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PROGRAMME GUIDE

30 & 31 MARCH 2016, SASAnA KIjAnG, KUALA LUMPUR

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Welcome Letter

Dear Responsible Finance leader,

Welcome to the inaugural Responsible Finance Summit (RFS)RFS is a unique meeting point organized by the RFI Foundation and co-organised by Middle East Global Advisors and hosted by Bank Negara Malaysia that aims to encourage expansion of the responsible finance ecosystem into emerging markets and become more inclusive of Islamic finance.

The connections built during RFS will support rapid growth including cooperation between Islamic finance and traditional responsible finance to increase the measurable impact of the responsible finance industry.

Learn from the perspectives of Islamic Finance leaders Responsible Finance investorsYou are joined at RFS by the leaders of world-renowned organizations such as Franklin Templeton Investments, Arabesque Partners, SEDCO Capital, New York Times, Securities Commission of Malaysia, the Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI), and dignitaries from across the globe including Nigeria, Belgium, Canada, Ghana, India, Indonesia, Japan, Ivory Cost, Jordon, Kenya, KSA, Libya, Morocco, Nepal, Pakistan, Qatar, Russia, Qatar, Singapore, Somalia, Sri Lanka, Turkey, UAE, UK, USA, Zimbabwe and Seychelles.

Our excellent range of speakers who represent many countries, institutions, sectors and approaches to responsible finance will bring their collective experience to the critical dialogue that is needed to identify the way forward.

The Islamic & traditional responsible finance leaders joining together for the next two days in Kuala Lumpur will identify a robust and universal value proposition that incorporates good governance and supports positive social impact and environmental sustainability to lead expansion of responsible finance in emerging markets.

The agenda features:• Keynote speeches from world renowned leaders including Dr. Zeti Akhtar Aziz, Governor of Bank Negara Malaysia and Georg

Kell, Vice Chairman of Arabesque Partners. • A panel session on the benefits of incorporating Responsible and Islamic Finance for the emerging middle class• A special keynote address by HRH Sanusi Lamido Sanusi, Emir of Kano • A Session focused on the role of technology to broadening the base of Responsible Finance• And much more

Enriching your experience through technology and research A core focus of RFS 2016 is to maximize your experience as a delegate. These include new features such as: Technology-driven conversation: The Summit’s own App “Connect” (available on IPhone and Android), enables delegates to stay abreast of the latest updates on the program, allows delegates to network with other delegates and speakers (including Direct Messaging), and facilitates live interactive polling across all of our sessions.

Our PartnersWe would like to extend our sincere gratitude to Bank Negara Malaysia for their support as hosts for the Summit, allowing us a platform to connect all of responsible finance in one conversation.

We would also like to thank the sponsors and supporters of the Summit:

Blake GoudCEORFI Foundation

Ehsan AbbasChairmanMiddle East Global Advisors

• Arabesque Partners• SEDCO Capital• Bank Islam• DDCAP• Hong Leong Islamic Bank• Franklin Templeton Investments

• Thoughts in Gear• Wiley• Thomson Reuters• The Principles for Responsible Investing (PRI) • The Chartered Institute for Securities and Investments (CISI).

We would also like to extend our gratitude to all our distinguished speakers and delegates for their role in making the inaugural Responsible Finance Summit such a success. We hope that you enjoy the informative sessions, the insightful panels and the high-impact networking opportunities at RFS 2016 to derive meaningful insights about the future of the responsible finance possibilities.

We look forward to seeing you again at future responsible finance forums.

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Bank Negara Malaysia (the Central Bank of Malaysia), is a statutory body which started operations on 26 January 1959. Bank Negara Malaysia is governed by the Central Bank of Malaysia Act 2009. The role of Bank Negara Malaysia is to promote monetary and financial stability. This is aimed at providing a conducive environment for the sustainable growth of the Malaysian economy.

Bank Negara Malaysia’s monetary policy stance is to maintain price stability while remaining supportive of growth. Bank Negara Malaysia is also responsible for financial system stability. This is achieved by developing a sound, resilient, progressive and diversified financial sector which serves to support the sectors of the real economy. It also plays an important function in implementing initiatives to deepen and strengthen the financial markets, including the foreign exchange market.

Bank Negara Malaysia has played a significant developmental role in developing the financial system infrastructure in advancing the financial inclusion agenda. This is to ensure all economic sectors and segments of the society have access to financial services. In addition, Bank Negara Malaysia also oversees the nation’s payment systems infrastructure which emphasize on the efficiency and security of the financial systems.

As the banker and adviser to the Government, Bank Negara Malaysia provides advice on macroeconomic policies and the management of public debt. Bank Negara Malaysia is also the sole authority in issuing the national currency and in managing the country’s international reserves.

Hosted by

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The RFI Foundation is a non-profit organization with a mission to identify a neutral, nonpartisan and universal value proposition that encourages convergence of responsible finance practices. By highlighting the shared standards around principles that govern the sector, Islamic finance will further contribute to a more diverse and representative thinking around the growth, trajectory and development of responsible finance.

Through our activities to create high-quality research and raise awareness of the growing role that responsible finance plays in the global financial system, the RFI Foundation works towards a vision where principles and solutions of the socially responsible banking, insurance and investment (‘responsible finance’) sectors, including the ethical and socially responsible principles of Islamic finance, are integrated into the global economic system to support equitable, inclusive and sustainable economic development

Professor Datuk Rifaat Ahmed Abdel Karim Chairperson / Permanent Trustee

Dr. Sayd FarookCo-Vice Chairperson / Permanent Trustee

Ms. Sarah MartenCo-Vice Chairperson / Permanent Trustee

Mr. Daud Vicary AbdullahPresident and Chief Executive Officer of INCEIF

Mr. Abdulla Al AwarCEO of Dubai Islamic Economy Development Centre

Mr. Hasan Al-JabriCEO of SEDCO Capital

Mr. Tirad Al-MahmoudGroup Chief Executive Officer of Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank (ADIB)

Dr. Mohd. Daud BakarFounder and Group Chairman of Amanie Advisors

Mr. Sultan ChoudhuryChief Executive Officer (CEO) and Director at Al Rayan Bank PLC

Ms. Stella CoxManaging Director of DDCAP

Mr. Brandon DaviesNon-Executive Chairman of Euro Merchant Holdings

Mr. Rafe HaneefCEO/Executive Director of CIMB Islamic Bank Bhd

Professor Datuk Dr. Mohd Azmi OmarDirector General of the Islamic Research and Training Institute (IRTI)

Mr. Omar SelimCEO & Founder of Arabesque

Prof. Chizu NakajimaProfessor of Corporate Law and Governance at London Metropolitan University

Blake GoudChief Executive Officer of RFI Foundation

Organised by

Dr. Zeti Akhtar AzizGovernor of Bank Negara Malaysia

HRH Emir Muhammadu Sanusi II

Emir of Kano

Professor Simon Archer

Visiting Professor at the ICMA Centre, Henley Business

School, University of Reading, UK

Prof. Barry Rider OBE Professorial

Fellow, Centre for Development

Studies, University of Cambridge

Professor Datuk Rifaat Ahmed Abdel KarimCEO of IILM

Board of Trustees

Council of Advisors

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Co-organised by

Middle East Global Advisors is the gateway for connectivity and intelligence on opportunities in the dynamic countries from Morocco in the West to Indonesia in the East - the Middle East North Africa Southeast Asia (MENASEA) connection. We are building on our history in these rapidly emerging markets for the past 23 years as we chart the way forward.

VISION To be the leading independent intelligence platform for the high growth MENASEA markets spanning from Morocco in the West to Indonesia in the East.

MISSION To facilitate the development of knowledge-based economies in the MENASEA region through the production of forward looking research and insights and technology and connectivity platforms that accelerate the dissemination of information and knowledge.

STRATEGIC OBJECTIVES To connect industry professionals in the MENASEA region with the latest advances in technology, research and thinking.

OuR RESEARCH Our research efforts are focused on providing timely, forward-looking insights for business leaders and policy makers to make informed decisions on entering new markets, identifying gaps in existing markets or regulations, facilitating inward and domestic investment, designing regulations to meet the needs of businesses while serving consumers and to support expansion in overall financial sector and economic development within the MENASEA region. Our publically-available research complements the customized solutions available to clients.

Our intelligence platform, Finance Forward, overlooks the entire financial industry to capture unparalleled insights, networks, opportunities and most importantly, experience in dealing with the unique nuances of the MENASEA countries. OuR ClIENTS

Our Strategic Associates are world leaders in their respective fields and include key government finance and regulatory agencies such as the Central Bank of Bahrain, Dubai International Financial Centre, UK Trade & Investment, Bank Negara Malaysia, the Monetary Authority of Singapore, and the Economic Development Board of Bahrain.

These and our other strategic alliances with international thought leaders including Harvard University, Ernst & Young and global strategy advisory firm McKinsey & Company, further strengthen MEGA’s brand leadership position in the Islamic finance industry worldwide.

Connect with us on building the global Responsible Finance ecosystem: www.meglobaladvisors.com

Sahar KazranianActing CEO

Blake GoudChief Research Officer

Ehsan AbbasChairman

@meglobaladvisor company/meglobaladvisors

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Testimonials

“When social bonds are reduced to just profit measures, it provides a weak foundation for sustainable finance. Outcomes for finance need to be measured based on end services to the real economy.”

Dr. Zeti Akhtar AzizGovernor, Bank Negara Malaysia

“Financial industry stakeholders must ensure that the financial institutions not only abide by law but remain ethical in their practices and work towards the betterment of society in addition to achieving their financial goals.”

HRH Emir Muhammadu Sanusi IIEmir of Kano

“Islamic finance can play an instrumental role in expanding responsible finance, particularly in the emerging markets where Islamic finance has developed its deepest roots.”

Professor Rifaat Ahmed Abdel KarimChairperson, RFI Board of Trustees and Ex Officio Member of RFI Council of Advisors

“The Summit’s theme and focus resonates with our agenda at Arabesque Partners to make responsible finance more inclusive and expand its presence globally. By forging alliances to make responsible finance compatible with Islamic finance, it can fully leverage the growing global momentum around corporate sustainability. We look forward to partaking in these critical discussions at the Responsible Finance Summit.“

Georg KellVice Chairman, Arabeque PartnersFounder & former Executive Director, UN Global Compact

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Day 1 Agenda - 30 March 2016

08.00 – 09.00 Registration and Morning Refreshment

09:00 – 09.05 Moderator’s Opening Remarks

Moderator: Paul Loomis Regional Director for GCC and Asia, The Business Year

Welcome and introduction to the RFI Foundation by Blake Goud, CEO, RFI Foundation

Opening Remarks by Professor Rifaat Ahmed Abdel Karim Chairperson, RFI Board of Trustees and Ex Officio Member of RFI Council of Advisors

Keynote Address by Dr. Zeti Akhtar Aziz, Governor, Bank negara Malaysia

Keynote Address by Georg Kell Vice Chairman, Arabesque Partners and Founder & former Executive Director, Un Global Compact

10.20 – 11.10 Panel 1: Going the distance - Hot money versus patient capital

Discussion Leader: Stuart Hutton, Chief Investment Officer, Simply Ethical

Panelists: Dr. Zamir Iqbal, Lead Financial Sector Specialist, World Bank Dr. Azmi Omar, Director-General, Islamic Research and Training Institute (IRTI) Hon Cheung, Regional Director, Official Institutions Group, State Street Global Advisors Rushdi Siddiqui, Co-Founder & CEO, Zilzar Tech Sdn. Bhd.

• Do responsible investors naturally have a longer time horizon?• Are Islamic finance investors more sticky? • Does a link to the real economy in Islamic finance act as a commitment mechanism and can other

responsible finance areas use similar approaches?• Does responsible finance act as a stabilizing force in emerging market economies?• How can responsible finance manage the higher volatility in emerging market economies and currencies?

11.10 – 11.30 Coffee Break

11.30 – 12.20 Panel 2: The greenies, do-gooders and religious fundamentalists - Addressing popular perceptions of responsible finance

Discussion Leader: Daud Vicary Abdullah, President & CEO, INCEIF

Panelists: Abdulla Mohammed Al Awar, CEO, Dubai Islamic Economy Development Centre (DIEDC) Hasan AlJabri, Chief Executive Officer, SEDCO Capital julie Moret, Head of ESG, Director-Investment Risk, Franklin Templeton Investments Prof. Dr. Mohamed Akram Laldin, Executive Director, ISRA

• How does media perception of responsible finance and in particular Islamic finance affect its ability to expand from current levels?

