Dr. Wajeb Kanso

Trains in Arabic, English, and French

Beirut, Lebanon | Trains in Arabic, English, and French

Trainer Profile

Professional Biography

Wajeb Kanso is a seasoned executive and board-level advisor with over two decades of experience in capital markets, regulatory frameworks, and financial innovation. He currently serves as an Executive Board Member at the Lebanese Capital Markets Authority and is a prominent figure in fintech policy discussions across the Arab region.

 

Wajeb combines deep expertise in financial regulation with a strong background in organizational development, risk mitigation, and capacity building. He has successfully led large-scale modernization initiatives, including licensing frameworks, stock exchange reforms, and cross-sector policy dialogues. His unique ability to integrate strategy, governance, and technology makes him a sought-after expert in executive development.

Key Projects & Achievements

Executive Board Member, Capital Markets Authority (CMA): Spearheaded regulatory reforms, compliance procedures, and digital transformation strategies for national financial markets.

Member, Arab Regional Fintech Group (Arab Monetary Fund): Led fintech capacity-building programs and contributed to policy frameworks on digital currencies, cybersecurity, and AI integration.

Founder & General Manager, El Jad for Training & Development: Provided consulting and transformation solutions to institutions across MENA, focusing on restructuring, automation, and financial sustainability.

Conference Speaker & Regional Thought Leader: Active in MENA–OECD and Arab Monetary Fund policy forums, influencing financial governance and innovation agendas.

Academic & Professional Credentials

  • Capital Markets Regulation & Licensing Frameworks
  • Capital Markets Regulation & Licensing Frameworks
  • Risk Management in Financial Institutions
  • Policy Reform & Regulatory Design
  • Organizational Restructuring & Compliance
  • Strategic Planning & Capacity Building
  • Financial Inclusion & Digital Transformation
  • Cross-sector Stakeholder Engagement

Areas of Expertise

  • PhD in Business Administration – IAE France, Corte
  • MBA – Holy Spirit University of Kaslik (USEK), Lebanon
  • BBA – Saint Joseph University, Lebanon

Certifications

  • CISI Certified in Risk, Derivatives, and Wealth Management
  • Private Equity & Fintech (Imperial College Business School)
  • Private Equity & Fintech (Imperial College Business School)
  • Regional Leadership Program – MAS Singapore

Languages

Programs Delivered at Merit Academy

  • Financial Regulation & Risk in Capital Markets
  • Fintech & Policy Innovation for Executives
  • Strategic Risk Management for Board-Level Leaders
  • Institutional Governance & Regulatory Leadership

Contact Info

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