Peter Akwaboah
About Peter Akwaboah
Peter Akwaboah is the Chief Operating Officer at Fannie Mae, with a background in leadership roles at Morgan Stanley and Royal Bank of Scotland, and co-founder of Asia Africa Partners.
Chief Operating Officer at Fannie Mae
Peter Akwaboah is currently the Chief Operating Officer at Fannie Mae. In this position, he works in a hybrid capacity in the United States, overseeing operational efficiencies and ensuring the smooth functioning of the organization's core activities.
Previous Roles at Morgan Stanley
Peter Akwaboah worked at Morgan Stanley from 2015 to 2024. He served as the COO of Operations, Technology, and Firm Resilience from 2021 to 2024 in New York. Before that, he was the Managing Director from 2015 to 2024, during which he contributed significantly to operational and technological advancements.
Leadership Roles at Royal Bank of Scotland
Peter held multiple leadership positions at Royal Bank of Scotland. From 2013 to 2015, he was the Managing Director - COO APAC in Singapore, and before that, from 2008 to 2012, he served as Managing Director and Head of Asia Pacific Operations and Network COOs. His role as the Global Head of Treasury Operations from 2005 to 2008 in the UK further exemplifies his extensive experience in operations and treasury functions.
Education Background
Peter Akwaboah studied Civil Engineering at the University of Birmingham, earning a BEng (Hons) from 1989 to 1992. His educational background lays a solid foundation for his technical and analytical skills, which he has applied throughout his career.
Co-founder of Asia Africa Partners
Peter is the co-founder and chairman of Asia Africa Partners. The organization focuses on promoting business ventures between Asia and Africa. This entrepreneurial endeavor highlights his strong business acumen and commitment to fostering international business relations.