Banking & Finance

by Thomas Schellen, Diana Menhem & Khaled Zeidan October 3, 2022

written by Thomas Schellen, Diana Menhem & Khaled Zeidan October 3, 2022

Unrest among depositors and citizens has taken new shapes in recent weeks. Tempers are out of control in the face of inactive decision makers and silent banks. The current time is pivotal not only for political decisions, but also for hopes of economic reform and legislation to put the country on the road to recovery, after years of major disruption to Lebanon’s banking and finance sector. With that in mind, Executive talks to Diana Menhem, managing director of Kulluna Irada, a local NGO advocating for reforms, and Khaled Zeidan, general manager of Capital-EE, a corporate advisory firm, about the future needs of and options for Lebanon’s financial markets.

Thomas Schellen

Thomas Schellen is Executive's editor-at-large. He has been reporting on Middle Eastern business and economy for over 20 years. Send mail

Diana Menhem

Diana Menhem is an economist and public policy strategist, currently leading Kulluna Irada's executive team. She brings extensive experience from the United Nations, where she served as Senior Economic Advisor in Beirut, advising on national economic priorities and development policies. Previously, Diana advised MENA governments on public policy and economic growth strategies at Booz Allen Hamilton. She holds a Master's in Economic Development from the University of London and a BBA in Finance from the American University of Beirut.

Khaled Zeidan

Khaled Zeidan is the Founder and Chairman/General Manager of Capital EE, with over 25 years of experience in investment advisory and financial markets. He also founded Gen X Management Partners, managing a USD 48 million telecom fund. Additionally, he is the Chairman and General Manager of Banque de Crédit National SAL and previously served as Executive General Manager of MedSecurities Investment SAL. Mr. Zeidan holds a Bachelor in Economics & Finance from McGill University.

Banking & Finance

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