XII Cbonds Fixed Income Conference

Nikos Akkizidis is a visionary leader with more than three decades of experience in portfolio management, risk assessment, and financial analytics. His career spans senior...

Nikos Akkizidis is a visionary leader with more than three decades of experience in portfolio management, risk assessment, and financial analytics. His career spans senior roles as Head of Analysis, Head of Investment Advisory, Head of Dealing Room, Stock, Bond & Derivatives Trader, Executive Board Member, and COO at a leading brokerage in Athens, before advancing to regulatory and operational frameworks as a Compliance and AML Officer in Cyprus. Today, Nikos stands at the forefront of the intersection between AI, FinTech innovations, and digital assets and currencies, where technology and finance converge to reshape global economics and strategies. A frequent keynote speaker and long-time FXStreet contributor, he covers topics ranging from macroeconomics and markets to blockchain and tokenization. He brings clarity to complexity, offering practical insights into how financial innovation and digital assets are transforming the financial industry and creating new opportunities. Nikos is the author of the book: "Financial Economics, Strategic Risk & Investment Management, Undercover", which analyses the financial repression policies applied by policymakers worldwide and presents trading strategies and bond valuation explained through practical examples combined with mathematical functions. He is also completing his new book, "The Axiom to Discover Great Challenges, Risks, Opportunities", which outlines how to identify the true nature of today’s defining challenges in order to recognise, in time, the new normality and the ground of values shaping great risks and opportunities worldwide. He studied at top universities, including the London School of Economics and Cardiff University, and holds CySEC Advanced and AML certifications.

Bashar Al Natoor is a Managing Director and the Global Head of Fitch Ratings' Islamic Finance Group. He coordinates all Islamic Finance activities globally, centralizing...

Bashar Al Natoor is a Managing Director and the Global Head of Fitch Ratings' Islamic Finance Group. He coordinates all Islamic Finance activities globally, centralizing analytical and industry expertise. Mr. Al Natoor has more than 20 years of experience in the Islamic finance market. Since joining Fitch in 2007, he has overseen Sukuk criteria, conducted extensive research, and authored numerous articles. Before Fitch, he held key roles at the Islamic Development Bank (IDB) and was a Senior Auditor at Arthur Andersen. He has received multiple recognitions and awards, including the Industry Leadership Award by The Asset and being named among the Top 100 Middle East Sustainability Voices by Gulf Intelligence. Under his leadership, Fitch has been named the Best Rating Agency for Islamic Finance for eight consecutive years by The Asset, received the Excellence Award in Islamic Financial Ratings for five consecutive years by GIFA, and was recognized by AlHuda for the first time. Mr. Al Natoor holds an MSc in Banking and Financial Studies from the Arab Academy for Finance and Banking Science and a BS in Finance and Banking from Amman University.

Aarthi Chandrasekaran is the Head of Public Markets at SHUAA Capital PSC, where she has led investment strategy since joining in August 2016. She brings...

Aarthi Chandrasekaran is the Head of Public Markets at SHUAA Capital PSC, where she has led investment strategy since joining in August 2016. She brings nearly two decades of experience in public markets, with over a decade spent at leading regional and international institutions including NBK and Deutsche Bank. A trained macroeconomist, Aarthi specializes in building and managing multi-asset portfolios with a focus on equities and fixed income, leveraging thematic and growth-oriented strategies across regional and global markets.

Joydeb joined Lighthouse Canton in 2020 as Vice President- Fixed Income Selections and Investment Counselling. Based in Dubai, Joydeb’ s focus is on enhancing and...

Joydeb joined Lighthouse Canton in 2020 as Vice President- Fixed Income Selections and Investment Counselling. Based in Dubai, Joydeb’ s focus is on enhancing and strengthening the Fixed Income proposition as well as monitoring key portfolios, recommending investment opportunities and adopting risk mitigation strategies for clients of Lighthouse Canton. With over 22 years of experience in the financial services industry, Joydeb ‘s domain expertise is Wealth Management/Investment advisory. His strong understanding of global financial markets and client requirements at the same time gives us a unique perspective to delivery of solutions for clients. Prior to Lighthouse Canton, Joydeb worked in esteemed institutions like Bank J Safra Sarasin, Citibank and HSBC to name a few. Joydeb holds a Post Graduate Diploma in Management (Finance Specialization) and is also a CFA charter holder.

