THE MIDDLE EAST’S
33. Sherif ElRafie
Designation: CEO
Company: ABK Wealth Management
Nationality: Egyptian - American
Headquarters: Kuwait
ElRafie assumed his current position in 2025. In January 2026, Al Ahli Bank of Kuwait (ABK) launched the new brand identity ABK Wealth Management, bringing together ABK Capital and ABK’s Private Banking division. The firm had $3.25 billion in assets under management in 2025. Between 2025–2026, ABK Wealth Management introduced new private credit solutions through direct lending and asset-backed credit; provided access to US real estate for opportunistic growth and diversification; and launched a global Infrastructure solution for long-term investments. ElRafie previously held managerial roles at Kamco Invest, among others.