HSBC appoints new CEO for Abu Dhabi

Prior to moving to HSBC Abu Dhabi, Lester Wynne-Jones was Regional Head of Personal Financial Services for HSBC Bank Middle East managing the delivery and ongoing development of a full range of services to HSBC's retail customers across the GCC region. Lester joined HSBC in 1983.

During his career he has held a number of positions in project management, corporate banking, customer service and various senior management roles in the United Kingdom and Canada.
Taroub Hasan, a UAE national, joined HSBC in February 2003. Prior to her new appointment, she was responsible for HSBC's branch operations and personal banking services throughout Abu Dhabi, managing a team of more than 150 employees. Taroub has a BSc from Al Ain University and an MBA from the University of Hull.

Lester Whynne-Jones said: "Abu Dhabi has rapidly emerged as a leading regional and global business powerhouse. As CEO of HSBC Abu Dhabi, I look forward to further leveraging the bank's strong position Abu Dhabi to provide innovative products and services and enhance our customers' experience. I am confident that with our talented and capable team in Abu Dhabi, we will be able to build up on the successes that we have seen over the past years."

Youssef Nasr, Chief Executive Officer, HSBC Bank Middle East said: "With a heritage of 60 years in the UAE, and an unrivalled global presence in fast-growing emerging markets, HSBC is perfectly positioned to play a leading role in the rapid development of Abu Dhabi. Lester and Taroub have exactly the right experience and professional acumen to take HSBC to new heights in Abu Dhabi and build up on our long-standing relationship with the major Abu Dhabi-based entities. I wish both Lester and Taroub success in their new key roles."