• Appointment part of CBD's commitment to attracting and retaining top Emirati talent
  • AlHammadi brings over 20 years of experience in retail banking to his new role

Commercial Bank of Dubai (CBD), a leading financial institution in the UAE, has announced the appointment of Khaled AlHammadi as General Manager - Personal Banking Group. In his new role, Mr. AlHammadi will be responsible for managing CBD's retail banking program, including the Personal Banking, Private Banking, and Small to Medium Enterprises (SME) segments. He will also oversee the development of new products and the improvement of processes and technologies to enhance the customer experience.

Mr. AlHammadi is a seasoned Emirati banking executive with over 20 years of experience in retail banking. He joined CBD in 2015 as Head of Retail Sales & Distribution, having previously held several senior management roles with First Abu Dhabi Bank and HSBC Bank in the UAE, including heading the branch network.

Commenting on the appointment, His Excellency Humaid Mohammad Obaid Yousuf Al Qutami, Chairman of CBD, said: “Khaled AlHammadi is a highly accomplished leader with extensive experience in retail banking. His appointment is part of our ongoing commitment to developing and promoting top Emirati talent, and we are confident that his expertise and insights will be invaluable in shaping our strategic direction, driving innovation, and enhancing our client-centric approach.”

Dr. Bernd van Linder, Chief Executive Officer of CBD, added: "Khaled AlHammadi's focus on innovation and customer-centricity will be key to leading our retail banking program. We believe his appointment will accelerate the delivery of our strategy to provide seamless, efficient, and 24x7 services to our customers across all channels."

Mr. AlHammadi also commented on his new role: "I am honored to be appointed as the General Manager of the Personal Banking Group at CBD during this crucial growth phase. My top priorities include driving the growth of our personal banking franchise, enhancing the quality of our services, and leveraging digital banking and advanced technologies to provide our customers with exceptional experiences. I am excited to lead my team in building on our momentum to deliver outstanding customer experiences and expand our business in a strategically sustainable manner."

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About Commercial Bank of Dubai:

Commercial Bank of Dubai was established in 1969 and is registered as a Public Shareholding Company (PSC). The Bank is listed on the Dubai Financial Market and is mostly owned by UAE Nationals, including 20% by the Investment Corporation of Dubai (ICD). Over the years, Commercial Bank of Dubai has built itself into a progressive and modern Banking institution, endowed with a strong financial structure and strong management, as well as a loyal and ever-increasing customer and correspondent base. Today CBD is one of the leading banks in the United Arab Emirates and offers its customers a full range of retail and commercial banking products and services. 

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