Dr. Hamed Merah

• Internationally recognized leader and expert in the Islamic Economy & Financial industry, with an extensive track record of achievements during his career encompassing Banking, Investment Banking, Insurance (Takaful), and the development of related Industry Standard-setting. Leading one of the most important specialized international organizations in the industry (with activities and members in more than 45 countries), and transforming its technical, structural, administrative aspects while developing its financial resources. Managing and developing enduring relationships with all stakeholders in international governments, regulatory and supervisory authorities and financial institutions, alongside working extensively with international organizations and top consulting, legal, audit firms and universities. Utilising his academic background and experience in scientific research, training, governance, compliance and standard-setting, with specialization in jurisprudence and Shari’ah.
• Consultant to numerous companies, governments and semi-government institutions about Islamic Economy & Finance including structuring of products, and formulating regulations and standards by-laws.
• Trainer delivering courses and workshops; including as keynote speaker in numerous  specialized Conferences in more than 30 countries.
• Member of several international advisory boards & councils; including:
  • International Monetary Fund (IMF) Interdepartmental Working Group on Islamic Finance (October 2014 – January 2018)
  • International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) Islamic Finance Consultative Group (2015 – January 2018)
  • Advisory Council on Islamic Finance of the Astana International Financial Centre, Kazakhstan (2018 – 2019)
• Delivered key Research Papers; and Author of two published books.
• PhD and MSC, The Higher Judicial Institute in Riyadh.
• Former Professor for MSc students, The Higher Judicial Institute.
• Former Secretary General and Board of Trustees member, Accounting & Auditing Organization for Islamic Financial Institutions (AAOIFI).