Wio Bank PJSC Announces new Chairman and Board Appointments

Wio Bank PJSC, the UAE’s leading digital bank, is pleased to announce the  appointment of H.E. Mansour AlMulla as Chairman of the Board, alongside the addition of four new board  members. These appointments will help to further accelerate Wio Bank’s growth trajectory, whilst ensuring the bank continues to drive long-term value for its stakeholders, and contribute meaningfully to the UAE’s digital economy. 

H.E. AlMulla is the Deputy Group CEO of ADQ, a sovereign investor with a focus on critical infrastructure and  global supply chains. He brings over 23 years of experience across several sectors, including financial services.  

Joining H.E. AlMulla on the Board are Eng. Hamad Al Ameri, Dr. Jaap Kalkman, Jawad Shafique, and Samy Ben Jaafar—leaders who bring extensive expertise across finance, banking, technology and investments.  

H.E. Mansour AlMulla, Chairman of Wio Bank, said: “At Wio, our mission is to redefine how individuals and  businesses engage with financial services—through innovation and a digital-first mindset. Joining the Board at  this important stage is a meaningful step toward advancing the bank’s aspirations for growth, impact, and  industry leadership. Wio is well positioned to support the UAE’s vision of becoming a global hub for financial  innovation. I would like to take this opportunity to thank the outgoing Board members for their contributions  and I look forward to building on their achievements.” 

Commenting on the new appointments Jayesh Patel, Chief Executive Officer of Wio Bank PJSC said: “We are  delighted to welcome the new Board to help us guide and drive the next chapter of growth for Wio. I would  also like to thank the outgoing Board and Chairman H.E. Salem Al Nuaimi for setting a strong foundation and  leading Wio from a startup to growth stage bank.” 

They join continuing board members Fadel Abdulbaqi Al Ali, Khalifa Al Forah AlShamsi, Masood M. Sherif  Mahmood, and Futoon Al Mazrouei. 

Since its launch in 2022, Wio Bank has operated with a single purpose: to simplify and improve how  individuals and businesses engage with their finances. Backed by strategic shareholders including ADQ, Alpha  Dhabi, e&, and First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB), Wio continues to evolve as a platform built for the real economy.