Shafique Ibrahim

CDIO at Al Fardan Group

Shafique Ibrahim, an influential leader with 20 years of industry experience, spearheading advancements in Fintech and payments with expertise in payment solutions, cross-border remittances, mobile payments, blockchain, and digital transformation. He has worked with several Banks and Financial institutes globally, partnered with Fintech and Startups to enable digital payment services. He spearheads digital transformation and is responsible for the overall IT Operations at Al Fardan Group, a renowned family business in the Gulf region. A thought-leader and subject-matter expert, delivering IT projects combined with natural business acumen to provide leadership on critical growth initiatives within the payment industry. Shafique holds a master's degree in Information Technology. A member, advisor, and speaker on the innovations in digital payments and financial technology. He has received CIO awards at several forums and recognized as 50 Most Influential Payment Professional.