Xenia Dmitrieva joined Cbonds in 2021 as an International Support Manager. Having graduated from the Humanities Institute with a Linguistics Degree, she learnt different languages...

Xenia Dmitrieva joined Cbonds in 2021 as an International Support Manager. Having graduated from the Humanities Institute with a Linguistics Degree, she learnt different languages as well as studied business communication. For years, having worked with the current client base, Xenia has learnt a large number of use cases and helped to meet challenges of banks, asset management teams, family offices, risk assessment companies, and private investors. Since January 2024, Ms. Dmitrieva has been working as an International Business Developer with a key role to build international partnerships and achieve win-win goals.

Christelle El Metni is a seasoned sales and customer relations professional with a diverse background spanning banking, wealth management, and account management. She combines her...

Christelle El Metni is a seasoned sales and customer relations professional with a diverse background spanning banking, wealth management, and account management. She combines her expertise in business analysis, team leadership, and financial solutions with a passion for cultivating long-lasting client relationships. Fluent in English, Arabic, and French, Christelle thrives in multilingual and multicultural environments, driving growth and delivering exceptional client experiences. With nearly a decade of experience at BankMed, Christelle demonstrated exceptional skills in customer service and sales coordination, addressing complex client needs, cross-selling financial products, and leading branch employees. Her leadership extended to representing the bank at exhibitions and events, solidifying her reputation as a trusted face of the organization. Christelle's early career included roles as a Personal Executive Banker at Al Mawarid Bank. Christelle holds an International MBA from USJ – Sorbonne Business School and Paris Dauphine PSL, complementing her bachelor's degree in Human Nutrition and Dietetics from the Holy Spirit University of Kaslik. She is a certified Professional Certified Marketer (PCM) and has completed numerous certifications in sales, project management, CRM systems, and banking ethics. Christelle’s core competencies include CRM proficiency, portfolio management, financial trading, and contract negotiation. As a proud member of 100 Women in Finance and CISI, Christelle leverages her dynamic skill set and client-focused approach to excel as a leader in business development and financial services. Finally, she is also participating and moderating at Premier Global Forums : -Dubai 7TH Finext Conference 2025 - 2nd Global Islamic Fintech Forum 2025 -7th global Takaful and Re-takaful event in Dubai -Future Finance Summit 2025 and many others

Nikhil has 11 years of experience in Fixed Income Market (Broking & Fund Management). He has worked with reputed firms like Almondz Securities, Batliwala &...

Nikhil has 11 years of experience in Fixed Income Market (Broking & Fund Management). He has worked with reputed firms like Almondz Securities, Batliwala & Karan Securities and Edelweiss as Fixed Income Trader. Nikhil has managed about 10,000 to 12,000 crores of AUM in Fixed income schemes like liquid, Ultra-Short, low duration, Short Term, Banking PSU, MF etc. at Sundaram. Educated at IIT Kanpur and IIM Lucknow, Nikhil managed schemes like Sundaram Banking & PSU funds and Sundaram Short Term Debt Fund which were awarded with CRISILs Credit Profile Ranking (CPR) - Rank 1. He also received Customer Titan award for the year 2015 at Edelweiss Financial Service.

Robert Hahm is the Founder and CEO of Algorada, an AI-powered investment research platform delivering data-driven insights into fixed income markets. He brings over 25...

Robert Hahm is the Founder and CEO of Algorada, an AI-powered investment research platform delivering data-driven insights into fixed income markets. He brings over 25 years of experience in emerging market debt, Sukuk, credit, and portfolio construction, with deep expertise in both conventional and Shariah-compliant strategies. Robert spent 13 years at Mashreq Capital (DIFC), serving as CEO and Head of Asset Management for over seven of those years. Under his leadership, the firm was recognized among Forbes Middle East’s Top 30 Asset Managers. He began his career in the treasury of Dresdner Bank Lateinamerica AG, managing emerging market debt, and later held roles in market risk before joining a founding team to establish a brokerage startup. Robert holds an MSc in Economics from the University of Hamburg and is a CFA charterholder. At Algorada, he now leads efforts to automate credit research and empower bond investors with scalable, AI-driven analytics.

