Top 100 Arabs 2024

15. Hana Al Rostamani

Group CEO First Abu Dhabi Bank

Origin: UAE

Residence: UAE

Sector: Finance

2023 Rank: 16

Hana Al Rostamani is a trailblazing leader in the banking sector, currently serving as the group CEO of First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB). She has played a pivotal role in reinforcing FAB’s position as a powerhouse in the financial industry.

In 2023, the bank achieved remarkable financial results, exemplified by the net profit, which soared to Dhs16.4bn, marking a 56 per cent increase.

Total income surged to Dhs27.8bn, reflecting broad-based growth across all core businesses. Additionally, total assets witnessed a substantial 5 per cent year-on-year rise, reaching Dhs1.2tn, and further solidifying FAB’s position as the largest bank in the UAE.

In addition to her leadership role at FAB, Hana Al Rostamani also serves as a board member of the UAE-based AW Rostamani Group.

Abdulla Mubarak Al-Khalifa