Abdeen Wahab.
About Abdeen Wahab.
Abdeen Wahab serves as the Vice President of Strategic Initiatives at MD Financial Management, where he has worked since 2015. With a background in risk operations at Bank of America and significant achievements in program delivery and stakeholder engagement, he has played a key role in shaping the organization's strategic direction.
Current Role at MD Financial Management
Abdeen Wahab serves as the Vice President of Strategic Initiatives at MD Financial Management since 2015. In this role, he focuses on developing and executing strategic plans that align with the company's objectives. He has transformed the vision for a Brokerage Platform into a clear executable roadmap, engaging various stakeholders and negotiating financial terms. His responsibilities also include advising the Board of Directors on risks, issues, program profitability, and budgeting activities.
Previous Experience at Bank of America
Prior to his current position, Abdeen Wahab worked at Bank of America as Vice President of Risk Operations from 1999 to 2010. During his 11 years in this role, based in the Ottawa, Canada Area, he contributed to various risk management initiatives. His experience in this capacity provided him with a strong foundation in operational risk and strategic planning.
Leadership at MD Financial Management
Abdeen Wahab held the position of Vice President of Operations at MD Financial Management from 2010 to 2015. In this role, he implemented Agile methodologies, which significantly decreased program delivery timeframes. His efforts reduced the time to market from 18-24 months to less than 12 months. He also chaired project governance committees, overseeing project prioritization and funding requests.
Educational Background
Abdeen Wahab earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Mass Communications from Carleton University, where he studied from 1994 to 1998. His educational background has contributed to his expertise in strategic communication and project management within the financial sector.