Amit Jain, VP, is a research analyst and portfolio manager for Franklin Templeton Fixed Income in Dubai, UAE. Mr. Jain is responsible for both the...

Amit Jain, VP, is a research analyst and portfolio manager for Franklin Templeton Fixed Income in Dubai, UAE. Mr. Jain is responsible for both the portfolio management of several accounts as well as conducting research on credits from the Global Sukuk and MENA universe. Mr. Jain has over 14 years of experience in the financial services industry. Prior to his current role, Mr. Jain was a credit analyst for SJS Markets. He also was previously with Sutherland Global Services and HSBC. Mr. Jain holds a bachelor of arts in economics from Delhi University, a master of science in finance from ICFAI University, and MBA from Indian School of Business.

Krishnakumar Kulanghat is a highly accomplished Treasury & Investments professional with over 20 years of experience, including more than 18 years in the banking sector....

Krishnakumar Kulanghat is a highly accomplished Treasury & Investments professional with over 20 years of experience, including more than 18 years in the banking sector. As the Assistant General Manager of the Treasury & Investment Division at Commercial Bank of Kuwait, he is responsible for leading all trading desks, which include Money Market, Repo, Equity & Fixed Income Investments, FX, Derivatives, and Corporate Sales. A key achievement in his career is transforming the Treasury from a cost center into a significant profit center for the bank. He also established and manages a proprietary Fixed Income portfolio with a value of nearly $2 billion. Krishnakumar is known for his skill in optimizing the bank's balance sheet to enhance profitability while maintaining strong liquidity position. Key professional milestones and achievements include: * Establishing a Multi-Tranche Subordinated Bond issuance program in KWD, which successfully raised KWD 100 million in T2 Basel III compliance capital funding. * Creating a Repo desk to raise long-term financing, which has secured over $1.5 billion in funding. * Managing a team responsible for more than 55% of the bank's total liabilities. * Successfully concluding several bilateral and syndication loans (borrowing side) for the bank. Krishnakumar holds a Master of Science in Financial Management from Boston University and a Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting and Finance from the University of Calicut. He is proficient in regulatory ratios such as LCR and NSFR, and has expertise in Asset & Liability Management (ALM) and Fixed Income Portfolio Management.

Strategic innovation leader with 20+ years of experience shaping transformation, digital disruption, and sustainable growth across financial services and climate-tech markets. With a deep banking...

Strategic innovation leader with 20+ years of experience shaping transformation, digital disruption, and sustainable growth across financial services and climate-tech markets. With a deep banking and capital-markets background and expertise in ESG technology and AI-driven data solutions, Oxana has a proven record of designing and executing high-impact strategies, scaling innovation, and translating emerging technologies into commercial value. As Head of Growth (EMEA) at Olive Gaea, she drives the adoption of AI-powered ESG and decarbonization platform and builds partnerships with financial institutions and corporates. Oxana has successful experience in investment banking, treasury and risk management working around the world for leading financial institutions. Her experience extends to operations in the UK, Australia, EU and Middle East markets. Oxana holds a postgraduate degree in Strategy & Innovation from the University of Oxford and is recognized for bridging technology, finance, and sustainability to accelerate climate-aligned finance

Graduating from the University of Genoa in 2014 in Modern Language and Culture, and going on to gain a Master’s in Translation and Interpretation in...

Graduating from the University of Genoa in 2014 in Modern Language and Culture, and going on to gain a Master’s in Translation and Interpretation in 2016, Alessandro Lombardo gained experience in international relations through managing the reports of the Organisation of European Cancer Institutes (OECI) between 2012 and 2017, for the members from Central and Eastern Europe. In September 2017 he began his collaboration with Cbonds, a company providing an online bond research and analysis platform. In August 2018 he was appointed head of the company’s international department.

