Dubai Investments Announces Key Leadership Appointments
Concurrently, Nishant Shah will step into the role of Acting Chief Financial Officer (CFO), having previously served as Finance Director for Dubai Investments since 2019, bringing continuity to the Group's finance function. He will be responsible for financial reporting and will oversee treasury and investment activities. Nishant's appointment acknowledges his role in driving excellence in financial reporting and implementing internal controls across the function.
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