• Is there a gap between what existing standards have delivered and what stakeholders expect?• How do the Islamic finance and ESG sectors view one another and what is needed to break down barriers

for cooperation?• ESG has the data behind it as a force for good (in impacts and returns) but the message is not reaching the

wider market – how does responsible finance communicate better?

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12.20 – 14.10 Lunch and Prayers

14.10 – 15.00 Panel 3: Integrated reporting & Islamic finance – Addressing impact Discussion Leader: Omar Selim, CEO, Arabesque Partners

Panelists: Hardik Shah, Sector Manager – ESG Research Products, Sustainalytics Prof. Dr. Maliah Sulaiman, Dean, Kulliyyah of Economics and Management Sciences, International Islamic

University Malaysia janoearto Alamsyah, Islamic Finance Research Team Leader, Bloomberg

• Will Islamic finance benefit from wider adoption of integrated reporting in its largest markets?• Can integrated reporting shape how Islamic finance defines its positive impact?• Does a focus on reporting only what can be quantified skew the focus of responsible finance in a way that

compromises its values?• How can Islamic finance be mobilized in support of greater transparency through integrated reporting

requirements?

15.00 – 15.50 Panel 4: CEO One-on-One - How can Islamic finance support and develop responsible finance?

Discussion Leader: Dr. Sayd Farook, Co-Vice Chairperson & Trustee, RFI Foundation

Industry Leader: Hasan AlJabri, Chief Executive Officer, SEDCO Capital

• Financial institutions and their leaders are quick to promote their support for responsible finance principles, but what have their institutions really done?

• How can Islamic banks contribute to responsible finance become change agents for the wider financial industry?

• What will you as CEO commit to and how will get your stakeholders and shareholders to buy-in to the value proposition of responsible finance principles even if it has short-term costs?

• What do you want to be your legacy not within Islamic finance but within the wider responsible finance ecosystem?


16.10 – 17.00 Panel 5: The impact of leadership and policy in developing responsible finance – finding role models for growth

Discussion Leader: Stella Cox, Managing Director, DDCAP

Panelists: Zainal Izlan Zainal Abidin, Exec. Director, Islamic Capital Market, Securities Commission Malaysia Omar Khan, Director of Strategy & Development, Crescent Wealth jessica Robinson, Head of Asia (ex-Japan), Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI) Emily Chew, Vice President & Asia Pacific ESG Research Lead, MSCI

• Have visionaries in the financial sector or customer demand that has driven the emergence of responsible finance?

• What government policies have been most effective at stimulating responsible finance and investing? • Does the government’s role come from a regulatory objective or an investment promotion objective?• Is there a different role for governments in responsible finance in emerging markets where governance

institutions are weaker?• Can smaller emerging markets attract foreign capital more readily (relative to other emerging markets) if it

can use data to establish a link between its public companies and environmental and social development in the wider economy?

17:00 – 17:10 Moderators’ Summation Remarks

17:10 End of Day 1

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08.00 – 09.00 Registration and Morning Refreshments

09.00 Welcome Address and Introduction of Keynote Speaker

Moderator: Paul Loomis Regional Director for GCC and Asia, The Business Year

Keynote Talk by HRH Emir Muhammadu Sanusi II, Emir of Kano

9.50 – 10.40 Panel 6: Measuring the impact of responsible investment and reporting to stakeholders

Discussion Leader: Kurt Lieberman, CEO, Magni Asset Management LLC

Panelists: Datuk Darrel Webber, Secretary General, RSPO Muhd Ramadhan Fitri Bin Ellias, Executive Vice President & Head of Shariah, Maybank Islamic

Benjamin McCarron, Founder and Managing Director, Asia Research and Engagement (ARE)

• Are investors and lenders able to influence behavior by companies they finance or does their ESG integration go just skin deep?

• What misunderstandings are there between non-financial companies and banks/investors about the proper role of responsible finance in financing decisions?

• Can multi-stakeholder groups bridge the gap between consumers, industry and the financial sector to support financial institutions ability to influence positive change in addition to mitigating risk?

• How can the stakeholders of financial institutions (Shareholders, NGOs, regulators, depositors) influence the approach to sustainability?


11.00 – 11.50 Panel 7: Harnessing techies for good: Broadening the base of finance through the use of technology

Discussion Leader: Paul Loomis, Regional Director for GCC and Asia,The Business Year

Panelists: jason W. Best, Co-Founder & Principal, Crowdfund Capital Advisors LLC (CCA) Sam Quawasmi, MD & Co-Founder, Eureeca Robin newnham, Head of Policy Analysis and Capacity Building, Alliance for Financial Inclusion Isvary Sivalingam, Senior Manager, MicroSave

• How can institutional money connect to real economic enterprise – SMEs and what is the role of crowdfunding?

• Can past experience in emerging markets where mobile phones enabled countries to leapfrog over landlines be replicated in the financial sector?

• Can people using disintermediated financing (crowdfunding, peer-to-peer lending) more efficiently provide financing to underserved communities?

• Do brick-and-mortar bank networks have a role to play in financial inclusion or can it be efficiently and effectively decentralized?

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11.50 – 12.40 Panel 8: Connecting with the man on the street: Expanding responsible finance at the retail level

Discussion Leader: Mohd Daud Bakar, CEO & President, Amanie Advisors

Panelists: Monem Salam, President and Fund Manager, Saturna Sdn Bhd Najmuddin Mohd Lutfi, Chief Executive Officer, BIMB Investment Management Bhd Waheed Qaiser, Chairman, Varcale Capital Management

• Has responsible finance failed to connect with retail consumers?• How do retail-focused product developers balance their distribution costs against the need for consumers

to have cost-competitive investment options?• What is the role of pensions and other savings programs to drive the responsible finance agenda from

within emerging markets?• Do foreign investment managers have an opportunity to connect domestic (retail) financing to domestic

projects through infrastructure funds, retail bonds and sukuk?• Does the retail sukuk offered by Malaysia and Indonesia, and Shariah compliant National Bonds in the UAE

provide a template for other countries to open up fixed income markets to all retail investors?

12.40 – 13.30 Panel 9: Making an impact: How can impact investing become more prominent within responsible finance?

Discussion Leader: Blake Goud, CEO, RFI Foundation

Panelists: Anne Contreras, Chairwoman - European Microfinance Platform (e-MFP) and Of Counsel -

Arendt & Medernach Umar Munshi, Director & Founding Partner, Club Ethis/Kapital Boost P. Ming Wong, Co-founder & CEO, Asia Community Ventures Margie Ong, Chief Executive Officer, Thoughts In Gear (TIG) Mohammad Raafi Hossain, Manager - Narwi Platform, Silatech

• Why has impact investing remained a niche? • How can Islamic financial institutions better incorporate impact investing as part of its investment and

finance policies? What needs to be done on a regulatory level to encourage such allocations?• Have microfinance funds finally earned the credibility to now market themselves to institutional investors?• Is there a role for impact investment to supplement aid, trade and government programs within emerging

markets?• How can social enterprises complement the activities of other responsible finance sectors and how can

impact investment and investment in social enterprises be developed as an asset class?

13.30 – 13.40 Closing Remarks and Key Action Items

13.30 - 15.00 Lunch, Prayers

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Professor Datuk Rifaat Ahmed Abdel Karim has an international reputation as a leader and authority in the Islamic financial services industry (IFSI) at both the professional and academic sectors. He has pioneered the development of Islamic finance for the last several decades. His leadership in the formation of governance, regulatory and Shari’ah standards, as well as in the development of financial instruments to facilitate liquidity management for Islamic financialinstitutions (IFIs), has been instrumental in strengthening the position of the IFSI within the broader global economy.

Professor Rifaat has served as the inaugural Secretary-General at both the Accounting and Auditing Organisation for Islamic Financial Institutions (AAOIFI) and the Islamic Financial Services Board (IFSB). During his terms in office at the AAOIFI and the IFSB, Professor Rifaat played a key role in the conception and development of standards and guidelines for the IFSI.

In October 2012, Professor Rifaat assumed the position of Chief Executive Officer of the International Islamic Liquidity Management Corporation (IILM), an international organisation established in October 2010 by central banks, monetary agencies and a multilateral development organisation to facilitate liquidity management for IFIs. Under Professor Rifaat’s leadership, the IILM has successfully issued the first tradable, Shari’ah-compliant, US dollar- denominated highly rated Sukūk with a tenor of under one year. The IILM Sukūk, which are rated A-1 by Standard & Poor’s Rating Services, represent a new class of assets in the IFSI. These Sukūk are intended to assist IFI in mitigating the disadvantages they have been facing, compared to their conventional counterparts. As of July 2015, a total of $10.84 billion Sukūk have been issued and reissued at maturity.

Professor Rifaat’s contribution to the IFSI has been recognized by the many prestigious international awards that he has received during his career over three decades. These awards notably include the (inaugural) 2004 Euromoney Outstanding Contribution in the Development of Islamic Finance and the 2010 Islamic Development Bank Prize in Islamic Banking and Finance. In 2010, the King of Malaysia awarded Professor Rifaat the Royal Malaysian Honorary Award of Darjah Kebesaran Panglima Jasa Negara (P.J.N.), which carries the title ‘’Datuk’’.

His Royal Highness Emir Muhammadu Sanusi II was born into the Fulani Torodbe (Sullubawa) clan of Kano, Nigeria and was crowned on the 8th of June 2014 as the Emir of Kano, succeeding his late great-uncle Dr. Ado Bayero.

HRH Sanusi was a career banker, Fulani nobleman and the former Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria. The global financial intelligence magazine, The Banker, published by the Financial Times, has conferred on Sanusi two awards: the global award for Central Bank Governor of the Year and for Central Bank Governor of the Year for Africa (2011). TIME magazine also listed Sanusi among its 100 Most Influential People of 2011.

Before joining the Central Bank, HRH Sanusi was the chief executive of First Bank Nigeria Plc and also served as chief risk officer at First Bank and at United Bank for Africa (UBA), two of Nigeria’s largest lenders.

HRH Sanusi is globally renowned as a reformer following the bail-out of nine Nigerian lenders just weeks after taking office at the helm of the central bank, a move which many bankers say saved the financial sector in sub-Saharan Africa’s second biggest economy from the brink of collapse.

During his tenure as Governor, he sent shockwaves throughout the corporate establishment, sacking the chiefs of eight of the banks and felling pillars of Nigeria’s financial aristocracy who had long seen themselves as beyond the reach of the regulators in doing so.

HRH Sanusi has regularly spoken out about the need to fight corruption not only in the financial sector but in the political system in Nigeria – actions lauded by the international investment community.

HRH Sanusi gained degrees in economics and Islamic law from Ahmadu Bello University in Zaria, northern Nigeria, and from Khartoum, Sudan. He taught economics in Ahmadu Bello Universtiy, Zaria before going into banking in 1985.

Professor Rifaat Ahmed Abdel KarimChairperson

RFI Board of Trustees and Ex Officio Member of RFI

Council of Advisors

HRH Emir Muhammadu Sanusi II

Emir of Kano

Speakers & Panelists Biographies

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Georg Kell is Vice Chairman of Arabesque Partners, an AngloGerman asset management firmoffering a quantitative approach to sustainable investing.

He was the founding Executive Director of the United Nations Global Compact, the world’s largest voluntary corporate sustainability initiative with over 8,000 corporate signatories from more than 160 countries. Through his leadership, Georg helped to establish the Global Compact as the foremost platform for the development, implementation and disclosure of responsible and sustainable corporate policies and practices.

Georg also oversaw the conception and launch of the Global Compact’s sister initiatives, on investment, the Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI), and on education, the Principles for Responsible Management Education (PRME), together with the Sustainable Stock Exchanges (SSE) initiative.

Georg started his career as a research fellow in engineering at the Fraunhofer Institute in Berlin. He then worked as a financial analyst in various countries in Africa & Asia before joining the United Nations in 1987. A native of Germany, Georg holds advanced degrees in economics and engineering from the Technical University of Berlin.

Georg has received numerous recognitions and has been named among the “100 MostInfluential in Business Ethics” every year since 2011.

Abdulla Mohammed Al Awar is the CEO of Dubai Islamic Economy Development Centre (DIEDC). In this capacity, he oversees the Centre’s work and collaborates closely with DIEDC’s multiple stakeholders to implement the ‘Dubai: Capital of Islamic Economy’ strategy.

Prior to his current role, Al Awar was the CEO of Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) from 2009 to 2012.

Al Awar has served as member of several committees and boards in Dubai including the Economic Committee of the Executive Council of Dubai, Dubai Free Zones Council, Bourse Dubai and the Investment Committee of the Emirates NBD Real Estate Fund.

He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from the University of Colorado at Boulder, US. He is also a graduate of the Mohammed Bin Rashid Program for Leadership Development, an executive education program conducted in affiliation with Cranfield University, UK, IMD and INSEAD.

Appointed Governor of Bank Negara Malaysia in 2000, Dr. Zeti has had an important role in the successful transformation of Malaysia’s financial system, including overseeing the enactment of ten new major pieces of legislation for the financial sector. She is actively involved in strengthening regional cooperation and financial integration in Asia. A founding member of the Bank for International Settlements Asian Consultative Council, she was also the first co-chair of the Financial Stability Board Regional Consultative Group for Asia. Dr. Zeti participates extensively in international fora in many parts of the world, including acting as the voice of emerging economies in highlighting their role in the global economy. She has had an influential role in the global development of Islamic finance and has been involved in the financial inclusion agenda at the national and international levels. Dr. Zeti received her PhD in Economics from the University of Pennsylvania.

Georg KellVice Chairman

Arabesque Partners Founder & former Executive

Director, UN Global Compact

Abdulla Mohammed Al Awar

CEODubai Islamic Economy Development Centre

(DIEDC)

Dr. Zeti Akhtar AzizGovernor

Bank Negara Malaysia


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Professor Azmi serves as the Director General of Islamic Research and Training Institute (IRTI), Islamic Development Bank Group. Since he joined IRTI in early 2012, he has pioneered and introduced many leading Islamic Finance publications such as the Islamic Social Finance Report, the Global Report on Islamic Finance and Islamic Finance Country Report. Some of these reports are done in collaboration with global institutions such as the World Bank, Thomson-Reuters and IFSB. He is also a member of the External Advisory Group for the International Monetary Fund (IMF) Interdepartmental Working Committee on Islamic Finance and Board of Trustees of Responsible Finance Institute.

He was the Shari’ah adviser to Bank Kerjasama Rakyat Malaysia Berhad (an Islamic bank in Malaysia) and Amanah Ikhtiar Malaysia (an Islamic microfinance institution in Malaysia). Prior to joining IRTI, he was the Deputy Rector in charge of academic and research at the International Islamic University Malaysia.

Benjamin McCarron is a leading expert in responsible finance. A former fund manager, he has 13 years experience in mainstream finance and sustainability. He set up Singapore-based Asia Research and Engagement Pte. Ltd. (ARE) to help financial institutions, companies, and civil society organisations understand the financial relevance of sustainability and governance. He is also a specialist consultant for the Asian Corporate Governance Association (ACGA).

He is a regular speaker on sustainability and responsible investment in Asia and has been quoted or interviewed for a number of major international and Asian publications including the Financial Times, CNN, the Independent, the Observer, the Business Times and Today.

Benjamin studied Mathematics and Philosophy at Oxford University.

Dr. Azmi OmarDirector-General

Islamic Research and Training Institute (IRTI)

Benjamin McCarronFounder and Managing

DirectorAsia Research and Engagement (ARE)


Anne is Of Counsel with Arendt & Medernach in the Investment Funds Practice, where she dedicates her activities to microfinance and social impact projects. She advises specific domestic and international clients on the corporate and regulatory aspects of the creation and running of microfinance and social impact investment schemes. She also advises on the structuring of investments in and technical assistance programs to microfinance institutions and other social businesses.

Anne Contreras has been a member of the Luxembourg Bar since 1998. She is chairing the board of the European Microfinance Platform (e-MFP). She is a member of the Policy Committee of the European Venture Philanthropy Association (EVPA) and board member of the European Social Enterprise Law Association (ESELA). She participates in several other initiatives such as the European Impact Investing Luxembourg (EIIL) and the Responsible Investing Committee of the Association of the Luxembourg Fund Industry (ALFI).

Anne ContrerasChairwoman

European Microfinance Platform (e-MFP)

Of CounselArendt & Medernach

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Daud Vicary Abdullah is the President and Chief Executive Officer of INCEIF, The Global University of Islamic Finance. He has been in the finance and consulting industry for over 41 years, with significant experience in Asia, Europe, Latin America and the Middle East. Since 2002, he has focused exclusively on Islamic finance where he has contributed to a number of books on the subject and has co-authored a book on Islamic finance entitled “Islamic Finance: Why it makes sense.” He is also a frequent speaker and commentator on matters relating to Islamic finance.Prior to INCEIF, Daud was the Global Islamic Finance Leader with Deloitte. He was also previously Acting CEO of Asian Finance Bank, an Islamic bank based in Malaysia, and was the first Managing Director of Hong Leong Islamic Bank.

He is a Chartered Islamic Finance Professional (CIFP), a Distinguished Fellow of the Islamic Banking and Finance Institute of Malaysia (IBFIM) and a former Board member (2003 – 2007) of the Accounting and Auditing Organization for Islamic Financial Institutions (AAOIFI).

Currently, Daud is a member of the Global Group in Islamic Finance & Investment (Global IFIG), under the Foreign & Commonwealth Office, UK; a member of the Steering Committee for The Royal Awards for Islamic Finance (RAIF), a member of the Islamic Finance Committee at the Malaysia Institute of Accountants (MIA) and a Senior Advisor for University of East London’s Islamic Finance and Banking Advisory Board.

Blake Goud is the CEO of the RFI Foundation. He is also Chief Research Officer for MiddleEast Global Advisors where his focus is on MENA financial sector development and the growth of the Islamic economy. Blake’s primary area of interest is global Islamic banking, capital markets and opportunities to increase financial inclusion in Islamic finance through crowdfunding and microfinance.

Blake has nearly a decade experience researching Islamic finance and working in the financial sector in a compliance and investment officer role for a small US-based investment advisor and broker-dealer. Previous to RFI, Blake was the Community Leader for the Thomson Reuters Islamic Finance Gateway. At Thomson Reuters, he conducted research and analysis on the Islamic finance and Islamic economy sectors, set discussion points for large-scale events and one-on-one sessions with leaders of the Islamic finance industry. He drafted white papers following events including the IILM roundtables in London, UK and Washington, DC and was a principal author of the GIES 2013 Review following the Global Islamic Economy Summit organized in collaboration with the Dubai Chamber of Commerce & Industry and the Dubai Islamic Economy Development Centre. He also was the principal author of the Finance Forward Islamic Finance Outlook Report, launched at the 22nd annual World Islamic Banking Conference (WIBC) by Middle East Global Advisors.

His published research includes papers on Islamic microfinance, renewable energy microfinance and public finance using the esham structure to develop a flexible alternative for tax increment finance. He received his B.A. in Economics from Reed College in 2003.

Darrel Webber joined the RSPO as Chief Executive Officer (formerly known as Secretary General) in January 2011, based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. His last position was Senior Associate of Global Sustainability Associates, a role which required him to provide senior counsel to companies and organisations about agricultural development (including oil palm).

Prior to that, he was Senior Manager Palm Oil Sector Engagement at WWF-International and regional manager for companies such as Permanis Sandilands Sdn. Bhd. and Shell Malaysia Ltd. From 2007 until 2009, Darrel Webber was a RSPO Executive Board Member representing the Environmental NGOs constituent through his position at WWF International.

Darrel was also actively involved in the initial discussions and development of the RSPO Principles & Criteria. Darrel speaks in numerous thought leadership forums and conferences all around the world on sustainability.

Daud Vicary AbdullahPresident & CEO

INCEIF

Blake GoudCEO

RFI Foundation

Datuk Darrel WebberSecretary General

RSPO


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Hon Cheung is the Regional Director for State Street Global Advisors’ Official Institutions Group in Asia. He is responsible for developing relationships with central banks, sovereign wealth funds and other government institutions in the Asia Pacific region and advises on investment matters, particularly in relation to reserve management, bond market development and exchange traded funds. Mr Cheung joined State Street Global Advisors in 1996 and has served senior roles in the London, Hong Kong and Singapore offices.

Mr Cheung holds a degree in Mathematics from Imperial College London and the Diploma in Mathematical Statistics from Cambridge University and is a Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales. He serves on the board of directors of the Asia Securities Industry & Financial Markets Association and is on the Advisory Board of the Official Monetary and Financial Institutions Forum.

Hon CheungRegional Director, Official

Institutions GroupState Street Global Advisors


As a Sector Manager, ESG Research at Sustainalytics, Hardik is responsible for overseeing research and assuring quality for global equities in the Utilities, Real Estate, Commercial Services and Construction industries. Hardik actively engages with companies and clients on key ESG issues within these industries. In addition, Hardik is also involved in writing thought leadership pieces on ESG topics relevant to Asia with the most recent one, Investing in a “Modi-fied” India, published during January 2016.

Hardik also led the 2015 Channel NewsAsia Sustainability Ranking which lists the Top 100 companies with the highest sustainability performance in Asia. Hardik was Voted #1 research firm analyst who understands the challenges & opportunities facing companies in the IRRI Survey, 2015.

Hardik has previously worked as an ESG associate at MSCI Inc. and as a Senior Consultant with Ernst and Young’s climate change and sustainability services team.

Hardik ShahSector Manager – ESG

Research ProductsSustainalytics

Emily Chew leads a team of specialist analysts across the Asia-Pacific region that research and rate company performance on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) metrics, overseeing research for large- and mid-cap Asia-Pac companies on the MSCI All Country World Index.

After joining MSCI in 2011, Ms. Chew co-led the expansion of ratings research coverage to key East Asian markets, helping to develop the groupís research methodology and representing a key milestone for the extension of ESG investing to emerging markets. Through published thought leadership, she identifies ESG investment trends and themes relevant to regional and global asset owners and asset managers.

Ms. Chew was previously a funds management and capital markets lawyer with Baker & McKenzie. She sits on the Listed Equities Sub-Committee of the UN Principles for Responsible Investment, and was selected for Asia Societyís Asia 21 Young Leaders Program 2015. She holds an MBA (distinction) from Oxford University, and Law and Arts degrees (honours) from Melbourne University.

Emily ChewVice President & Asia Pacific

ESG Research LeadMSCI

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Isvary is a Senior Manager at MicroSave with a regional focus on Southeast Asia. She has held diverse roles across government, consulting and multilateral organisations. She started her career as a founding member of the Clean Energy team at the Singapore Economic Development Board, promoting investments in and building what was then a nascent sector. She subsequently managed a start-up clean energy and sustainability consulting firm. She has since gained experience in local economic development and financial inclusion through projects with Agence Française de Développement (AFD) in the Palestinian Territories, the UN in the ASEAN region and more recently with MicroSave in India. Her contributions span the areas of strategy development, project design and partnership management across a variety of stakeholders.

Before joining MicroSave, Isvary was a key member of the design and implementation team for a new ASEAN Financial Inclusion programme at the UN Capital Development Fund. In this capacity, she managed the policy research and advocacy efforts across the 10 member states, which led to the endorsement of a dedicated committee to advance Financial Inclusion by the region’s Finance Ministers.

Isvary holds a BSc Hons in Medical Sciences from the Australian National University and a dual Masters in Public Policy from the Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy and Sciences Po Paris. She is fluent in Tamil and speaks conversational German and basic Mandarin and French.

Janoearto Alamsyah is an Islamic Finance Research Team Leader with Bloomberg. He has been with the company for 14 years with broad experience in emerging market capital market database development and research. For the last 5 years, he has been focusing on developing strong Islamic Finance research and market data coverage in Bloomberg.

With the convergence of Islamic Finance into ethical investment and sustainable investment, he has been actively engaging market players to participate with the company to build a strong and integrated ESG research and database, with linkage to Islamic Finance database. Prior to joining Bloomberg, Janoearto had spent his career in Indonesian capital market, as stock exchange listing compliance officer and as accounting standard researcher.

Hasan AlJabri has been a major player in investment banking and corporate finance in the MENA region for over 30 years holding leading positions in two of the region’s most influential financial institutions; NCB Group and SAMBA. His achievements have driven these institutions to become leaders in corporate finance, corporate banking and investment management. He currently leads SEDCO Capital that manages and advises on investments both locally and internationally in different asset classes including private equity, public equity and global real-estate whilst ensuring that all these investments comply with the challenging Shari’a guidelines, spear heading the way into ethical investment solutions. Under his leadership, SEDCO Capital became the first fully Sharia compliant asset manager and the first Saudi asset manage to become a signatory of the UNPRI. Mr. Aljabri is a member of the Saudi British Business Council, founding trustee of the Responsible Investing Institute, member of the Global Islamic Finance and Investment Group and member of HOPE International advisory board, board member of Alsayidah Khadijah Bint Khouwailid Center, Member of Advisory Board for Agfund’s micro Finance bank under the patronage of HRH Prince Talal Bin Abdulaziz and board member of Saudi Foras Investment Company.Mr. AlJabri received The European’s Islamic Finance Personality of the Year MENA 2016, Global Islamic Finance Awards Islamic Finance Personality of the Year 2013 and was ranked among the top 50 Global Leaders in 2015 by Islamica 500.

He is a BSC graduate of the American University of Beirut and an Executive Management Program graduate of Columbia University.

Isvary SivalingamSenior Manager

MicroSave

Janoearto AlamsyahIslamic Finance Research

Team Leader Bloomberg

Hasan AlJabriChief Executive Officer

SEDCO Capital


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Julie Moret joined Franklin Templeton Investments in 2013 as a director, Investment Risk focused on environmental, social and governance issues. Ms. Moret is responsible for leading the firm’s efforts to enhance the integration of ESG considerations into the investment lifecycle and investment risk framework across the organisation globally. In her role Ms. Moret partners alongside the Investment Teams and Risk Managers to foster a disciplined, systematic and structured approach to the evaluation of ESG risks and opportunities.

Ms. Moret joined from Aviva Investors, where she was employed between 2009-2013. Ms. Moret initially held the position of equity portfolio risk manager, where she was responsible for managing a team of equity risk analysts and for the investment risk oversight across all Aviva Investors equity funds. Ms. Moret moved into the head of investment risk strategy role where she was responsible for establishing Aviva’s global investment risk framework.

Prior to this, Ms. Moret spent over 8 years at Barra, now MSCI where she was a vice president in their Risk Analytics Team, working with clients globally on education, usage and integration of risk analytics across equity and fixed income within client organisations. Ms. Moret started her career in 1998 at Risk Reporting, where she spent 2 years working as a risk analyst on behalf of pension funds and consultant clients.

Ms. Moret earned a B.A. in Economics and M.A. in International Economics from Essex University.

Julie MoretHead of ESG, Director-

Investment RiskFranklin Templeton

Investments

As Head of Asia at the United Nations-supported Principles for Responsible Investment (UN-PRI), Jessica is responsible for leading the PRI’s activities in the region. Prior to joining the PRI, Jessica was Chief Executive of the Association for Sustainable and Responsible Investment in Asia (ASrIA), one of Asia’s leading think tanks working to promote responsible investment across the region. She also led the Asia Investor Group on Climate Change (AIGCC) and played a leadership role in the Global Sustainable Investment Alliance (GSIA) and the Global Investor Coalition on Climate Change (GIC). Jessica has an extensive background in professional services and business consulting, focusing on the financial services, environmental finance and sustainability industries. Through varied roles, she has had experience of working and living in Asia, Europe and North America, and across a range of different sectors, markets and regulatory

Jessica RobinsonHead of Asia (ex-Japan)

Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI)

Jason W. Best is a technology entrepreneur who co-authored the crowdfund-investing framework used in the JOBS Act to legalize securities-based crowdfunding in the U.S.A. He and his business partner led the 460-day grass roots campaign to change 80 year old securities laws in the United States. He has twice been invited to provide US Congressional testimony on early-stage finance, consulted with current and former SEC Chairpersons and Commissioners and attended the White House, Rose Garden ceremony for President Obama to sign The JOBS Act into law, on April 5, 2012. Since then, professional investors, corporations, financial institutions, government ministries and multi-lateral organizations including the World Bank, engage his firm, CCA, to create successful investing, policy and educational strategies in early-stage finance. CCA has worked on innovative finance advisory initiatives in 35 countries.

Jason is also an Venture Partner with Vectr Ventures, a Hong Kong-based private investment company where he invests in FinTech in the US and Asia. He currently serves as an Entrepreneur-in-Residence at UC Berkeley’s Center for Entrepreneurship and Technology. He co-authored the World Bank’s groundbreaking research “Crowdfunding’s Potential in the Developing World” and is also co-author of “Crowdfund Investing for Dummies”, published by Wiley. The US State Department’s Global Entrepreneurship Program selected CCA as a Key Partner and has sent CCA on State Department Missions to 16 countries to provide consulting and education on entrepreneurship and crowdfunding. Jason is also co-author of the Strategic Roadmap for Crowdfunding in Chile for the Ministry of Economy and the Inter-American Development Bank. CCA has also co-founded and supported the development of crowdfunding associations in the US, Mexico, Chile, Hong Kong and Europe.

Jason W. BestCo-Founder & Principal

Crowdfund Capital Advisors LLC (CCA)

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Kurt Lieberman is CEO of Magni. Magni is the leader in country-level research on corporate governance. The US based research and asset management firm was founded by Dr. Roger Conant, previously the CIO for St. Paul Companies/Travelers. Magni believes Countries Matter™ when investing internationally and scores countries on their ability to provide an environment conducive to effective corporate governance. Magni’s research process uses widely-accepted economic concepts to assess the legal, regulatory, and economic infrastructure of a country. Magni has fifteen years of proprietary research on countries of the world.

Previously, Mr. Lieberman has led businesses of many different sizes, including 4 startups. One of the startups was sold to McKinsey & Company. He has also held senior positions at Thomson Reuters. Mr. Lieberman works to improve communities through social service, inner-city education, and welfare organizations.

Following a 20-year career in banking and finance in Asia and United States, Mr. Wong has been actively contributing to the impact investing and social entrepreneurship space in Hong Kong and Asia through his work as an independent advisor to family offices, foundations and governments. He also serves as an advisory council member of Impact Investing Policy Collaborative, a global network of researchers and policymakers working on ecosystem building and policy innovation.

On a personal level, Mr. Wong has invested in a number of social startups that have created disruptive solutions to address sustainable food, education and environmental challenges. He holds an MBA and dual Bachelor degrees in Operations Research and Economics with Distinction, all from Cornell University. He is a frequent Op-Ed contributor to the South China Morning Post and blogs about his experience on impact investing at Investing Through a Social Lens.

Kurt liebermanCEO

Magni Asset Management LLC

P. Ming WongCo-founder & CEO

Asia Community Ventures

Dr. Maliah Sulaiman, a Fellow of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (UK), holds a PhD from the University of Otago, New Zealand. She is currently the Dean and Professor of Accounting at the Kulliyyah of Economics and Management Sciences, International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM). She started her career as an audit semi senior at a public accountants firm in Malaysia and later joined academia. She is an expert panel member of the International Standards Organization’s Working Group 8 (ISO 207, WG 8) committee on Material Flow Cost Accounting (MFCA) and also sits on the Standard Industrial Research Institute of Malaysia’s (SIRIM) committee on MFCA. She is a council member of the Malaysian Institute of Accountants (MIA) and sits on the Education and Islamic Finance committees of MIA. She is also a board member of the Malaysian Accounting Standards Board (MASB). Her areas of research include Environmental Accounting and Islamic Accounting.

Prof. Dr. Maliah SulaimanDean, Kulliyyah of Economics and Management Sciences

International Islamic University Malaysia

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Dr. Mohd. Daud Bakar is the Founder and Group Chairman of Amanie Advisors, a global boutique Shariah advisory firm with offices located worldwide, and International Institute of Islamic Finance Inc. (IIIF). He currently sits as a Chairman of the Shariah Advisory Council at the Central Bank of Malaysia, the Securities Commission of Malaysia, the Labuan Financial Services Authority and the International Islamic Liquidity Management Corporation (IILM). He is also a Shariah board member of various financial institutions, including the National Bank of Oman (Oman), Noor Islamic Bank (Dubai), Amundi Asset Management (France), Morgan Stanley (Dubai), Bank of London and Middle East (London), BNP Paribas (Bahrain), Bank Al Khair (Bahrain), Islamic Bank of Asia (Singapore), Dow Jones Islamic Market Index (New York), Financial Guidance (USA), amongst many others.

Prior to this; he was the Deputy Vice-Chancellor at the International Islamic University Malaysia. He received his first degree in Shariah from University of Kuwait in 1988 and obtained his PhD from University of St. Andrews, United Kingdom in 1993. In 2002, he completed his external Bachelor of Jurisprudence at University of Malaya. He has published a number of articles in various academic journals and has made many presentations in various conferences both local and overseas. On the recognition side, DrMohdDaud has been honored with “The Asset Triple A Industry Leadership Award” at The Asset Triple A Islamic Finance Award 2014 by The Asset magazine and been named as the “Most Outstanding Individual”, awarded by His Majesty, the King of Malaysia, in conjunction with the national-level Prophet Muhammad’s birthday 2014.

Mohd Daud BakarCEO & PresidentAmanie Advisors

Prof. Dr. Mohamad Akram is currently the Executive Director of International Shari’ah Research Academy for Islamic Finance (ISRA) and Professor at International Centre for Education in Islamic Finance (INCEIF). Prior to joining ISRA he was an Assistant Professor at the Kulliyah of Islamic Revealed Knowledge and Human Sciences, International Islamic University, Malaysia (IIUM). In the period 2002-2004, he was a Visiting Assistant Professor at the University of Sharjah, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates. At present, he is the Deputy Chairman of Bank Negara Malaysia Shari’ah Advisory Council, Member of Law Harmonisation Committee Bank Negara Malaysia, Member of Shari’ah Board of Employees Provident Fund Malaysia (EPF), Member Financial Regulation Advisory Council of Experts (FRACE), Central Bank of Nigeria, Member Board of Trustee of Islamic Research Training Institute under Islamic Development Bank, Jeddah and other Boards locally and internationally.

Prof. Akram holds a B.A. Honours degree in Islamic Jurisprudence and Legislation from the University of Jordan, Amman, Jordan and a Ph.D. in Principles of Islamic Jurisprudence (Usul al-Fiqh) from the University of Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom. He is a registered Shariah Advisor for Islamic Securities with the Securities Commission of Malaysia and has acted as Shariah advisor in the issuance of several sukuks.

Prof. Dr. Mohamed Akram laldin

Executive DirectorISRA

Margie works with great corporations to incorporate social innovation into core business, achieving goals in CSR and ESG. This includes projects building CSR strategy and plans, as well as projects across microfinancing, SROI and ESG evaluations. Graduated an electrical engineer, Margie has focused on strategy, marketing and operations. She has worked in the corporate sector with Intel, The Boston Consulting Group and HCL Technologies; in the non-profit sector with CIMB Foundation; and now as the founder of Thoughts In Gear.

Margie OngChief Executive OfficerThoughts In Gear (TIG)

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He is currently the Executive Vice President and the Head of Shariah Management at Maybank Islamic Berhad. As the Head of Shariah Manangement, En. Ramadhan oversees all Shariah related matters pertaining to retail, business and corporate banking, treasury, debt market, equity markets and asset management within Maybank Group.

He is also overseeing Maybank Islamic’s zakat and wakaf-based programs. Prior to Maybank Islamic, En. Ramadhan served as Senior Manager at Islamic Markets, Maybank Investment Bank. He also formerly served as a Manager in Shariah Advisory at RHB Islamic Shariah. En. Ramadhan started his career as an Assistant Lecturer of Islamic Economy at University of Malaya.

He has presented several papers at local and international conferences and he is a regular contributor to Islamic banking column in few local newspapers. He also appears in several television programs to talk about various topics related to Islamic finance. En. Ramadhan holds a Bachelors in Shariah (Fiqh and Usul) (1st class honour) from the University of Malaya and a Masters of Fiqh and Usul Fiqh from the International Islamic University Malaysia.

Mohammad Raafi Hossain is the Manager for the Narwi Platform at Silatech, supervising Narwi’s development as an innovative online technology platform that spurs impactful microenterprise development by facilitating contributions from users, globally.

Prior to joining Silatech, Mohammad was the Chair of the Environmental Priority Working Group for the United Nations in Iraq. There, he designed, structured and implemented key environmental policies and programs to encourage sustainable development throughout Iraq.

Mohammad is also an established entrepreneur and has founded a couple of early-stage startups that focus on the merging of ethical finance and technology for triple bottom line impact.

Mohammad holds a Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Economics and Policy from the University of California, Berkeley. He is currently working towards his Master’s degree in Sustainable Development from Harvard University.