Aviv Oranim is the founder of a boutique family office based in Israel, managing over $750 million in assets across few families. With a background...

Aviv Oranim is the founder of a boutique family office based in Israel, managing over $750 million in assets across few families. With a background spanning Merrill Lynch in New York, Citibank in London, and UBS in Israel, Aviv brings deep expertise in global banking and investments. He holds a BBA and an MBA, combining academic excellence with decades of international experience. In parallel, he leads a consulting firm in Abu Dhabi that facilitates strategic collaborations between Israeli innovation and UAE partners across healthcare, finance, and technology.

Vladimir Osakovskiy is a director and EM sovereign fixed income and equity strategist in Bank of America. Prior to joining the firm in 2011, he...

Vladimir Osakovskiy is a director and EM sovereign fixed income and equity strategist in Bank of America. Prior to joining the firm in 2011, he led macroeconomic research on Russia at UniCredit for four years. Before that, he spent five years at various policy think-tanks, concentrating on economic development and social policy. Additionally, he spent two years working for the regional government in Russia as an analyst and then as deputy head of the macroeconomic department for the Ministry of Economic Development of the Sakha Republic. Osakovskiy holds a bachelor’s degree in biology and economics, and a master’s degree and Ph.D. in economics from Georgetown University.

Warut Promboon leads Bondcritic’s credit research and credit consulting practice. Prior to Bondcritic, he led Dagong Hong Kong’s Asian credit rating team, which produces credit...

Warut Promboon leads Bondcritic’s credit research and credit consulting practice. Prior to Bondcritic, he led Dagong Hong Kong’s Asian credit rating team, which produces credit research and rating reports across various industries. Prior to Dagong Hong Kong, he was a Director of Asian Credit Research at Societe Generale and ING as well as a Head of ALM Credit Analysis at Standard Chartered Bank. His credit research career spans over 26 years in the US, Hong Kong, Singapore, and Thailand, and entails various capabilities including structured finance, project finance, leverage finance, credit risk management, sell-side credit research, treasury, and rating advisory. His experience also spans different geographical specializations (North America, Europe, and Asia) and various industries of both financial institutions and corporates. Warut has been a speaker in fixed income investment events as a moderator and as a panelist. He has also been a guest lecturer on credit research topics at Association of Securities Companies (Thailand), Securities Exchange Commission (Thailand), Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, Chitralada Institute of Technology, Chiangmai University, and Naresuan University. In 2008, he was ranked 4th best Asian fixed income analyst by FinanceAsia's investors' survey.

Vijay Prakash Rai is a dynamic business leader with over two decades of experience driving growth, transformation, and innovation across global financial markets and technology...

Vijay Prakash Rai is a dynamic business leader with over two decades of experience driving growth, transformation, and innovation across global financial markets and technology sectors. He has held senior leadership roles at Bloomberg, Thomson Reuters, NSE Cogencis, and News Corp group, and currently leads Business Development & Partnerships at Agrud Technologies. With deep expertise in enterprise sales, and market intelligence solutions, Vijay has a proven track record of executing complex CXO-level engagements, scaling businesses, and mentoring high-performing teams. As the founder of Ufinity Ventures, he has also guided startups in fundraising, go-to-market strategies, and knowledge-driven growth. An MBA in Finance & Marketing, Vijay blends strategic foresight with entrepreneurial thinking, making him a trusted partner for organizations navigating digital transformation and revenue acceleration

Friedhelm Schmitt is a renowned German technology entrepreneur and the Founder & Co-CEO of Fincite, a leading WealthTech software provider. With an academic background in...

Friedhelm Schmitt is a renowned German technology entrepreneur and the Founder & Co-CEO of Fincite, a leading WealthTech software provider. With an academic background in quantitative finance, Friedhelm previously worked at asset management and hedge fund firms before founding Fincite, which empowers financial institutions with innovative digital solutions for portfolio and asset management. Under his leadership, Fincite has been recognized for its growth and innovation, earning accolades such as the WealthTech100 2025, ESGFintech100 2025, and Fintech Germany Award 2024. The company serves top-tier banks in private & retail banking, enabling them to launch cutting-edge digital investment applications for their clients and advisors. A sought-after keynote speaker, Friedhelm shares insights on topics including digital asset management, AI in banking, agile transformation, and sustainability through technology. He has spoken at prestigious events such as Finovate (London), Handelsblatt Banking Technology Forum (Frankfurt), and the Think Forward Initiative (Amsterdam). His engaging presentations combine practical experience with strategic vision, making him a respected voice in fintech and digital finance.

