Basil M.K. Al-Ghalayini, CEO

Basil is the Founder, Chairman and CEO of BMG Financial Group “BMG”. Previously, he was Managing Director at The International Investor, London, UK, and prior to that, he was with the Investment Management Division of The National Commercial Bank of Saudi Arabia in Jeddah and London. Since BMG’s inception, Basil has been acting as team leader for the equity and debt capital market transactions, such as Rights Issues, IPOs and Private Placements, as well as leading a Government mandated assignment for the comprehensive review of the insurance sector, in order to arrive at a set of recommendations for the sector’s eventual consolidation. He is also a frequent participant in official business delegations representing the private sector of Saudi Arabia. Basil is the Chairman of the Authorized Persons 5th Committee (Advisors and Arrangers) and the Chairman of AkarOne in Saudi Arabia. He is the Non-Executive Director of BMG Wealth LLP in the UK and Chairman of the BMG Foundation. He was the Secretary General of the Arab Bankers Association of the United Kingdom, Vice Chairman of the Saudi-British Businessmen Council, and Chairman of the Saudi-Syrian Businessmen Council. Basil holds a BSc. degree from King Saud University, Saudi Arabia, a CSS from Harvard University, USA, and an IMD from London Business School, UK.

He received his B.Sc. degree from King Saud University, KSA, CSS from Harvard University, USA, and IMD from London Business School, UK.

John Yip , Senior Investment Banker

John is a senior member of BMG’s management and investment banking franchise. His 30+ years’ career has taken him to live and work in Asia and the Arabian Gulf region. John is acknowledged within his network for his prowess as an originator and financial structurer for a multitude of financial asset class and financial structures comprising equity, quasi-equity, bonds, Sukuk, mergers and acquisitions financing, and Islamic financing. Given his experience in working in Asia and the Arabian Gulf region, John spent a considerable part of his career intermediating capital and investment flows between the two regions. John holds a law degree from the National University of Singapore, postgraduate diplomas in Shari’a law and Islamic Banking from the International Islamic University of Malaysia and a doctorate in finance from the University of Manchester in the United Kingdom, in addition to being an accredited technical analyst, certified by the Society of Technical Analysts of the United Kingdom.

Syed Karrar Naqvi , Investment Banker

Syed is a senior Corporate Finance Advisory Team member focusing on private and public offerings, including advising family businesses going public and listing on the Parallel Market (Nomu). He is a seasoned finance professional with over Fifteen years of experience in leading roles with international and local firms, including Ernst & Young, MASIC and ASTRA.

Tamer Attar , Investment Banker

Tamer is driven by the pursuit of excellence and a commitment to ethical practices. He has a strong track record of leading numerous high-stakes projects and is also passionate when it comes to helping clients reach their financial aspirations. He graduated from the University of Arizona’s W.A. Franke Honors College and successfully passed related Capital Market Authority Examinations and received his professional training from SEDCO Capital’s Management training program in Regional Public Equity. He is looking forward to the exciting challenges and opportunities that lie ahead in the ever-evolving world of Corporate Finance.

Maisa Al-Jallad , Compliance Officer and AML/CFT

Maisa Al-Jallad holds the Compliance Officer and AML/CFT position at BMG Financial Group. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Finance and Insurance from the University of Jeddah. Obtained CME-1, CME-2, ICWIM, and IFsah certifications in addition to many other training courses.

Muhammad Waqas, IT Manager

Muhammad Waqas is the IT Manager of BMG. He has been working with BMG Since 2019 he has 5 years of experience in the Information Technology field. He provides end-user support to employees and acts as an integral member of BMG business development, optimizing IT infrastructure, improving LAN/WAN connectivity, developing security protocols, and developing the BMG website.

He was in Quad Dimensions before, managing and executing Web Development and Design-related projects. Waqas holds a Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering from Mehran University of Engineering and Technology, Pakistan.

Ebtehal Alsaati , Investor Relations Officer

Ebtehal is a highly motivated individual with a Bachelor's degree in English Literature. She is ambitious and driven, always looking for new opportunities to learn and grow both personally and professionally. She is a quick learner with a strong work ethic, making her a valuable addition to the BMG.

Wedad Baroudi , Chief Coordinator

Wedad has been the Chief Coordinator of BMG Foundation since 2014. She manages, organizes, and handles socio-cultural events in Saudi Arabia and the UK, including BMG's annual Summer Retreats Diplomacy of Art Exhibitions. In addition, she operates the annual awareness program that serves the community through BMG Foundation's noble initiatives. Wedad handles the planning process of the campaigns in terms of the participating universities, the theme of the campaign's competition, and the award ceremonies in KSA.