Muhd Ramadhan Fitri Bin Ellias

Executive Vice President & Head of Shari’ahMaybank Islamic

Mohammad Raafi HossainManager

Narwi PlatformSilatech

Monem Salam is the President and Executive Director of Saturna Sdn. Bhd., Saturna Capital’s wholly-owned Malaysian subsidiary, and a Director at Saturna Capital. He received his degrees from the University of Texas: BA (Austin) and MBA (Dallas).

He worked as the Chief Investment Officer for ITG & Associates (Dallas) until 1999; then as a representative with Morgan Stanley (suburban Dallas) until joining Saturna Capital in June 2003. He served as the Director of Islamic investing and Deputy Portfolio Manager to the Amana Mutual Funds Trust until moving to Kuala Lumpur in 2012 to oversee Saturna Sdn. Bhd.

Monem is Adjunct Professor at IE Business School and speaks at Islamic finance/investment conferences worldwide and he is co-author of ‘A Muslim’s Guide to Investing and Personal Finance’. Monem has authored the chapter on Islamic Investing in both “Contemporary Islamic Finance”, “Islamic Capital Markets” and contributes articles to leading Islamic financial magazines. As a mark of recognition of his achievements in Islamic economy, Monem was ranked among 500 of the Islamic world’s most prominent and influential leaders by ISLAMICA 500 in 2015.

Monem SalamPresident and Fund Manager

Saturna Sdn Bhd

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Omar Selim is the founder of Arabesque and its Chief Executive Officer. Mr Selim has 20 years’ experience in international investment banking, having held senior positions at UBS, Morgan Stanley and Credit Suisse.

He joined Barclays in 2004, where he was responsible for a multibillion dollar revenue budget and over a thousand staff.

In 2012, he initiated the values based asset management project at Barclays, originating the concept and developing it into Arabesque, in cooperation with professors from the universities of Stanford, Oxford, Cambridge, Maastricht, and Fraunhofer. Arabesque was established in June 2013 through a management buy-out from Barclays.

Led by founder and CEO, Omar Selim, Arabesque is headquartered in London and has a large research hub in Frankfurt, together with an advisory board of highly respected industry leaders and academics.

Prior Positions• Member of Barclays Capital’s European Management Committee• Head of Global Markets for the European time zone• Chief Executive and Chairman for a number of regions• Member of Barclays Bank’s Swiss Supervisory Board

Omar SelimCEO

Arabesque Partners

Mr Omar Khan joined Crescent Wealth in August 2011 and is the Director of Strategy & Development. Omar leads the firm’s investment strategy, property funds platform as well international distribution. Over the years, he has been responsible for the design and launch of numerous funds which includes the firm’s flagship pension fund.

Prior to joining Crescent Wealth, Omar was an Associate Director at Lend Lease Ventures (a growth stage corporate venture capital fund). At Lend Lease Ventures, Omar gained significant experience in investing in growth stage companies as well providing strategic assistance at Board and senior management levels. Prior to this Omar spent just over a year as an Analyst within a senior management team at Lend Lease and prior to that almost two years as an Analyst at Deloitte. Omar also holds degrees in LLB and BCom and was also the 2013 winner of Sydney University and BOSS Magazine’s Top Emerging Leader in Australia Award.

Omar is a member of the Crescent Wealth Board of Directors as well the Investment Committee.

Omar KhanDirector of Strategy &

DevelopmentCrescent Wealth

Najmuddin is currently the Chief Executive Officer and Executive Director of BIMB Investment Management Berhad that manages RM950 million of shariah compliant assets covering equity, sukuk and money market.

He was formerly an Executive Director at Goldman Sachs (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd in the Investment Management Division, an Assistant Director at CIMB-Principal Asset Management and a Deputy Director at Bank Negara Malaysia. He has more than 16 years of experience in the financial services industry.

Najmuddin graduated with a MBA and Bachelor of Science of Business Administration from the University of Missouri – St. Louis, USA, registered with the Federation of Investment Managers Malaysia ( FIMM ) and hold the Securities Commission’s Capital Markets Services Representative’s License.

Najmuddin Mohd LutfiChief Executive Officer

BIMB Investment Management Bhd

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Rushdi Siddiqui is Co-Founder & CEO of Zilzar, US/Malaysia based B2B (www.zilzar.com a halal e-commerce platform) and Muslim Lifestyle (www.zilzarlife.com, blogger content website).

Mr. Siddiqui is Chairman of Zywary Foundation, www.zywary.org, grant giving to empower & include women entrepreneur in India for modest fashion. He is one the top 50 ‘Leaders of the Islamic Economy’ by Islamica 500, mentor for McKinsey Youth Leadership Academy Malaysia.

He is a co-founder of Shekra, World’s first Islamic Crowd Funding, Advisory Board of Crescenrating, Advisor The Halal Dining Club, Singapore, Board of Trustees of Hudson Hills Academy, NY, advisor at DinarStandard, a US based growth strategy firm.

He is featured in book, Global Leaders in Islamic Finance, John Wiley, 2013. He was a co-founder and MD of Azka Capital, PE advisory firm for Halal Industry with former PM of Malaysia, Abdullah Badawi.

He is on International Islamic Advisory Committee for Malaysia’s Securities Commission, 2011; Dubai International financial Center (DIFC) Islamic Finance Advisory Committee (IFAC) 2007 to 2011.

He was the Global Head of Islamic Finance & OIC Countries for Thomson Reuters (TR). Before TR, he was Global Director of the Dow Jones Islamic Market Index. His experience and understanding of private and public sector of growth markets in Asia and Middle East is channelled through his Writings, Lecturing and speaking engagements.

Mr. Siddiqui led his team to establish the world’s first Islamic equity index, first Sukuk index, first Islamic sustainability index, first halal food index (SAMI), first Islamic interbank benchmark rate (IIBR), and pre-trade multi-asset platform. He contributed to world’s first Islamic Exchange Traded Fund (ETF) in Europe, Asia and US, led the index provider to have licensed Islamic AUMs of $7 billion.

He has columns in Malaysia’s Malaysian Reserve, Malaysia Insider and The Edge, and Dubai’s Khaleej Times and CPI, guest contributor to IFN, etc

Paul Loomis is the Regional Director for GCC and Asia of The Business Year, as such Paul is responsible for TBY’s operations in Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Oman, the UAE, and for the expansion of the company’s activities in new markets in Asia.

Paul is originally from North Carolina and attended the University of North Carolina at Asheville. He brings with him many years of experience working throughout GCC, Africa, and Latin America. Most recently he has served as TBY’s Country Editor in Nigeria, Saudi Arabia, Peru, the UAE, Tanzania, and Mexico.

Robin has worked for the Alliance for Financial Inclusion (AFI) since 2011, and as Head of Policy Analysis and Capacity Building is responsible for policy support to AFI’s membership of central bankers and financial regulators from more than 90 developing and emerging countries, and oversight of AFI’s training courses, peer advisory services and joint learning programs.

Prior to joining AFI, Robin held various positions in the United Kingdom Treasury over a seven year period. He holds a M. Phil in International Relations and a BA in Modern History, from the University of Oxford.

Rushdi SiddiquiCo-Founder & CEO

Zilzar Tech Sdn. Bhd

Paul loomisRegional Director for GCC

and AsiaThe Business Year

Robin NewnhamHead of Policy Analysis and

Capacity BuildingAlliance for Financial Inclusion

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Dr. Sayd Farook is a veteran C-suite professional with a strong knowledge management and strategy execution track record.

Sayd is the founding Vice Chairperson of the RFI Foundation, a London based non-profit backed by financial industry leaders promoting the convergence and expansion of responsible finance practices. Sayd is also an Advisor to the Executive Office of HH Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai.

Most recently, Sayd served as the Vice Chairman and CEO of Middle East Global Advisors, a leading intelligence and connectivity platform and a Projects Advisor to the Dubai Islamic Economy Development Center, Government of Dubai.

Previously, he was the Global Head Islamic Capital Markets at Thomson Reuters, where he advised and served large corporates, multilaterals and governments in the Middle East, North Africa and South East Asia.

During the duration of his five year leadership stint at Thomson Reuters where he oversaw the Islamic markets strategy, he conceived and led his 25 strong team to achieve a number of industry firsts besides growing and leading a profitable and highly visible business. He also advises and produces a number of research based insights for government entities in the GCC including Dubai, Bahrain and Saudi Arabia such as the Dubai Islamic Economy Development Center, The Executive Office, Central Bank of Bahrain, Economic Development Board Bahrain, Tadawul Saudi Arabia and the Islamic Development Bank.

Prior to his role at Thomson Reuters, Dr. Sayd was a legal and structuring advisor at Dar Al Istithmar, a boutique advisory firm based in Oxford and owned by Deutsche Bank, Oxford Center for Islamic Studies and Saudi Bin Laden Group.

Prior to this, he led the growth and innovation strategy at the Centre for Islamic Finance at the Bahrain Institute of Banking and Finance.

Dr. Sayd has a Doctorate in Financial Economics (specifically focusing on Islamic banking and risk management), a first class Honours in Business and a Law Degree (LLM) from the University of Technology Sydney. He is also a fellow Certified Islamic Professional Accountant (CIPA).

Dr. Sayd FarookCo-Vice Chairperson &

TrusteeRFI Foundation

Sam has 14 years experience working for international investment banks in London and MENA region investment banks in Dubai. Prior to founding Eureeca, he was Director for MENA Equities at Arqaam Capital and was Vice President of Equity Capital Markets at SHUAA Capital before that.

In 2011, allowing the experience gained during his thriving career years in investment banking to inform his entrepreneurial dream, Sam co-founded Eureeca with long-term business colleague and friend, Chris Thomas. Eureeca is the first global equity crowdfunding platform. It enables members of its investor network, who range from casual and angel investors to institutional firms, to buy shares in growth-oriented businesses, while providing operational businesses with crucial access to capital. Sam Quawasmi

MD & Co-FounderEureeca

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Having worked across retail, construction and executive search, Stuart established his own wealth management business 10 years ago providing investment advice to high net-worth individuals, families and companies.

He recently joined Simply Ethical as Chief Investment Officer, where he is driving an innovative and fresh approach to accessing Sharia compliant ethical investments

Stuart is a Chartered Fellow of the Chartered Institute for Securities & Investments (CISI) and is also a qualified Financial Planner with the Personal Finance Society. He holds the Islamic Finance Qualification and is an External Specialist Advisor to the CISI on Islamic Finance.

Outside of financial services, he holds several Trustee and Non-Executive Director positions, including Chairman of a UK housing company.

Stuart HuttonChief Investment Officer

Simply Ethical

Stella Cox is Managing Director of DDCAP and its wholly owned subsidiaries DD&Co Limited and DDGI Limited. Stella and her team are responsible for DDCAP’s Islamic financial sector clients and market activities. DD&Co is a leading provider of asset facilitation services to the Islamic wholesale markets. DDGI has invested, for its own account, in a number of Islamic financial services initiatives and was a founder shareholder in Islamic Bank of Britain (now Al Rayan Bank).

Previously she was a Director of Dresdner Kleinwort Benson Limited (“KB”) where she had responsibility for Middle Eastern institutional relationships and product development for KB’s Islamic clients. Stella’s team managed assets aggregating over US$2bn and extended over US$250mn of finance to their clients through Sharia’a compliant structures. Whilst with the Bank, Stella was involved in structuring The Islamic Fund, the first Sharia’a compliant global equity product, launched in 1986. She was also a Director of the Al Meezan Commodity Fund plc, a joint venture initiative with an IslamicBank that invested in non-ferrous metals traded on the London Metal Exchange.

From 2007-2009 Stella served as an Independent Non-Executive Director of Gatehouse Bank, a UK Islamic investment bank.

On 13th March 2013, the UK Government launched the first Islamic Finance Task Force. The ministerial led Task Force was established to refocus on Islamic Finance and the UK proposition. In addition to the 4 Ministers, Stella was one of a small group of non-ministerial industry experts within the Task Force and acted as practitioner lead for the regulatory workstream. With support from the Task Force, the UK Government announced plans at the World Islamic Economic Forum in October 2013 in London to launch an inaugural sovereign Sukuk in the near future, culminating in the successful £200mn issuance in June 2014. Subsequently, Stella has been appointed Chair of the Islamic Finance Market Advisory Group recently established by TheCityUK.

