Managing Director - Head Global Subsidiaries, ME & P, Standard Chartered Bank

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Shada El Borno

Managing Director - Head Global Subsidiaries, ME & P

Standard Chartered Bank

Collaborative leader and change maker with almost 29 years of experience in propelling business growth and success on her own terms. Today, as Managing Director and Head of Global Subsidiaries for Middle East and Pakistan at Standard Chartered, she champions leadership that transcends beyond conventional roles.
Recognized as one of the UAE’s most respected senior Emirati female bankers, Shada is a prominent voice advocating for cross industry collaboration, sustainable business practices, genuine diversity of thought and inclusion. Her efforts aim to inspire and pave a braver path for emerging talent.
Shada holds a BSC in Accounting and Finance from the American College of Switzerland and a Postgraduate Certificate in Sustainable Finance from The London Institute of Banking & Finance. She is multilingual (English, Arabic, French) and enjoys a keen interest in fashion and art.

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