Meet the First Bahraini Woman to Lead an Islamic Bank
- Publish date: Tuesday، 21 January 2025 | Last update: Thursday، 10 April 2025
Fatema AlAlawi becomes the first Bahraini woman to lead an Islamic bank in Bahrain, marking a significant milestone for the industry.
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Bahrain Islamic Bank (BisB) has named Fatema AlAlawi as its new Chief Executive Officer. Her appointment makes her the first-ever Bahraini woman to lead an Islamic bank in the country, a significant achievement in the financial sector.
A Leader with Proven Experience
Ms. AlAlawi brings a wealth of experience to her new role, with a strong track record of fostering innovation and driving growth in the banking industry. Her leadership is expected to play a key role in advancing BisB’s mission to simplify banking and redefine the future of Islamic finance.
The bank has described this leadership change as a monumental step forward and is optimistic about the future under Ms. AlAlawi’s direction.
A Message of Congratulations and Progress
BisB extended its congratulations to Ms. AlAlawi and expressed excitement about what lies ahead under her leadership. Her role signals a shift toward greater inclusion and empowerment of women in high-ranking positions within the financial industry.