Stella CoxManaging Director

DDCAP

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Waheed Qaiser(WQ) is Chairman of Varcale Capital Management, Vice Chairman Swissalpha Management and President of “MaximLLP”. Waheed held executive management positions at Citibank, HSBC, UBS, IIBU, IBB, and QCC. He is Co-Founder of the first Islamic bank in UK licensed in 2004 and was head of the First Islamic window of a British bank.

Waheed is a conventional & Islamic banker and a Management Professional, having led Operations, Retail/Private banking, Investment banking, and various areas of Islamic banking. He is founding member of the Bank of England working party on Islamic mortgages that brought the constitutional amendment on double stamp duty for Islamic mortgages in the UK. Waheed Qaiser

ChairmanVarcale Capital Management

Umar Munshi is a Social Entrepreneur. He started his first business in the year 2000 at the age of 18, when he brought a physical business online and outpriced competitors from cost savings. He then ventured into a Nanotechnology Healthcare business, bringing it from Singapore to Saudi Arabia before eventually focusing on Indonesia. In 6 years, he had expanded to 5 major cities in Indonesia. He also ventured into F&B in Singapore, and in 2006 received the Malay Chamber’s Young Entrepreneur of the Year Finalist Award for his achievements. In late 2011, he returned to Singapore to focus on developing Islamic Finance at the grassroots level.

Amanah Asset Management made some difference, especially in educating the public about Islamic Finance and in December 2013, he co-founded Club Ethis – the World’s First Ethical & Islamic Real Estate Crowdfunding Platform. All his businesses are lean startups which grow organically. Club Ethis is Headquartered in Singapore, with a Country Office in Jakarta, Indonesia and a Representative Office in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

Umar is the of head the Singapore Chapter of TDA, an Indonesian-based Community of 30,000 entrepreneurs and is on the Board of Directors of the Singapore Malay Chambers of Commerce.

umar MunshiDirector & Founding Partner

Club Ethis/Kapital Boost


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Lead Financial Sector Specialist at the Finance and Markets Global Practice of the World Bank. He heads the World Bank Global Islamic Finance Development Center in Istanbul. He has more than 25 years of experience of risk management, capital markets, and asset management at the World Bank Treasury.

Islamic finance is his research focus and he has co-authored several articles and books on Islamic finance on the topics of banking risk, financial inclusion, economic development, financial stability, and risk-sharing. His co-edited book, “Economic Development and Islamic Finance” was published by the World Bank in 2013. He earned his Ph. D. in international finance from the George Washington University and serves as Professional faculty at Carey Business School of Johns Hopkins University.

Dr. Zamir IqbalLead Financial Sector

SpecialistWorld Bank

Zainal Izlan Zainal Abidin joined Securities Commission Malaysia (SC) as Executive Director, Islamic Capital Market in January 2011. Prior to joining SC, he was Chief Executive Officer / Director of i-VCAP Management, an Islamic fund management firm based in Malaysia.

He has about 25 years’ experience in the financial services industry. He began his career with Citibank before joining MIDF Amanah Asset Management. During his tenure with MIDF Asset, he held several positions covering research, portfolio management and business development. He was also seconded to Schroder Investment Management Limited in London for two years to be part of the team managing equity investments in the Asia Pacific markets. His last position prior to joining i-VCAP was CEO / Director of MIDF Asset. He also held directorships in several companies in the MIDF Group.

He holds a Bachelor of Science in Economics degree (dual concentration in Accounting & Finance) from The Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania, USA, and is a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) charter holder.

Zainal Izlan Zainal AbidinExec. Director, Islamic Capital

MarketSecurities Commission

Malaysia


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The Next Generation Asset Manager

Arabesque is an award-winning asset manager that integrates environmental, social and governance data with quantitative investment strategies. It is the world’s first ESG Quant fund.

The word ‘Arabesque’ describes geometric art built with mathematical equations. At Arabesque, patterns are used to organise an investment universe of 1000 global stocks into a combination that delivers a superior risk-return profile, using fundamental, quantitative, forensic, financial and nonfinancial data.

Based in London and Frankfurt, Arabesque was institutionally developed at Barclays Bank between 2011 and 2013 in co-operation with leading professors from the universities of Stanford, Oxford, Cambridge and Maastricht, together with the Fraunhofer Society. The company was established as a partnership in 2013 through a management buyout of all rights and intellectual property, and is regulated in the UK by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA).

At the heart of Arabesque’s approach is the comprehensive integration of nonfinancial information into the investment process not only to reduce risk, but also to actively generate performance.

This concept is based on sound research. In collaboration with the University of Oxford, Arabesque published in 2014 one of the most significant meta-studies of its kind on sustainability and financial performance, based on almost 200 academic studies, industry reports and books.

The report, entitled ‘From the Stockholder to the Stakeholder’, found that 80% of all research identified a positive relationship between sustainability practices and investment performance.

The firm’s two funds, Arabesque Prime and Systematic, have both consistently outperformed their benchmark of the MSCI ACWI since inception on 1st August 2014, and rank within the Top 20% and Top 15% of their Morningstar peer groups respectively.

The Arabesque partnership comprises of senior professionals from leading international investment banks and asset managers, and is led by Chief Executive Officer Omar Selim, who was formerly Head of Global Markets for institutional clients in Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Eastern Europe at Barclays Bank.

The Chairman of Arabesque is Dr Robert G. Eccles, Professor of Management Practice at Harvard Business School and the leading academic authority on integrated reporting. Also the founding Chairman of the Sustainability Accounting Standards Board (SASB), Dr. Eccles is one of the world’s top researchers on sustainability from both a company and investor perspective. He is joined on the Board by Vice Chairman Georg Kell, the founding Executive Director of the United Nations Global Compact - the world’s largest voluntary corporate sustainability initiative with over 8,000 corporate signatories from over 160 countries.

Arabesque’s Advisory Board comprises of leading scientists in quantitative finance and ESG research from world-class institutions, together with CEOs from leading international service providers.

Asset Management Partner

Omar SelimFounding Partner & CEO

Georg KellVice Chairman

Sustainable is powerfulQuantitative, sustainable investing

www.arabesque.com

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Knowledge Partner

Thomson Reuters is the world’s leading source of intelligent information for businesses and professionals. We combine industry expertise with innovative technology to deliver critical information to leading decision makers in the financial and risk, legal, tax and accounting, intellectual property and science and media markets, powered by the world’s most trusted news organization. With headquarters in New York and major operations in London and Eagan, Minnesota, Thomson Reuters employs approximately 60,000 people and operates in over 100 countries. Thomson Reuters shares are listed on the Toronto and New York Stock Exchanges.

Today’s dynamic markets require deep knowledge before investment decisions are made and execution strategies are planned. Thomson Reuters has been at the heart of Islamic finance for over 30 years, offering innovative investment and trading solutions for financial professionals across multiple asset classes. We provide holistic technology capabilities by embedding customised solutions into the information requirement workflows of professionals serving various business functions, while facilitating real-time connectivity to the global Islamic finance community. Whether it’s asset class, sector, country or region specific, you can rely on us to deliver the quality of analysis that can only be expected of Thomson Reuters.

For more information, go to http://thomsonreuters.com

Mustafa AdilHead of Islamic Finance for

Thomson Reuters

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Founded in 1998 and headquartered in London, DDCAP Limited (“DDCAP”) was the first wholesale, Islamic market intermediary established specifically for the purpose of supporting the growth and development of the Islamic finance industry and it remains a market leader in this sector. The Company provides asset facilitation services across a diverse range of Sharia’a compliant products, asset classes and instruments in both the primary and secondary markets and has been recognised through numerous industry awards for its services.

DDCAP is majority owned and controlled by IPGL Limited (“IPGL”), a private holding company with an interest in a number of financial services companies. IPGL is also a significant shareholder in ICAP plc, a leading markets operator and provider of post trade risk mitigation and information services.

DDCAP has an extensive track record within the Islamic finance industry, employing over 35 professionals with broad and complementary skill sets drawn from diverse financial industry backgrounds. Outside of its London headquarters, DDCAP has global representation with an office in the DIFC in Dubai and a presence in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. The company is also in the process of further expanding its global footprint with representation in South East Asia.

DDCAP provides Sharia’a compliant asset facilitation and structuring services to over 300 financial sector clients worldwide including central banks, financial institutions and asset managers and funds.

DDCAP recently announced the launch of its significantly upgraded Asset Facilitation Platform (AFP), its award winning electronic platform offering clients secure, unique and highly efficient online real-time transaction processing with coverage 24 hours a day.

Associate Partner

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execution and value-added services to its global clients

DDCAP holds a unique market position as facilitator across a diverse range

of Sharia’a compliant products, asset classes and instruments in both the

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t: +44 207 863 1250e: [email protected]

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Integrating Shariah Investment Capabilities with ESG Analysis

Franklin Templeton Investments is a global investment management organisation headquartered in San Mateo, California. We provide global and domestic investment management services in conventional and Shariah strategies to retail, institutional and sovereign wealth clients in over 180 countries. Through specialised teams, we offer Shariah investment expertise across various styles and asset classes, such as Sukuk, equities and multi-assets. We have one of the largest teams dedicated to Sukuk investment operating in key global Sukuk hubs, Kuala Lumpur and Dubai. This close proximity allows our Sukuk teams to develop a deeper understanding of the local markets’ nuances, enabling them to make better investment decisions.

Our firm’s goal is to deliver strong, long-term results for investors. We recognise that environmental, social and governance (ESG) considerations can have a material impact on investments. As such, we are committed to incorporate financially material ESG analysis throughout our global platform, including Shariah investments. Our partnerships with Amanie Advisors and Ideal Ratings provided the layer of Shariah-compliance endorsement and stock screening process in our Shariah investment portfolios. We believe this complements traditional financial analysis and provides greater insight into each security’s risk and return potential. This process allows our portfolio teams to work in partnership with our ESG specialists, utilising research and data from a variety of sources including dedicated ESG analytics. Our integrated approach is designed to ensure ESG considerations are:

• Recognised: ESG risks and opportunities should be identified and understood at the security, portfolio and operational levels;• Rational: Affirm that ESG risks and opportunities are an intended and rational part of each portfolio strategy;• Rewarded: ESG risks and opportunities should have commensurate long-term reward potential.

At Franklin Templeton Investments, our commitment to embedding ESG considerations throughout our investment process and culture is an integral component of our firm’s goal which seeks to deliver exceptional investment management for our clients.

Contact DetailsFranklin Templeton InvestmentsSuite 31-02, 31st Floor, Menara Keck Seng, 203, Jalan Bukit Bintang, 55100, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

www.franklintempleton.com.my

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Many companies today are looking for ways to integrate core business with social needs and compliance. Thoughts In Gear (TIG) provides CSR and ESG consulting.

In CSR, we help clients strategise, plan, execute and monitor social impact. It is our belief that as communities prosper, corporations stand to be a large benefactor. In this pursuit of societal solutions, there are numerous corporations that will redefine or discover products that will generate new revenue streams and phenomenal growth. It is this win-win scenario that we’re looking to discover for our corporate clients, and together to create Corporate Responsibility portfolios that consist of Philanthropy, Sustainability and Shared Value. This balanced approach will enable corporations to continue to do well and do good.

In ESG, we help clients understand, prioritise and take action towards improving their Environmental, Social and Governance standing. Investors are beginning to expect more from capital markets in ensuring greater business and social sustainability.

TIG has worked with large companies across South East Asia and Europe. We look forward to engaging with companies who are looking to grow and to innovate.

Associate Partner

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Wiley creates products and services that help customers become more effective in the workplace and achieve career success. It brings to life the ideas and best practices of thought leaders in business, finance, accounting, workplace learning, management, leadership, technology, behavioral health, engineering/architecture, and education to serve these communities worldwide. Wiley is the leading global business publisher, with longstanding success and credibility with our customers and our publishing partners. Our offerings include books, subscription products, and information services in all media and the program cover every topic on the business shelf, from the introductory level to the highest professional need, from long-selling standard works to popular bestsellers. Visit www.wiley.com for more information.

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The United Nations-supported Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI) Initiative is an international network of investors working together to put the six Principles for Responsible Investment into practice. Its goal is to understand the implications of sustainability for investors and support signatories to incorporate these issues into their investment decision making and ownership practices. In implementing the Principles, signatories contribute to the development of a more sustainable global financial system. Such a system will reward long-term, responsible investment and benefit the environment and society as a whole. The PRI Initiative has quickly become the leading global network for investors to publicly demonstrate their commitment to responsible investment, to collaborate and learn with their peers about the financial and investment implications of ESG issues, and to incorporate these factors into their investment approaches. Since its launch by the UN in 2006, the PRI has gone from strength to strength with over 1400 signatories representing more than US$ 59 trillion assets under management from over 50 countries. To learn more visit www.unpri.org

“The Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment (CISI) is the leading professional body for financial practitioners working in the global securities and investment industry.

