StashAway, a digital investment platform operating across Asia and the Middle East, has named Raaed Sheibani as its new Country Manager for the UAE.
His appointment coincides with StashAway’s participation in the Dubai International Financial Centre’s (DIFC) ‘1 Million Learners’ initiative as a founding partner.
In his new role, Raaed will oversee StashAway’s strategic development in the UAE, with an emphasis on supporting young professionals and high net worth individuals in building long-term wealth.
The company, under his leadership, plans to develop its offerings in private markets and Shariah-compliant investments, improve customer experience, and extend its financial education programmes in the country.
“The UAE is a strategic market for us. With its thriving expatriate community and a rising generation of young investors, we are seeing strong demand for sophisticated, globally diversified investment solutions,”
said Michele Ferrario, Co-founder and Chief Executive Officer of StashAway.
“Raaed brings deep local insights and a genuine passion for financial inclusion – exactly what we need to drive our next chapter in the UAE.”
Raaed has a background in fintech, strategy consulting, business development and product management.
Prior to joining StashAway, he was Head of Growth and Operations at Qlub, a global software-as-a-service payments firm, where he led customer and product development for the UAE.
“I am excited to join a company that is truly focused on empowering people to invest, save and learn,”
said Raaed Sheibani.
“There is a clear need in the UAE for an investment platform that is simple, transparent and cost effective. I look forward to deepening our local impact by enhancing our offering to meet the needs of UAE investors and expanding our financial education efforts.”
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