ADS Securities to offer American Express Centurion Card®
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - ADS Securities, the Abu Dhabi-based and owned international financial services firm, has partnered with American Express Middle East to expand the range of benefits available to its ultra-high net worth Wealth Management clients.
The new partnership with American Express Middle East means that ADS Securities clients can now access the exclusive American Express Centurion Card®, which is available by invitation only. It offers the ultimate in personal, expert service, combined with a unique package of benefits and features that are tailored to meet the needs of a very distinct and select group of individuals.
The Centurion Card, is made of titanium, one of the world's rarest metals. After being heated to a temperature of 1,688°C, the metal is carefully handcrafted and individually finished - making it the only one of its kind.
Centurion benefit from access to a concierge service that is on hand to take care of their every need. Members have a dedicated Relationship Manager and round-the-clock access to a team of service professionals who provide specialist help and advice on travel, entertainment and lifestyle matters, whether it entails facilitating travel bookings to support complex international itineraries or booking events at some of the world's most sought-after venues.
Matteo Legler, Chief Operating Officer, Head of Global Markets, Wealth Management & Asset Management at ADS Securities, commented: "Abu Dhabi is becoming a wealth centre of choice, and we are pleased to be able to bring innovation and real benefits to the sector. From its early days, the ADS Securities Wealth Management team has offered investment expertise and operational excellence which is both transparent and discreet. This partnership is a natural next step - our top wealth management clients can now benefit from the ultimate in lifestyle and travel services with the Centurion Card."
"American Express is committed to delivering the highest level of premium servicing, benefits and one-of-a-kind experiences. We are proud to partner with leading financial institutions that share our commitment to delivering only the best, and we are therefore delighted to announce our partnership with ADS Securities to offer Centurion, American Express' most exclusive membership," said Usman Arif, Vice President UAE, American Express Middle East.
He added, "Centurion is intended for people who demand a high level of personal service. Not only do they want to ease and facilitate their busy lifestyles, they want special access to unique experiences and expert services globally and at home. We look forward to working with ADS Securities to extend Centurion's many unique benefits to a select group of their clients."
Through organic growth and strategic partnerships ADS Securities has become a leading financial services firm which offers international knowledge, expertise and standards, combined with strong regional knowledge and an Abu Dhabi heritage.
ADS Securities launched its Wealth Management business in late 2014 with the aim of redefining the way that investments services are provided. Led by Matteo Legler, the team does not have the historical limitations of private banks or the product and service restrictions associated with international investment firms - it takes the best parts of both to provide high quality, bespoke wealth management and investment banking services.
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About ADS Securities LLC:
ADS Securities is an Abu Dhabi based and owned international financial services company, dedicated to providing the highest quality investment opportunities for institutional, private and retail clients. With regional offices in London and Hong Kong it offers unique wealth management, asset management, capital market and trading services delivered by market experts. It has made a significant investment into proprietary multi-asset trading technology which is central to its ability to access liquidity and assets, as well as delivering the highest quality products and services. Investment has also been made into people with the development of experienced, highly qualified teams with diverse backgrounds committed to a vision of becoming a leader in global business. Through organic growth, acquisition and strategic partnerships, ADS Securities has created a financial services firm which offers international knowledge, expertise and standards, but with the regional sensitivity and cultural identity of Abu Dhabi. ADS Securities is regulated by the Central bank of the UAE, the FCA in the UK and the SFC in Hong Kong. For more information please go to www.ads-securities.com
About American Express Middle East:
American Express Middle East (Middle East) B.S.C. (c) - American Express Middle East (AEME) provides reliable, flexible, tailored and rewarding solutions for its Cardmembers, merchants and business partners.
American Express began operations in the MENA region in 1959 and set up its first office in Bahrain in 1977. In 1992, American Express Middle East B.S.C (c) was established in Bahrain as a joint venture company owned by American Express and Mawarid Investment Limited. Today, American Express Middle East employs more than 500 staff in the region, covering its consumer card, corporate payments and merchant businesses across all the Middle East and North Africa region.
For more information, please contact:
Nader Abou-Guendia, Communications Director, ADS Securities
Tel: +971 2 657 2413
Mob: +971 56 683 8574
Email: nag.mkt@ads-securities.com
For further media information, please contact:
Samar AbdelHuq
Senior Account Director
Memac Ogilvy Public Relations
Tel: (+973) 17561716
Mob: (+973)34318413
Email: samar.abdelhuq@oglivy.com
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