The Institute was formally established in the UK in 1992, and its international presence is served by offices in Singapore, Philippines, India, Sri Lanka, and the UAE.

Globally we have more than 40,000 members in 116 countries.

The CISI’s mission is to help financial services professional to attain, maintain and develop their knowledge and skills, and to promote the highest standards of ethics and integrity within the securities and investment industry. The Institute’s wide-ranging industry qualifications cover Islamic Finance, Wealth Management, Capital Markets and Corporate Finance, Compliance and Risk, and Operations, and in 2015 the CISI set over 40,000 examinations in 80 countries.

The CISI’s Islamic Finance qualifications provide professionals with specialist expertise in the fields of Islamic Economics, Islamic Business Ethics, Sharia and Islamic Commercial Jurisprudence, Sukuk Market, Islamic Insurance - Takaful, and Islamic Corporate Governance.

For further information, please visit www.cisi.org, or contact the CISI Singapore office at [email protected] or +65 6438 5007.”

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The New York Times is a leading global news source for opinion leaders and decisions markers around the world.It provides news coverage of exceptional depth and breadth, as well as Opinion that is thoughtful and stimulating. Widely quoted, and often hotly debated, The New York Times is held by its readers to the highest of standards.With dedicated newsrooms in New York, Paris, London and Hong Kong, the newspaper is for sale in over 130 countries and distributed on over 110 airlines around the world.

The New York Times international edition brings the brand’s award-winning journalism to readers across the globe. The Times has a cohesive global brand strategy and is investing in the international coverage. This focus is critical for one of the most enduring brands in journalism.

The New York Times: A truly a global Media brand: • 3 print editions: US, EMEA and Asia Pacific. • The online edition: With a US website, an international website and a Chinese website.• The New York Times content is also available on Mobile web, iphone, ipad and android apps.• T Magazine: The New York Times Style Magazine is published 15 times a year

and the International editions is published 8 times a year.

The Malaysian Reserve is an all business daily (Monday-Friday) first published on July 28th, 2007 in recognition of the fast moving and ever changing market environment. As a pro-business newspaper, it stresses on balanced reporting encompassing local and international news. The layout is uncluttered and designed to facilitate ease of reading.

The Malaysian Reserve is targeted at senior and top management of organizations (the C-Suites), businessmen, policymakers, investors and high net worth individuals who are influential and leaders in their industry. It is also read by researchers, analysts and post graduate students.

Embarking on a partnership with International New York Times beginning January 24th, 2011, The Malaysian Reserve now incorporates the International New York Times in their daily circulation. With the combination of the two newspapers, readers get the best of world and business news, all in one daily newspaper. The International New York Times is the global edition of The New York Times. It creates, collects and distributes world news, information, entertainment and opinions of the highest journalistic integrity.

Its balanced perspective addresses all areas of human interest and is trusted and enjoyed by people in all corners of the globe.

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Oxford Business Group (OBG) is a global publishing, research and consultancy firm, which publishes economic intelligence on the markets of the Middle East, Asia, Africa and Latin America and the Caribbean.

OBG offers comprehensive analysis of macroeconomic and sectoral developments, including banking, capital markets, energy, infrastructure, industry and insurance.

OBG’s acclaimed economic and business reports are the leading source of local and regional intelligence, while OBG’s online economic briefings provide up-to-date in-depth analysis. OBG’s consultancy arm offers tailor-made market intelligence and advice to firms operating in these markets and those looking to enter them.

Established in 1996, FinanceAsia has developed into a full service partner for a variety of institutions wishing to reach and engage with present and future clients.

FinanceAsia is a respected and authoritative source of independent news with in-depth analysis and insight into Asia’s financial markets.

Our strength is the quality and loyalty of our audience that regularly interacts with our print, digital, event and research platforms.

Print Published monthly, FinanceAsia magazine provides our readers with the latest financial trends and analysis, interviews, features and investigative reports.

Regulars: Deal of the Month; Investor Dialogue; Data Story; Greenshoe; Soap Box; Deal Tracker, The Art of Finance and People on the Move.Editorial features: Cover story; Country reports; Product & Sector reports and News Awards/Polls: Achievement awards; Country awards; Best companies poll; Fixed income poll; RMB pollOther: Roundtables; Forums; Events, Surveys and Contributed content,

Digital FinanceAsia.com was launched in 2000 and publishes daily news via desktop, tablet and mobile platforms.

Content: The latest capital markets deals, M&A transactions, people and business moves and commentary on Asia’s financial markets.

eNewsletters: Our Daily eNewsletter is delivered at 8a.m. each weekday to alert our subscribers to all the new stories published each day. The Weekly eNewsletter is sent every Friday as a round-up of the week’s key stories

Other: Our digital platform can also host webinars, video content and 3rd party contributed content

Events FinanceAsia can act as a facilitator for financial institutions to reach a specific target audience via live events such as a roundtable, forum or webinar. Content from the event can then be published to our wider audience using a combination of the above platforms.

ResearchFinanceAsia has the ability to work with clients on bespoke surveys. For larger research projects we can involve Haymarket’s joint venture East & Partners Asia that specializes in demand side financial research.

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The World Financial Review offers a unique blend of indispensable insight, indepth analysis, practical proposals and emerging ideas from around the world. It provides features analysing major world political issues and economic affairs that are inspiring, refreshing, engaging to read, clearly presented and readily absorbed.

Each issue, The World Financial Review attracts a diversity of contributors that includes top scholars, economists, consultants, senior executives, and global leaders of government. It doesn’t tell readers what to think. It shows them what some of the world’s most influential people are thinking about.

Visit us at www.worldfinancialreview.com

Each edition of The European takes its readers on a thought provoking and objective tour of Business, Political, geo political and cultural initiatives. Readers are provided the key to success, portraits of achievement, expert advice, and the analysis they need to make sense of the changes that are occurring within the world’s economical and political landscape.

The European gathers its news and opinion from leading sources and looks to contributing authors to share their experience in providing cutting-edge thought leadership and commentary at the most senior level. C-Suite executives and directors of many of the world’s leading companies comprise the primary audience for The European. It is thanks to this readership that the publication is so valued among the investment community.

www.the-european.eu

International Investor provides private sector and institutional investors with essential information on the people, projects and organisations at the heart of a country’s core economic sectors, bringing local investment opportunities to the attention of relevant global investors.

We organise live, closed-door debates; bringing together leading business and government stakeholders to productively work together on setting and executing sustainable economic strategies that result in capital growth, and our digital and printed business research reports provide international decision makers with unique insight into the thoughts of those driving the markets we cover.

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Euroasia Industry is a quality, 200+ page monthly publication that provides insightful comment, engaging reports and relevant analysis of today’s foremost business developments, encompassing the emerging trends in trade, market challenges, environmental issues and technological innovations that are informing the operations of today’s industrials.

Spanning a diverse array of sectors, from energy- and resource-related, to construction and infrastructure, manufacturing, and transportation, Euroasia Industry profiles successful companies from around the world – many leaders in their respective fields – about their achievements to date, interesting projects, new innovations, upcoming investments and future strategies.

Technology is making the world a smaller place, globalisation is a fact of life, and by gaining valuable insight from established leaders, emerging players, and a host of market experts, we strive to bring our readers the very best of the international business community.

www.euroasiaindustry.com

Real Leaders inspires and connects better leaders for a better world through a global magazine publication, digital magazine ,and supporting 28 leadership, social enterprise, and sustainability conferences across the world. Real Leaders is the official publication of The Young Presidents’ Organization (YPO), a private membership community of more than 23,000 CEOs in 130 countries who control 10% of global GDP and represent over $6 trillion in spending. The Real Leaders platform informs and engages a global audience seeking inspired leadership and information on how to create social impact while still making a profit.

Emerging Markets ESG is an independent consultancy dedicated to the analysis, benchmarking, development and promotion of reporting on environmental, social and governance (ESG) indicators about and in emerging markets. Emerging Markets ESG conducts advocacy programs, research, surveys and training to assist a wide range of organizations (banks, corporates, financial institutions, government agencies, NGOS, professional associations, research institutes and universities) in improving their capacity to analyze, monitor, understand and act on ESG issues in emerging markets.

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Invest with Values is a free educational resource for investors who are interested in aligning their money and values. Known as “The Investor’s Gateway to Positive Change”, Invest with Values hosts a curated Directory with hundreds of leading organizations and resources, an online Discussion Forum and News Center. Coverage includes local banking, community investing, socially responsible investing, impact investing and more. For both the individual investor and investment professional, content is devoted to the power of aligning money and values to create positive change. Join us at www.InvestWithValues.com

The PRIVATEBANKING.COM wealth industry directory is the financial-industryís leading online business development and networking platform focused on Wealth Management and Financial Services.

The platform offers effective marketing services and tools designed to achieve high brand recognition, broad visibility and reach to your products and services.

Privatebanking.comís FINANCE LOUNGE business network is a vibrant and fast growing online community designed to help financial markets professionals to build network, increase visibility and identify and stay in touch with relevant industry experts and customers alike.

We invite you to join the FINANCE LOUNGE and gain access to business insights and new connections across the globe:

Please register at: http://www.privatebanking.com/

Founded in 2006, Global Sustain with offices in Athens, Basel, Berlin, Brussels, Colombo, Dubai, London and Melbourne, creates awareness and inspires and supports companies and organisations to embody sustainability, through advisory, communications, networking and training, with a focus on the people-planet-profit philosophy. Its members include corporations, non-governmental and non-profit organisations, municipalities and local authorities, educational foundations, media, professional bodies, think tanks and other public or private entities. Global Sustain is a signatory to the Ten Principles of the UN Global Compact, to the Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI), a GRI Data Partner and Organisational Stakeholder (OS), an affiliated member of the Academy of Business in Society, Social Value International, Institute of Directors (IOD), CEO Clubs and EFQM. www.globalsustain.org.

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Serving the finance sector since 2003, we provide our Global audience of over 119,000+ subscribers with the information behind the headlines.ACQ5, the English-language magazine news portal is read exclusively by senior executives holding power and authority at major organisations. Our readership are the people who will select and authorise the purchase of your products and services. The magazine is intended for CEO’s & CFO’s as well as other corporate finance and private equity executives from all corners of the globe.

ACQ5 achieves its objectives through non-bias, concentrated, up to date flagship coverage, country reports and multilateral documents, in some cases commissioned by corporate, governmental and multilateral institutions.

ACQ5 is a valuable addition to the sources of expert information required by leading businessmen when they are fine-tuning their corporate strategies.

The Acquisition Finance Magazine takes a sector perspective based on the fact that M&A activity and foreign direct investment in the dominant industries (energy, consumer goods and machinery) is less strongly influenced by national constraints than by sector characteristics. Articles focus on players (who is investing?), targets (who is being bought?) or both (who is buying whom?), as well as the driving forces in various industries.

ACQ5 explores the topics of strategy and human resources. In short: everything that financial decision makers need to know. In terms of its breadth and quality, ACQ5 holds a unique place in the English-language publishing community.You will find thorough analysis of individual transactions and company strategies in ACQ5 as well as well-grounded assessments of market changes, exclusive interviews with important thinkers, breaking news and updates about people on the move.ACQ5 provides a knowledge sharing environment in its productions.

Islamic Banker (IB) is the only English language magazines which feature the development in the Islamic banking and finance sector across the globe. IB was first published in January 2014 and it has been distributed across Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, Brunei, Indonesia, Hong Kong , Europe , Africa and the Middle East. As the only magazine in the region focuses on all aspects of the ever-growing Islamic and finance developments, IB is exclusively designed to provide its readers with first-hand information, unrivaled news and updates on the sector growth, new product innovations and solutions for the industry in overcoming challenges and in moving forward.

Family Office Elite is a visually stunning magazine and is the premier gateway to an exclusive and ultra-wealthy Family Office audience across all disciplines of the global Family Office Community. Family Office Elite has contributions and editorials from many of the worlds recognized industry experts and leading names in wealth management and the family office sector. This is a must for any serious professional who wants to stay apprised of current trends within this specialist sector. www.familyofficeelite.com

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Attijarah Center for Islamic Economics (ACIE) has been established with the objective to do activities in order to do research, explore, develop, promote and implement the concepts and principles of Islamic Economics, Business & Finance.