Amol Shitole heads the Fixed Income business at Mashreq Capital, managing over a billion dollars across MENA and global emerging market strategies. Amol is responsible...

Amol Shitole heads the Fixed Income business at Mashreq Capital, managing over a billion dollars across MENA and global emerging market strategies. Amol is responsible for investment strategy, research, portfolio construction, and active management across both conventional and Sharia-compliant mandates. His portfolio includes award-winning public funds such as the Mashreq Al Islami Income Fund (Global Sukuk), the Mashreq MENA Fixed Income Fund, and the Mashreq Global Emerging Markets Bond Fund, alongside bespoke discretionary mandates. With nearly two decades of experience in credit markets across buy side, sell side, and rating agency roles at global institutions including S&P, HSBC, and Société Générale, Amol brings a holistic and disciplined approach to EM credit investing, with a strong focus on active risk. Amol is a CFA Charterholder with a background in finance and engineering from India leading a high-performing team of four, including two portfolio managers and two analysts.

Vishal S. Jain is the Founder and Director of VSJ Ventures LTD, a diversified investment firm committed to creating long-term value through asset-backed strategies and...

Vishal S. Jain is the Founder and Director of VSJ Ventures LTD, a diversified investment firm committed to creating long-term value through asset-backed strategies and advanced financial structuring. Positioned at the forefront of cross-border capital innovation, Vishal has led institutional-grade issuances, including a 10.25% secured corporate bond listed on multiple European exchanges — supported by an investment-grade A credit rating and A.M. Best A- (or higher) insurance wraps. With deep sector expertise across mobility, sustainable real estate, infrastructure, and distressed-asset opportunities, Vishal directs VSJ Ventures’ rigorously underwritten mandates that combine ESG discipline with non-market-correlated collateral. He has cultivated a trusted network of private banks, family offices, and institutional partners spanning London, Dubai, Singapore, and other major financial hubs. Having spent years trading commodities globally and working alongside institutional trade desks handling financial instruments, Vishal brings a dual-lens perspective — that of a hands-on businessman and now a founder-director shaping a capital-markets investment firm. This experience enables him to think beyond convention; challenge established norms and create pathways to monetise non-bankable assets — from fine art and land to alternative stores of value — thereby simplifying institutional access to secured yield opportunities. Known for his intellectual clarity, structural innovation, and decisive execution, Vishal engages selectively under defined mandates. Under his leadership, VSJ Ventures LTD has emerged as a firm of consequence — advancing a new paradigm in how modern capital markets engage with real-asset-backed, purpose-driven investments.

Ahmad Wahid is the Capital Markets Editor of the region’s leading morning business briefing - EnterpriseAM - where he covers the business and finance stories...

Ahmad Wahid is the Capital Markets Editor of the region’s leading morning business briefing - EnterpriseAM - where he covers the business and finance stories shaping the MENA region. He focuses on everything from equity and debt offerings to major deal activity, breaking down the data and trends that matter to investors and decision-makers. Before diving into journalism, Ahmad spent seven years as an economist at Egypt’s Ministry of Finance, working closely on macroeconomic policy and fiscal strategy. Today, he brings that experience to his reporting - connecting the dots between policy, markets, and real-world impact.

Jeanne Walters joined Emirates NBD in 2022 as a senior economist, and works on the bank’s global macroeconomic coverage. Jeanne started her career at the...

Jeanne Walters joined Emirates NBD in 2022 as a senior economist, and works on the bank’s global macroeconomic coverage. Jeanne started her career at the South African Reserve Bank, before moving to the UK where she worked as an economist at the Bank of England for several years. Jeanne also has experience in consultancy both in South Africa and the Middle East. She holds an MSc in Economic Policy from University College London and an MCom in Econometrics from the University of Pretoria.

