Formerly: developed research capabilities in the Middle East and North Africa, Barings and HSBC Securities; Adviser, Cairo Stock Exchange; 2003, Founder, Beryt Financial Advisors, a London-based corporate finance and advisory firm; Head, Middle East & North Africa, Corporate and Investment Banking, Credit Suisse First Boston, London; launched and headed Middle East & Africa Coverage and Investment Banking division, Crédit Agricole CIB, Dubai. Currently, Head of Ultra High Net Worth and Corporate Advisory Group, Middle East & Africa, UBS.