Al Baraka Islamic Bank Welcomes Hussain Atiyah as Chief Corporate and Institutional Banking Officer

TDT | Manama
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Al Baraka Islamic Bank, one of Bahrain's leading Islamic financial institutions, has appointed Mr. Hussain Yousif Atiyah as its Chief Corporate and Institutional Banking Officer. This appointment underscores the bank's commitment to nurturing national talent and building a robust leadership team to drive its growth and strategic objectives.

Mr. Hussain Atiyah brings nearly 20 years of international banking expertise, having held senior roles at top-tier financial institutions, including Citibank Bahrain, Standard Chartered Bank, and HSBC Bahrain. Notably, he served as Head of Commercial Banking Services at Citibank Bahrain for almost a decade, overseeing operations in both Bahrain and Jordan.

Commenting on the appointment, Dr. Adel Salem, Chief Executive Officer of Al Baraka Islamic Bank, said, "We are delighted to welcome Mr. Hussain Atiyah to our executive management team. His extensive experience and proven leadership will be instrumental in driving the bank’s corporate and institutional banking strategies. We look forward to his contributions to our continued growth and success."

Expressing his enthusiasm, Mr. Hussain Atiyah remarked, "I am honored to join Al Baraka Islamic Bank and to contribute to its vision of excellence in Islamic banking. I extend my gratitude to the Board of Directors and CEO for their trust and look forward to collaborating with the team to achieve the bank's strategic goals."

Mr. Atiyah holds an MBA from the University of Strathclyde in Scotland, UK, and a Bachelor’s degree in Management and Marketing from Ahlia University. He also possesses a Diploma in Business and Finance, complementing his extensive experience in shaping corporate banking strategies across international financial institutions.