Maria-Gabriella Khoury appointed as Vice President Research at Jordinvest

Ms. Khoury, who holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree from McGill University, Canada, will be responsible for the company's current research department, supervising the publication of Weekly Reviews & Analyses, periodic, equity, sectoral and economic reports.

Ms. Khoury, who enjoys a wide experience in the field of equity research, joined imcan's for Financial Services as Vice President Research in the last quarter of 2004. Prior to that, she served as a researcher and financial advisor for several years. In addition Ms. Khoury is a certified financial analyst licensed by the Jordan Securities Commission and is currently a level 3 candidate in the CFA program. Furthermore, she has published several reports and articles and has spoken at various international conferences.

Ms. Khoury stated, "As a Vice President Research, I will work on expanding the research department through recruiting more analysts and researchers so that we may thoroughly comprehend every corner of Jordan's capital market to better serve our clients and ourselves."

Ahmad Tantash, Jordinvest's CEO and Vice Chairman welcomed Ms. Khoury on board by stating, "Ms. Khoury will be a vital addition to our company as we are confident in her abilities to boost the line of capital market's analyses offered to our clients."

Jordinvest, specializes in corporate finance service; issuing bonds, restructuring, financial advisory, as well as capital markets and asset management activities both in the local and regional markets.