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Salman, a dual Chartered Accountant accredited by both ICAP and ICAEW, excels in dynamic work settings, consistently upholding high service standards with unwavering integrity and professionalism.
Salman is a seasoned finance professional with 24 years of experience, notably serving 16 years in the GCC region.
Worked in esteemed organizations including EY, Grant Thornton, and Baker Tilly.
Served as Managing Director and Head of KSA Advisory, and Partner in Corporate Finance at Baker Tilly since 2012.
Previously worked as Manager Valuations and Business Modelling at EY Bahrain, focusing on financial sectors such as banks, insurance, energy, hospitality, healthcare, education, and real estate.
Key focus areas include strategy development, business planning, M&A, feasibility studies, market analysis, valuation, due diligence, and fundraising.
Extensive understanding across industries including oil and gas, energy, infrastructure, healthcare, banking, education, petrochemicals, hospitality, real estate, retail, e-commerce, logistics, and advanced manufacturing.
Conducted over 500 valuations, engaged in 200 due diligence assignments, and formulated 250 business plans and feasibility studies.
Contributed significantly to numerous M&A projects during a 20-year advisory tenure.
Equipped to provide insightful advice across diverse sectors, delivering results-driven solutions to help clients achieve strategic objectives.
Usman possesses extensive experience serving clients across diverse sectors, having worked with prestigious firms including EY, Grant Thornton, and Baker Tilly while working in audit & assurance, Financial consulting and accounting advisory.
He has held executive positions within regulated financial services institutions.
Usman is a Fellow Member of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants and holds a Bachelor’s degree in accounting and finance.
Rashid is a seasoned finance professional with expertise in deal valuation, structuring, and financial modelling across diverse industries.
Holds an MBA in Finance from the Indian Institute of Management and a B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering.
Additionally, he is a certified Financial Risk Manager (FRM) by the Global Association of Risk Professionals (GARP).
Known for strategic advisory services to high-profile clients, including GCC government entities and projects like NEOM.
Track record in deal valuation of multi-asset classes, totaling over USD 4 billion, and successfully closed project finance and private equity transactions worth over USD 3 billion.
Advisory services span across various industries, with expertise in financial institutions, innovative fintech ventures, infrastructure, real estate, distressed debt, education, automotive, and FMCG sectors.
Geographically experienced in GCC, Turkey, US, Europe, and India, demonstrating comprehensive understanding of regulatory frameworks and market-specific strategies
Proficient in regulatory environments, collaborating with financial authorities and structuring complex offshore investment strategies.
Expertise acknowledged by regulatory bodies like FCA, DFSA, and FSRA, highlighting ability to navigate intricate regulatory landscapes.
Comprehensive background in both debt and equity finance, managing intricate deals including special situation debt structuring, SPAC structures, and IPO readiness programs.
Holds advisory roles such as Strategic Advisor to CEOs and Board advisor, dedicated to fostering organizational growth and success
