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QuantMinds International
16 - 19 November 2026
InterContinental O2London

Samar Gad
Associate Professor in Finance at Kingston Business School
Speaker

Profile

Dr Samar Gad is Director of MBA Programmes at Kingston Business School, Kingston University. Her research focuses on emerging market finance specialising in dynamic portfolio optimisation and spill-over risk in financial systems. Having extensive experience in financial markets, she brings insights into financial modelling, enterprise valuation, and strategic planning. She teaches corporate finance and alternative investments on Kingston's MBA and executive programmes. She mentors professionals, helping them progress in their careers and land leading managerial roles across various industries.