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Amsterdam, Netherlands
Fouad leads our Financial Crime Consulting practice in the Netherlands, which includes services such as Financial Crime Compliance, Financial Crime Technology, Data & AI, and Financial Crime Transformation.
He is a seasoned partner with over 17 years of extensive experience in business consulting for top-tier banking institutions, payment service providers, and fintech clients in the Netherlands. As a trusted advisor to C-suite executives and senior management, he specializes in Financial Crime Transformation.
Previously, Fouad directed high-profile, complex financial crime transformations and external reviews of financial crime functions. He excels at translating strategy into execution, delivering client-centric solutions while maintaining a deep understanding of regulatory requirements and future expectations.
Before joining us, he worked at several consulting firms and a start-up in the Netherlands.
Fouad holds a master's degree in Economics from the University of Tilburg and a master's degree in Management Consulting from Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam.
How Fouad is shaping the future with confidence
“Preventing financial crime is fundamental to the operational viability of financial institutions. As the stewards of the financial system, these institutions must proactively combat money laundering schemes. The tactics employed by financial criminals, particularly those utilizing emerging technologies and AI, evolve rapidly, continuously probing for weaknesses to exploit within the financial system.
Creating a compliant and future-proof financial crime function is not only a regulatory necessity but also a moral obligation as we seek to disrupt the activities of nefarious actors.
I am dedicated to assisting my clients with these vital issues while fostering an entrepreneurial spirit. My aim is to introduce innovative approaches to complex financial crime problems, revolutionize the financial crime function, and anticipate forthcoming industry challenges. Financial crime remains a critical issue that requires cutting-edge thinking. My insights not only support our clients but are also essential for identifying and mitigating criminal threats.”