Mohamad K.

Mohamad Kaissi is a distinguished compliance, governance, and risk management professional with extensive experience in financial services. He currently serves as a Board Compliance Committee Member at a leading bank in the UAE and a Board and Compliance Committee Member at a financial technology company in Riyadh, where he provides strategic oversight on regulatory compliance, corporate governance, and risk management frameworks. Previously, Mohamad was the Chief Audit Executive (CAE) of a prominent bank, where he led the internal audit function. In this role, he played a key part in strengthening the bank’s governance structure, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements, and implementing best practices in risk management and internal controls. Before that, he worked as a Senior Manager at Deloitte in Riyadh, advising financial institutions on compliance, internal audit, and risk management strategies, helping them navigate complex regulatory landscapes and enhance their governance frameworks. His expertise is backed by a range of globally recognized certifications, including Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), and Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS). He is also a PECB ISO 31000 Risk Manager and holds a Certificate in Risk Management Assurance (CRMA) from the Institute of Internal Auditors. A sought-after compliance and audit expert, Mohamad is known for his ability to bridge regulatory requirements with practical applications. His hands-on approach to compliance, internal audit, and risk management has enabled financial institutions to strengthen their frameworks, mitigate regulatory risks, and enhance board oversight. With a unique combination of board leadership, executive audit experience, and specialized compliance knowledge, Mohamad continues to be a driving force in shaping the future of compliance, governance, and risk management across financial institutions companies in the region.