Reda Ezzat

Senior Vice President, Head of Structured Trade Finance, Mashreq

Reda Ezzat brings over thirty years of expertise in the banking sector, focusing primarily on corporate banking roles within client coverage as well as structured trade and commodity finance. Throughout his extensive career, he has established himself as a hands-on professional, gaining significant exposure to the Middle East and select international markets. His deep understanding of business across diverse sectors, client needs, and a wide range of product offerings is complemented by his involvement in digital transformation and innovation initiatives. Reda has contributed his skills and insights to both international and local banks in the region, including HSBC, ANZ, SCB, and the National Bank of Abu Dhabi (now FAB).

In his current position at Mashreq Bank, Reda leads a team dedicated to developing trade finance solutions. His team operates under a global mandate, delivering working capital solutions to large and multinational corporate clients. Their focus areas include payables, receivables,
inventory, and commodity trade finance offerings, ensuring tailored solutions for complex financial needs. Reda holds a degree in Commerce, with a major in Accounting, and a post-graduate diploma in Banking. He is also a Certified International Trade Finance (CITF) professional and a candidate for the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation.