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www.ceotodaymagazine.com 40 CEO Today Middle East Awards 2018 QATAR BASSEL GAMAL CEO of Qatar Islamic Bank FIRM PROFILE Qatar Islamic Bank (QIB) was the first Islamic bank to start operating in the country in 1982 and it is still the largest today: The Bank currently holds 49% share of the listed Islamic banks and approximately 11% of the total domestic banking sector. As of December 2017, the total Shareholders’ Equity of the bank amounted to QAR 15.3 billion (4.2 billion US Dollars) with total assets reaching QAR 150 billion (41 billion US Dollars). QIB conducts its domestic business through a modern branch network spread throughout Qatar with key branches featuring distinctive centers with specialized relationship managers focused on servicing specific customer segments: Private Banking Centers, Affluent Banking Centers, Small & Medium Enterprises (SME) Centers as well as Ladies Banking Centers. In addition to its branch network, the Bank has accelerated its investments in digital channels providing its services through multi-functional ATMs, mobile and internet banking applications for individuals and companies, and an award winning Call Center. QIB’s growth strategy is built on its position as a leading Islamic Bank with deeply rooted customer relationships and strong engagement with the local communities. The Bank’s strategy is closely tied with Qatar’s National Vision 2030 and the Government’s commitment to investments in the country’s infrastructure, the diversification of the economy and the development of a strongprivate sector. QIB is a stable financial group covering all segments of the financial markets, including individuals, government institutions, large corporations and SMEs providing innovative Sharia-compliant banking solutions. Driven by a genuine commitment to continuously increase value for its customers, its shareholders and the Qatari society, QIB will keep on focusing on being a customer-centric, efficient bank meeting the expectations of all its stakeholders. ABOUT BASSEL GAMAL Mr. Bassel Gamal, holds the position of QIB’s Group CEO since February 2013; having amassed over 25 years of experience in the banking and finance industry. He’s currently the Chairman of QIB-UK and a Board Member of Qinvest. His career started with Commercial International Bank (Chase National Bank) in Egypt, in 1990 for more than a decade. In 2001, he joined Ahli United Bank Group in Bahrain during which he held many positions, last of which was Senior Deputy Group CEO - Banking Group. He was Ahli Bank’s Deputy CEO in Qatar from 2004 until 2006, at which point he moved on to become the CEO until early 2009. www.qib.com.qa