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Sikander Ahmed is Head of MENA Private Credit on the Emerging Market Private Investments Team, formerly NBK Capital Partners which Janus Henderson Investors acquired in 2024. Prior to joining NBK in 2010, Sikander worked in the investment banking divisions of CIBC World Markets and RBC Capital Markets in New York.
Sikander earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in economics with a concentration in finance from the University of Michigan. He has 19 years of financial industry experience.

Frederick currently works in the Total Portfolio Operations (TPO) Department at ADIA, a globally diversified investment institution that prudently invests funds on behalf of the Government of Abu Dhabi
through a strategy focused on long-term value creation.

Omneya Ramadan is a highly regarded economic consultant and macroeconomist with sixteen years of experience in policy advisory, particularly within the public sector and economic reform. Currently serving as Associate Director at Oxford Economics, she plays a crucial role in delivering insightful economic analysis and recommendations to policymakers. As a speaker, she brings a wealth of knowledge, combining deep analytical expertise with practical insights from her extensive work with governments and financial institutions across the MENA region. Her ability to translate complex economic concepts into actionable strategies makes her a sought-after voice at industry conferences and policy forums.
Omneya's career began with the Economic Research Forum, where she honed her research skills before joining the Ministry of Finance of Egypt, where she spent over nine years developing her expertise in macro-fiscal policy. Rising through the ranks to become Deputy Director of the Macro-Fiscal Policy Unit, she played an instrumental role in shaping fiscal policy and economic reform initiatives. Her expertise led her to collaborate with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) Middle East Technical Assistance Center, where she contributed to the establishment and capacity building of economic policy advisory arms in several ministerial cabinets across the region. This foundational work solidified her reputation as an expert in economic reform and policymaking.
In recent years, Omneya has taken on increasingly influential roles, working as a Macro Fiscal Advisor for the Ministry of Finance in Saudi Arabia, where she provided high-level strategic economic guidance. Since joining Oxford Economics in 2021, she has continued to shape economic discourse by producing hundreds of research notes, executive briefings, and analytical reports that influence policymakers. Her expertise in economic modelling, fiscal sustainability, and policy recommendations has made her a pivotal figure in shaping economic reform initiatives across the region. Her ability to bridge economic theory with practical implementation has positioned her as an authority in her field.
Omneya is frequently hired as a speaker due to her unparalleled expertise in economic reform, her deep understanding of macroeconomic trends, and her ability to communicate complex ideas with clarity and precision. Her extensive experience in both government advisory roles and economic consultancy enables her to provide a unique perspective on policy challenges and solutions. Whether addressing policymakers, business leaders, or academics, she delivers compelling insights that drive informed decision-making and effective economic strategies.