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Back to EpisodesEp 17. Profits are not everything : a discussion on development banks with Ahmed Al Naqbi
Episode 17
Published 1 year, 9 months ago
Description
In this episode, H. E. Ahmed Al Naqbi, CEO of Emirates Development Bank, explains the key differences between a commercial bank and a development bank, and argues that social objectives make a banker's life more enriching.
How does a development bank carry out financial underwriting to optimize approval decisions? How are employees measured? Does social impact trump profit objectives?
In an intimate conversation between two ex-colleagues, Ahmed Al Naqbi and Suvo Sarkar discuss how new joiners can create a lasting impact, the ideal career path for aspiring CEOs and the secret to a perfect work-life balance.