CEO
Basil M.K. Al-Ghalayini
Senior Investment Banker
John Yip
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.
Investment Banker
Syed Karrar Naqvi
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.
Investment Banker
Tamer Attar
Tamer is driven by the pursuit of excellence and a commitment to ethical practices, with a strong track record of leading numerous high-stakes projects and a passion for helping clients reach their financial aspirations.
He received honors and graduated from the University of Arizona and the W.A. Franke Honors College. Mr. Tamer holds a connected leadership program with Yale University.
Financial Analyst
Naif Nabil
Naif is a Financial Analyst who joined BMG in 2025. He holds a bachelor's degree in Finance from Imam Mohammad Ibn Saud Islamic University (2023) and has a strong understanding of financial principles with a passion for navigating complex situations. He gained practical experience through a rigorous internship at SAB Invest and two years at Financial Content Company, contributing to major investment banking deals including IPOs, M&A, and private placements.
He has passed key professional qualifications including CME1, CME2, CME4, and CME5, and completed prestigious training programs with JPMorgan Chase & Co and Wall Street Prep.
Compliance Officer and AML/CFT
Maisa Al-Jallad
IT Manager
Muhammad Waqas
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.
