Global Management Consultancy, Arthur D. Little (ADL), today announced Zayd Raoof has been appointed as a Partner in its Financial Services practice. He will be based in Dubai.
With nearly 15 years in strategy consulting, Zayd has a commendable track record advising financial institutions and governments on strategic and transformational endeavors. Previously a Principal at ADL, Zayd’s most recent role includes working at Strategy&, where he was responsible for commercial development and the implementation of key strategic assignments for major financial services institutions.
Zayd is a passionate leader with a track record in building practices, nurturing teams, and winning business with an established network of clients in the Financial Services sector. During his career, he has advised on several critical client priorities including corporate strategy, organizational transformation, innovation programs, digital strategy, and digital transformation. He also previously designed, built, and ran a $2bn innovation accelerator on behalf of a major government entity.
Philippe de Backer, Managing Partner, Global Practice Leader for Financial Services at ADL, comments: “Zayd’s return to Arthur D. Little marks an exciting chapter for our Financial Services practice. His extensive experience, proven leadership, and deep knowledge of the industry make him a valuable addition to our team. We look forward to leveraging his expertise to provide innovative solutions and drive success for our clients in this ever-evolving financial landscape."
Zayd Raoof, Partner at ADL, says: “The nature of our client dialogue in Financial Services is radically shifting focus. More than ever before, strategists need to be conversant in multiple disciplines. Banks must respond to the new banking paradigm in a disruptive and tech-enabled manner. I am thrilled to be rejoining ADL as a Partner and be part of an organization that understands the importance of adapting to this dynamic environment. Together, we will help our clients navigate the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead, delivering value and driving growth in this rapidly evolving sector."
Zayd holds an MSc Development Economics Degree from the University of London, and a BSc International Economics Honours from Lougborough University.
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