Hanan Ahmad
About Hanan Ahmad
Hanan Ahmad serves as the Chief Regulatory Affairs & Risk Officer at du since 2023 and has held the position of Chairwoman of the du Gender Balance Council since 2019. She has a background in compliance and corporate affairs, with previous roles at Dubai Group and Zayed University.
Work at du
Hanan Ahmad has been serving as the Chief Regulatory Affairs & Risk Officer at du since 2023. In this role, she oversees regulatory compliance and risk management strategies within the organization. Additionally, she has held the position of Chairwoman of the du Gender Balance Council since 2019, focusing on promoting gender equality and diversity within the company. Prior to her current roles, she acted as the Chief Corporate Affairs Officer at du from 2020 to 2023, where she contributed to corporate governance and stakeholder engagement.
Education and Expertise
Hanan Ahmad studied at Richmond, The American International University in London, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Administration from 2002 to 2006. Her educational background provides a foundation for her expertise in regulatory affairs, risk management, and corporate governance, which she has applied throughout her career in various leadership roles.
Background
Prior to her current position at du, Hanan Ahmad worked at Dubai Group, a member of Dubai Holding, where she served as a Compliance Manager from 2008 to 2010 and as a Marketing Executive from 2007 to 2008. Her experience in compliance and marketing has contributed to her comprehensive understanding of corporate operations. Additionally, she served as an Independent Director on the Audit Committee at Zayed University from 2014 to 2020, further enhancing her governance experience.
Achievements
Hanan Ahmad has held significant leadership roles that reflect her commitment to regulatory affairs and gender balance. As Chairwoman of the du Gender Balance Council, she has been instrumental in initiatives aimed at fostering gender equality within the organization. Her tenure at du and previous roles at Dubai Group and Zayed University demonstrate her dedication to compliance, risk management, and corporate governance.