THE MIDDLE EAST’S

11. Hana Al Rostamani

Designation: Group CEO
Company: First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB)
Residence: UAE
Nationality: Emirati
Sector: Banking

Al Rostamani assumed her current position in 2021. FAB has over 140 branches across 22 markets, serving over four million customers. In 2025, FAB became the first regional bank to deploy an AI Agent Board Observer and launched its Agentic AI platform, delivering up to 20% efficiency and productivity gains across various processes. In February 2026, FAB released its dirham-backed stablecoin DDSC with IHC, and Sirius International Holding, after Central Bank of the UAE’s approvals. In Q1 2026, FAB reported $405.9 billion in total assets. Al Rostamani also serves as co-vice chair of the executive board of directors of the US-UAE Business Council and a board member of the Institute of International Finance.