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In the past year alone, the campaign has removed 6,828 kilograms of high-altitude waste and 120
tons of construction debris from fragile natural sites across Nepal, Pakistan, and Egypt. It has also
supported 296 local businesses through local procurement and operational partnerships.
Trader’s choice platform – Tickmill

Over the past year, Tickmill has achieved significant milestones, particularly in the MENA region,
where trading volumes exceeded $135 billion alone. This marks 54% year-over-year growth. The
company has expanded its copy trading capabilities through integration with SoFinX, giving clients
access to over 10,000 signal providers. Additionally, Tickmill launched a unique interest programme
on unused client funds and maintained strong client engagement through regional promotions and
educational initiatives. The company stands out because it combines low trading costs, deep
localization in key regions like MENA, and a strong commitment to trader education and
transparency. Tickmill has positively impacted the Middle East’s finance sector through these
pillars by offering a strong regional presence, Arabic-language support, and consistent outreach
through seminars and events.
Trading platform of the year – CFI

CFI had a landmark year in 2024. In Q4 2024, the company shattered previous records, surpassing
$1.12 trillion in trading volume, which even exceeded Q3’s $1.03 trillion. The final quarter brought a
27% increase from Q3 in active clients, a 39% increase in client funding and a 120% year-over-year
increase in new clients, reflecting traders and investors solid demand for the company’s services.
The company was also focused on industry-leading partnerships and expansion. These include the
launch of the Trading Transparency+ Program, an initiative dedicated to market education, trading
realities, and risk awareness, reinforcing CFI’s commitment to responsible trading.
Most innovative trading platform – Al Ramz

Al Ramz continues to deliver strong digital growth in line with its vision of building a comprehensive
financial platform, recording a 365% increase in online revenues, 64% growth in customer
acquisition, and a 63% rise in client portfolios. These results reflect our focus on innovation,
accessibility, and user experience. The integration of generative AI into THOR has enhanced client
interactions with smarter insights and personalized content.
CFO of the year – Norman Tambach, Mashreq

Norman Tambach has had a transformative impact on the finance sector in the Middle East by
redefining what it means to be a modern CFO, from delivering strong financial results and executing
major transactions for Mashreq. He is a true leader and see a vision beyond numbers. Over the past
year, Tambach has delivered a series of milestone achievements. One major achievement was the
sale of 65% stake in Neopay, Mashreq’s digital payments subsidiary. Completed in December 2024,
this transaction generated AED 1.3 billion in net profit. It is regarded as one of the Middle East’s
most significant private FinTech deals. Furthermore, under Tambach’s guidance, Mashreq achieved
record-breaking financial results for FY 2024. Total assets grew 11% year-on-year to AED 267 billion.
Lifetime achievement award – Meshal Jaber AlFaras, Janus Henderson

With over 25 years of experience in the financial industry, Meshal Jaber AlFaras is one of the region’s
most respected voices in institutional finance. In the past 12 months, he has delivered milestone
achievements for Janus Henderson and the wider industry, including spearheading the firm’s
deepened regional footprint, securing and overseeing a landmark acquisition, driving thought
leadership, and shaping the development of Shariah-compliant and regionally tailored investment

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