Engaging with multi-stakeholders to find solutions to promote leading AML/CTF practices
About
The FCCG – Europe Chapter, dedicated to support Arab banks operating in Europe, is a regional arm of the MENA FCCG and operates as a distinct body under the umbrella of the MENA FCCG. It sets its own priorities based on members’ feedback and updates the MENA FCCG on key activities and accomplishments while benefiting from MENA FCCG resources including its members’ expertise, its network, global alliances, and strategic partners.
Purpose
Extend MENA FCCG objectives to Europe by bringing together compliance professionals of Arab banks operating in Europe to enhance financial crime literacy and support implementation of leading practices by discussing mutual challenges and sharing experiences, including developed compliance tools.
Arab Bankers’ Association
Propose opportunities for sowing collaborations with compliance activists, promote Chapter key engagements, act as an advisor and assisting the Chair in formulating key focus areas, as well as campaign for the Chapter to participate in policy initiatives.
Themis
Assist Chapter in its outreach activities, assist in diversifying publications via the experience it has attained over the years in financial crime risk management, organize and participate in events, prepare communications, and provide logistical and technical assistance.
Union of Arab Banks (UAB)
Facilitate liaison with Arab Banks across the UK/EU and sow relationships with key international bodies and engagements in public relations & networking initiatives
LSEG
Assist it in weaving relations with industry experts, key international bodies, and regulators through their network as well as promoting the Chapter during events and seminars.
ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Representatives from Strategic Partners along with two members of MENA FCCG as appointed by MENA FCCG Deputy Chair.
Gaby Fadel
Chief Executive Officer
Gaby is a seasoned banker with vast experience in international finance. He has been based in London since 1982. Gaby began his banking career with Credit Lyonnais and then joined Byblos Bank, first in Beirut and then in Brussels. From 1993 until 1999 he worked for Banque Francaise de l'Orient (part of Credit Agricole). From 1999 until he retired in 2022 he was the General Manager of Byblos Bank's branch in London.
Nadia O'Shaughnessy
Head of Insight
Nadia manages the Themis Insight team, leading Themis' financial crime research and training. Nadia has a diverse background in international affairs and research. Prior to joining Themis in 2020, she completed assignments at the United Nations, FTI Consulting, NATO Parliamentary Assembly and European Commission. Nadia has a dual master’s from the London School of Economics and Sciences Po, Paris, and a Double First Class undergraduate degree from the University of Cambridge, all in the sphere of International Relations.
Rasha Mortada
Group Chief Compliance Officer
Ms. Rasha Mortada is a compliance professional, with 24 years of experience in the banking and finance industry with leading global and local institutions. Over 16 years of experience in the compliance field covering multiple roles & responsibilities including Regulatory Compliance, Anti Money Laundering/Counter Terrorist Financing, Sanctions, FATCA/Common Reporting Standard and Conduct Compliance covering Wholesale, Retail, Private, Brokerage, & Asset Management businesses. She holds a bachelor degree in Banking and Finance from the Lebanese American University, an International Diploma in Compliance from the International Compliance Association, and a Fintech qualification from Harvard.