Abhi leads fixed income and currency fund management at MCB Investment Management, with a key focus on African local and hard currency debt markets. Before...

Abhi leads fixed income and currency fund management at MCB Investment Management, with a key focus on African local and hard currency debt markets. Before joining MCB, he managed $10 billion in Canadian fixed income portfolios and co-managed $30 billion in US credit strategies at MEAG New York (Munich Re). Earlier in his career, he worked as a Risk Manager and Credit Analyst at Genworth Financial. With nearly two decades of experience across sovereign, corporate, and structured credit in emerging, frontier, and developed markets, Abhi brings both macro perspective and deep market expertise. He holds a Master’s in Economics from the Delhi School of Economics and is a CFA® charterholder and Professional Risk Manager (PRM)

Stepan Amosov is a senior financial markets professional with over 15 years of experience in global systemically important financial institutions. His expertise spans sales, trading,...

Stepan Amosov is a senior financial markets professional with over 15 years of experience in global systemically important financial institutions. His expertise spans sales, trading, cross-border financing, portfolio management, and multi-asset structuring.

Natalia Lopez has been leading Cbonds API since 2017, driving its growth into the company’s core product. She joined Cbonds in 2013 as International Partnership...

Natalia Lopez has been leading Cbonds API since 2017, driving its growth into the company’s core product. She joined Cbonds in 2013 as International Partnership Manager, later becoming Head of International Sales before taking on her current role. After Cbonds API gained recognition among fintech companies, Natalia’s next step is developing solutions together with clients in the field of AI. She holds a Master’s degree in Management of Organizations and completed an EMBA program in 2019.

Sergey Lyalin started working in the securities market as bond analyst in IC Deviz in 1995. In 1997 he joined IC Energocapital (worked there as...

Sergey Lyalin started working in the securities market as bond analyst in IC Deviz in 1995. In 1997 he joined IC Energocapital (worked there as Client Relations Manager and then as Head of Marketing Research). In 2000, he organized the Internet portal Cbonds.Ru. He has been CEO of Cbonds.ru LLC since 2001. Under the leadership of Sergey Lyalin Cbonds News Agency has become the leading source of information on the Russian and CIS bond market. He started publishing Cbonds Review magazine in 2006 and was its Editor-in-Chief in 2006-2007. He is the author of Corporate Bonds: Global Experience and Russian Prospects (2001) and a number of articles on the securities market. Sergey Lyalin graduated from St. Petersburg University, Department of Economics (a diploma of economist - mathematician). Holds a PhD in Economics. Finished Executive MBA at Graduate School of Management (GSOM) at Saint-Petersburg State University in 2018.

With over 20 years in senior roles trading FX and interest-rate derivatives, Alexander Myulberger currently serves as Head of Trading and Managing Director at Roemer...

With over 20 years in senior roles trading FX and interest-rate derivatives, Alexander Myulberger currently serves as Head of Trading and Managing Director at Roemer Capital (Europe) Limited. He specialises in bridging emerging-market and developed-market dynamics, designing infrastructure-grade solutions that integrate repo financing, derivatives overlays and debt capital-markets issuance. His strategic focus enables clients to unlock cross-border liquidity, optimise capital structures and execute sophisticated risk-managed growth mandates.

Boris Sarnov is a senior financial services executive with nearly 20 years of experience across global markets, investment banking, and securities services. He currently heads...

Boris Sarnov is a senior financial services executive with nearly 20 years of experience across global markets, investment banking, and securities services. He currently heads the Global Markets Department at META-X Markets CJSC, where he oversees multi-asset trading, sales, and strategic business development. Previously, Boris held senior roles at Deutsche Bank in Moscow and Frankfurt, leading issuer services across CEE and CIS, managing Global Equity Services in Russia and CIS, and driving fintech product innovation in ESG investments. Earlier in his career, he held leadership positions at ING and Citibank, focusing on sales and relationship management. He is a certified professional in the Russian stock market and a regular speaker at financial industry events across the EMEA region.