, and portfolio management. His experience spans corporate finance, transaction execution and business expansion across the Middle East, Europe and international markets. Prior to joining ADNOC Drilling, Abdulla held several corporate finance and business development roles at DP World, where he was involved in M&A and Joint Venture partnership globally. Abdulla holds a Bachelor's degree in Finance and Economics from Northeastern University and has completed executive finance training with J.P. Morgan. Register at moneytechme.com (link in bio) to join us on Nov 1 in Kuwait.

Mohammed Al-Othman, CEO of Consumer & Digital Banking at the @NBKPage, will join us for a fireside chat at #MoneyTech2026 on Sunday, Nov 1, at The St. Regis Kuwait. Want to attend? Save your seat today at moneytechme.com (link in bio). Mohammed Al-Othman heads Consumer & Digital Banking as the Chief Executive Officer at the National Bank of Kuwait, one of the largest banks in Kuwait and one of the oldest in the region. He has over 25 years of experience across various roles in Kuwait banking industry. He leads a team of ~1,800 and is responsible for the setting and execution of NBK and KNET’s business strategy, in line with three strategic cornerstones: maintaining and strengthening the bank’s leadership position, expanding into new segments beyond the core business; while achieving consistency and growth in profitability. Al-Othman heads consumer banking with the largest products portfolio (cards, loans and liabilities), customer-facing channels like digital, contact center, direct sales, alternate channels (ATM, ITM etc.), one of the largest branch network (70 branches including 4 self-service branches), as well as the largest payment acquiring unit and the first bank to introduce a business banking unit. His leadership has also driven the bank’s mobile application to achieve the highest App Store rating in the market. Al-Othman has driven multiple first in market products and services, accelerated digital transformation through Digital First strategy, and prioritized customer experience. Register at moneytechme.com (link in bio) to join us on Nov 1 in Kuwait.

Haitham Al-Terkait, Deputy Group CEO for Transformation, Technology and Operations at Kuwait Finance House, will deliver a keynote at #MoneyTech2026 on Sunday, Nov 1, at The St. Regis Kuwait. Want to attend? Save your seat today at moneytechme.com (link in bio). Haitham Al-Terkait has held the position of Deputy Group CEO for Transformation, Technology and Operations at Kuwait Finance House since September 2024. In addition, he serves as a board member of International Turnkey Systems Group (ITS) since 2021, and as a board member of KFH Bahrain since March 2023. Al-Terkait brings more than 37 years of knowledge and experience in information technology. Throughout his professional career, he has held numerous prominent leadership positions including Group Chief Technology, Digital Transformation and PMO Officer at Kuwait Finance House from July 2023 to September 2024, Chief Information Officer at Kuwait Finance House from 2021 to June 2023, Infrastructure Services Department Manager at Kuwait Finance House from 2002 to 2012, board member of the Shared Electronic Banking Company (KNET) from 2014 to 2018, and Chief Technology Officer at Warba Bank from 2012 to 2021. He holds a BA in Mechanical Engineering Technology from Metropolitan State University in the US in 1989 and has also completed several leadership training programs from prestigious institutions such as Harvard Business School. Register at moneytechme.com (link in bio) to join us on Nov 1 in Kuwait.

Abdullah AlBaker, lawyer and policy advisor, will moderate #MoneyTech2026 on Sunday, Nov 1, at The St. Regis Kuwait. He will lead the panels on M&A and on repatriating wealth, along with the fireside chats, bringing his legal, regulatory, and investment expertise to the stage. Looking to attend? Register today at moneytechme.com (link in bio). Abdullah has more than 23 years of experience at the intersection of law, finance, and entrepreneurship. Practicing in Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE, he advises family offices, financial institutions, and corporates on investment and private equity transactions. He also serves as a policy advisor to regulators across the GCC and is active as an investor, advisor, and mentor in the venture capital ecosystem. Register at moneytechme.com (link in bio) to join us on Nov 1 in Kuwait.

Welcoming our MoneyTech 2026 Strategic Partner @uic_kuwait! Don't forget to grab your free seat before it's too late. Register at moneytechme.com (link in bio too). See you on November 1 at The St. Regis Kuwait!