Reinforcing leadership continuity within Egypt’s financial industry, Hala Hatem Sadek, Chief Executive Officer of Kuwait Finance House – Egypt (KFH-Egypt), has officially retained her seat on the Board of the Federation of Egyptian Banks (FEB) as part of the new board structure approved during the Ordinary General Assembly held on Tuesday, June 3, 2025, at the Federation’s Cairo headquarters.
Sadek’s continued tenure on the board affirms her standing as one of the most respected executives in Egypt’s banking community.
Proven Leadership with Over 30 Years in Regional Banking
With over 30 years of experience across banking, risk management, and financial governance in the MENA region, Hala Sadek is recognized for her expertise and steady leadership. Before joining KFH-Egypt, she held several senior roles at Ahli United Bank Egypt (AUBE), including Chief General Manager of Risk (2005), Deputy CEO of Risk, Legal, Compliance, Finance, IT, and Operations (2009), and ultimately CEO in 2020.
Driving Transformation at KFH-Egypt
Since assuming leadership at KFH-Egypt, Sadek has championed strategic initiatives in digital banking, compliance, and operational modernization—helping the bank expand its footprint and reinforce its role in Islamic finance, in line with the Kuwait Finance House Group’s regional vision.
Influential Voice in Banking Policy and Governance
In addition to her role at KFH-Egypt, Sadek holds several influential positions. She is an active member of high-level committees including the Senior Management Committee, Assets and Liabilities Committee, and Special Assets Committee. She also serves on the board of the United Bank for Commerce and Investment in Libya. She is also a prominent member of the “Top 50 Women Forum”.
Her reappointment to the FEB board—first secured in July 2022—positions her to continue shaping Egypt’s financial policy landscape at a time of critical reform and transformation.Sadek’s presence in boardrooms and executive committees across the region exemplifies the importance of gender diversity in financial leadership and paves the way for greater inclusion.
Supporting FEB’s Long-Term Strategic Goals
The Federation of Egyptian Banks plays a vital role in coordinating policy across financial institutions and working with the Central Bank of Egypt to strengthen the sector’s competitiveness. The 2025 board reshuffle is a strategic step toward enabling a more innovative, inclusive, and digitally agile banking system.
