Dubai – Mubasher: Emirates NBD, a leading bank in the region, on Tuesday announced the appointment of Maryam Bahlooq as CEO of Tanfeeth, a fully-owned subsidiary of the Emirates NBD Group.

Bahlooq is the first female UAE National to hold this position within Emirates NBD Group, according to a statement.

The company also announced that acting CEO Steve Thompson has been appointed chief operating officer (COO).

“Maryam’s experience and track record of guiding and motivating diverse groups to enhance business performance equips her well to lead Tanfeeth,” said Abdulla Qassem, group chief operating officer at Emirates NBD and chairman of Tanfeeth.

“Tanfeeth plays a crucial role within the group and I am confident that with Maryam’s leadership, the team will continue to scale service excellence standards and deliver outstanding support across our business units and subsidiaries,” he added.

Commenting on her appointment, Maryam Bahlooq said she was honoured to lead Tanfeeth and support Emirates NBD Group’s growing needs, including business units, subsidiaries and international operations.

“I am also delighted to be the first female UAE national to assume a CEO position within the Group and hope to inspire and mentor others like me to take on similar leadership roles,” she added.