Shaker Zainal

Shaker Zainal is an accomplished financial professional with extensive experience in leadership roles across various financial institutions. Currently serving as the Chief Business Officer at Emirates Development Bank since March 2020, Shaker also holds multiple significant positions including Deputy Chairman of the Board at Amlak Finance PJSC and Board Member at Rawabi Holding Group. Additionally, Shaker has contributed as a Financial Court Expert for the Ministry of Justice in the UAE and as an Accountant Specialist at Dubai Court, showcasing a robust mix of expertise in both banking and legal financial matters. Previous roles include leadership positions at Commercial Bank International, Mashreq Bank, and HSBC, which have collectively shaped a strong foundation in retail banking and SME finance. Shaker holds an Executive MBA from Hult International Business School and a Bachelor's degree in Accounting from UAE University.