Attijarah to be a major institution promoting the guidelines of Islamic economic system expanding training services, the organization of international conferences and conducting research for the economic, financial and banking Shariah-compliant.

Media Partners

The leading Arab economic magazine in GCC and Mena

Launched in Beirut 1970 by Al Bayan Publishing House.

Al Bayan magazine has the highest share by far for the advertising expenditures in the PAN ARAB market, for the business and economic magazines monitored by Ipsos Mena.

Al Bayan reaches all decision makers in key positions of major industries throughout the Pan Arab region.

Al Bayan became member of OJD one of the largest organizations specializing in auditing & verifying the circulation of news media; Breakdown: 88,100 Copies.

E-replicas of AL BAYAN Magazine can be found via the PressReader & Cedar Kiosk appsMonthly Breakdown: 88,100 Copies

Topics: Banking, Investment & Financial Institutions | Insurance | Real Estate | Industry & Trade | Energy & Technology | Transportation & shipping | Leisure services.

When launched in November 2006, Business Islamica was the first monthly magazine of its kind in the Middle East, specifically covering all aspects of Islamic business and finance both regionally and internationally. The magazine’s objective is to spearhead awareness initiatives about Shari’ah-based finance, heighten knowledge of its core principles and practices and feature the latest developments in this industry. Islamic finance, which was once considered as no more than an interesting aspect on the periphery of mainstream finance, has emerged as a major global force, developing and growing faster than its conventional counterpart. Our editorial covers interviews with key industry leaders, case studies, and features on a wide range of topics such as; Islamic Banking, Wealth Management, Takaf ul (Islamic Insurance) , Islamic investments, Marketing and Branding of Shari’ah-compliant products, Regulatory Issues, Islamic Financial Markets, Sukuk, Islamic Evolution and Global Islamic developments.

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The Business Year (TBY) is a leading research firm and publisher of annual economic resources on national economies. Present in over 25 countries, TBY provides first-hand access to the people and ideas shaping business and policy throughout the world. Each country-specific edition contains a comprehensive range of interviews and analysis, offering an inside look at doing business in the world’s most dynamic economies. TBY’s interviewees, readers, and partners comprise an international network of thought-leaders who are helping to define the future of the global economy.

Media Partners

Islamic Finance news (IFN) is the company’s principal publication. IFN is a digital, subscription-based publication available online and through smartphone and tablet applications. Published weekly, the journal provides exclusive and comprehensive coverage of the global Islamic financial markets through in-house analysis and expert external contributions; in addition to a daily news service, additional quarterly supplements and a variety of special annual issues.

Differentiated by a decade of trusted relationships across the industry, IFN is able to leverage an unrivalled network of contacts and connections to provide unparalleled insight into the issues affecting global Shariah compliant markets: along with in-house analysis, news, interviews, reports, industry and sector data, and much more.

With an archived website containing over 60,000 exclusive reports, the IFN portfolio also hosts a suite of proprietary tools including the industry’s largest interactive terminology glossary, a directory of over 4,000 global Islamic financial institutions and a portal to Islamic Banking Intelligence, the most comprehensive source of segmented Islamic banking financial data.

DailyForex is a market leader in providing Forex traders with all the information and resources they need to master the Forex market. DailyForex is a long term partner of Google News as well as a content contributor to Seeking Alpha and other leading financial sites. In addition to providing in depth and current news, articles, and market analysis, DailyForex is also very well known in the industry for its professional reviews of Forex brokers, signal providers, and general Forex services. DailyForex has become the Forex trader’s one stop shop for all their trading needs, and it continues to grow and add new features and functionality to its already rich portfolio.Website: http://www.dailyforex.com

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Alim Review is a quarterly publication distributed in Europe and in the Islamic Countries, mainly in English with some inserts in Arabic, fully dedicated to thescholarly study of Islamic Finance, Islam and Islamic world.

Our aim is to provide a broad–based forum for Shari’ah Scholars, Islamic bankers and financiers, Islamic Law lawyers, international law and accounting firmsdealing with Islamic Jurisprudence, also covering most of the disciplines of Islamic Shari’ah (Qur’an and Hadith studies, Fiqh) as well as Islamic Art and Culture.

In close cooperation with Shari’ah Scholars, experts, Islamic Regulatory Bodies, Shari’ah Consultancy Bodies, Central Banks, Qur’anic Schools etc. ‘Alim Reviewaims to disseminate worldwide a more informed and correct understanding of Islamic Finance as well as of Islam in all its aspects.

For further information and details, please contact :[email protected]

Media Partners

IslamicBanker.com is a marketplace for Islamic and socially responsible investing. The platform brings together a vibrant community of professionals, scholars, researchers and students from around the world, providing breakthrough information and powerful analytics, with strategic and timely insights by industry thought leaders.

Launched by financial professionals in 2001, Eurekahedge’s proven track record spans over a decade - setting us apart as the world’s largest independent data provider and alternative research firm specialising in hedge fund databases covering North America, Europe, Asia and Latin America. Headquartered in Singapore with offices in New York and Cebu, the global expertise of our research team constantly adapts to industry changes and needs, allowing Eurekahedge to develop and offer a wide array of products and services coveted by accredited investor groups, financial institutions and media sources. In addition to market-leading hedge fund databases and analysis, Eurekahedge’s other business functions include hedge fund publications, due diligence services, investor services, and an analytical platform service.

For more information, please contact [email protected] . You can also reach us at +1 646 380 1932 (US) or +65 6212 0925 (Singapore) or visit: http://www.eurekahedge.com

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www.businesslife.net

Business Life links readers to the business world and advertisers to opportunities. We keep you in touch with the latest trends in technologies, business and finance. For those of you who are looking for a little entertainment the newest trends and gossip will do the trick. Special attention is also given to the oil and gas industry since. Our main concern is the enhancement of business through accurate reporting, a distinctive array of topics, and a large readership. Business Life is widely available throughout the Middle East.

Business has forever changed in the brink of technology. The basic procedural distinctions of business in the Middle East have overshadowed tradition. The new millennium will bring with it a whole new approach to business. The changes that are taking place have to be studied and explored so that we make the best of our financial decisions. Consequently, Business Life pledges to acute our sense of business evolution and always stay one step ahead of the news.

SME Magazine is Southeast Asia’s best-selling business magazine. Dedicated to business owners and entrepreneurs, we feature current news and in-depth analysis, with practical tips and articles written in your language. We deliver business intelligence, made simple.

SME Magazine has the largest circulation and readership among business magazines in Southeast Asia. Our readers are affluent, high net worth individuals, many being SME owners and entrepreneurs; key decision makers in their organizations.More than just a magazine, SME Magazine goes beyond the usual “what’s going on”. We bring our readers regular top notch contributors and industry experts who share practical tips and know-how on dealing with common business issues. We provide visibility of business trends, providing global perspective while maintaining unique local insight.

Beyond our highly popular regional publication and web portals, SME Magazine delivers some of the most anticipated events to SMEs. These include the SME Solutions Expo, the SME Show, the SME 100 Awards and the SME CEO Forum.

Whether it’s online, offline or face-to-face, we are focused to delivering you the tools you need to run your business, so that you can focus on running your business.

Edbiz Consulting is a truly unique, international Shari’a / Shariah advisory firm, committed to engendering the value proposition that Islamic finance serves to offer in the global financial markets. Edbiz Consulting provides multiple services that balance the dual purpose of developing thought leadership in this niche industry and strengthening the Islamic finance capacity for businesses and banks. Our client base is diverse and includes financial institutions, governments, education providers, established businesses and entrepreneurs.

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AL MORAKEB AL INMAI deals with the economic event and provides it with sufficient studies and analyses, focuses on its political and social perspectives, andintroduces the facts in a simplified yet professional style to the businessmen and experts as well as to the academic students and the reader globally. AL MORAKEB AL INMAI is active in the banking, finance, insurance, information and communication technology, Real Estate, industry, travel and tourism, transport sectors.

Readers• The elite of businessmen.• The leaders in both production and services sectors.• University students, professors and experts.• Every person interested in staying informed about the latest development in science and technology.

ExpansionAl Morakeb Al Inmai Magazine is published in Lebanon and distributed throughout the Arab world, the Lebanese and Arab Diaspora and all around the world.AL MORAKEB AL INMAI is active in the banking, finance, insurance, information and communication technology, Real Estate, industry, travel and tourism, transport sectors.

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“AL-ITTIHAD AL-IKTISSADI” established in 1996, Supported by a specialized team of journalists who are kept updated by the latest statistical research on the Arab countries and are wherein committed to offer its readers a large spectrum of subjects of high interest to various businessmen. Even, decision makers in the Arab world are specified for e.g.:

Arab & international economic analyses supported by interviews with businessmen, finance and banking sectors, Insurance – Exhibitions & conferences news and features. – Arab industry. – Computer and communication. – Companies’ profiles and current affairs. – Travel, Airlines and tourism news and features.

Besides the regular features, the magazine publishes a monthly special report featuring in each issue different topics such as: Banking, Business & tourism, insurance, communication etc… In total an average of 76 editorial pages carrying intensive information on economy and business performances in the Arab world.

The annual issue is published in the month of December with 200 pages in average.Many Arab decision makers as one of the leading independent and professional business information Magazine consider “AL-ITTIHAD AL-IKTISSADI”.

Readers ProfileIts readers are among senior executives in business, finance and government sectors, enjoying high educational level and good income.

* Managers 39%* Chief Executives 37%* Ministers & Government Executives 16%* Other Middle management 08%

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The World CSR Day is guided by Leaders.... Leaders who believe in the value of Sustainable CSR; that which is built in the fabric of business - making it a reality. Leaders produce Leaders will be a common thread uniting nations and people who take CSR more responsibly. They also believe that CSR is a tool to the Development of the Future. Leaders, Professionals, CSR Practitioners, CEOs, Sustainability Experts and Media honchos in different parts of the world will help in spreading the message of World CSR Day. Let’s Unite the World with the Spirit & Energy for conscious CSR.

Please allow us to introduce AlHuda Centre of Islamic Banking & Economics - Pakistan, a well established name in the Islamic Banking and financial market, working for Advisory, Islamic Financial products development, Awareness, and publications. AlHuda CIBE also published a Bi-monthly online Magazine on Islamic Banking and Finance News for the better awareness on Islamic Banking and Finance with free subscription worldwide to more than 200,000 desktop.

To carry the experiences and Image of Islamic Banking internationally, you are requested to contribute us in the form News/Research/ Articles/Advertisement for the better awareness in this field. We promise to continue our humble efforts in the right direction. We appreciate all the comments/feedback for the development of this cause. For further detail:

www.alhudacibe.com

For magazine: http://alhudacibe.com/AlhudaMagazine/Issue-037/index.php

True Banking is a Bi-Monthly Magazine of AlHuda Centre of Islamic Banking and Economics a renowned name of the Islamic banking and finance industry across the border. As AlHuda CIBE has always wondered to work for the promotion and development of Islamic banking and finance through its numerous strains and strands so True Banking is also one of the major modes of diffusion of the accurate knowledge in the bulk. The aim of ‘True Banking’ is to spread the enormous knowledge of Islamic banking and to let people know about the increasing demand of Islamic banking, its core elements and modes and about how it is rightly serving the people to alleviate the society through its unshakeable pillars of Riba free banking. From its inception, it has rightly targeted its readers to induce accurate knowledge, benefits of Islamic banking and the advantages of Islamic banking over conventional banking.

For further details: www.truebanking.com.pk

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Middle East Global Advisors (MEGA) is the gateway connectivity and intelligence platform to opportunities in the rapidly developing economic region that stretches all the way from Morocco in the West to Indonesia in the East – The Middle East North Africa Southeast Asia (MENASEA) connection.

Read more at: www.meglobaladvisors.com

The RFI Foundation is a non-profit organization with a mission to identify a neutral, nonpartisan and universal value proposition that encourages convergence of responsible finance practices. By highlighting the shared standards around principles that govern the sector, Islamic finance will further contribute to a more diverse and representative thinking around the growth, trajectory and development of responsible finance.

Through our activities to create high-quality research and raise awareness of the growing role that responsible finance plays in the global financial system, the RFI Foundation works towards a vision where principles and solutions of the socially responsible banking, insurance and investment (‘responsible finance’) sectors, including the ethical and socially responsible principles of Islamic finance, are integrated into the global economic system to support equitable, inclusive and sustainable economic development

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