Christophe Lalandre
About Christophe Lalandre
Christophe Lalandre serves as the Senior Executive Officer of the Abu Dhabi Global Market Branch at Lombard Odier, a position he has held since 2019. He has extensive experience in private banking and has played a significant role in expanding Lombard Odier's operations in the Middle East.
Work at Lombard Odier
Christophe Lalandre currently serves as the Senior Executive Officer of the Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) Branch at Lombard Odier, a position he has held since 2019. In this role, he has been instrumental in expanding the firm's operations in the Middle East, particularly through the establishment of the ADGM branch. Prior to this, he worked as the Managing Director of the Dubai Representative Office from 2013 to 2019. His tenure at Lombard Odier has been marked by significant contributions to the firm's strategic footprint in the region.
Previous Experience
Before joining Lombard Odier, Christophe Lalandre held various leadership roles in the financial sector. He worked at BNP Paribas as a Director in Abu Dhabi from 1997 to 1999. He then joined Credit Suisse, where he served as Director from 1999 to 2004 in Abu Dhabi and later from 2004 to 2010 in Geneva. Additionally, he was the Executive Vice President at Lombard Odier from 2010 to 2013 in Geneva. His extensive experience spans over two decades in private banking across the Middle East and Europe.
Education and Expertise
Christophe Lalandre has a strong academic background in international economy and finance. He studied at ESCP Europe from 1980 to 1983. He furthered his education at Université Panthéon Sorbonne (Paris I) / IAE Paris, where he focused on International Economy and Finance. This educational foundation supports his leadership role in the financial sector, particularly within the private banking industry in the UAE.
Background
Christophe Lalandre has extensive experience in the financial services industry, particularly in the Middle East. His career spans over 25 years, during which he has developed a deep understanding of the private banking landscape in the region. His work has significantly contributed to the growth and establishment of financial institutions in the UAE, particularly through his roles at Lombard Odier and Credit Suisse.