Anand Sampath is an accomplished banking professional with extensive experience in cash management and product development. Currently serving as Executive Director and Head of Global Payables & Receivables at First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) since April 2017, Anand has previously held senior roles including Head of Product Management & Channels at First Gulf Bank and Regional Head MENA for Product Business Management at HSBC. Anand's career also includes significant positions at HSBC Bank plc, SunTec Business Solutions, and Polaris Software Lab Limited, focusing on product management and consulting across various regions. Beginning career at HDFC Bank Limited, Anand played a crucial role in establishing the bank's Data Centre and implementing its Core Banking Solution. Anand holds a degree from Madras University and a Diploma in Systems Management.