The inaugural MENA Wealth & Private Banking Awards highlight the achievements of banks and financial institutions that set the standard for excellence in wealth and private banking.
This unique awards programme acknowledges those institutions delivering bespoke solutions and advisory services to high-value clients, focusing on areas like high-end investment strategies, estate planning and family office management.
- Enhance Prestige: Gain recognition as a top provider of wealth and private banking solutions, setting your institution apart as a trusted advisor to high-net-worth clients.
- Showcase Expertise: : Position your bank at the forefront of wealth management excellence, demonstrating your unique approach to meeting the intricate needs of affluent clients.
- Expand Influence: Reinforce your role as a key player in the evolving MENA wealth management landscape, where innovation and personalised service drive client satisfaction.
- Boost Client Confidence: Win the trust of high-net-worth individuals by showcasing your commitment to excellence in wealth management, family office services and estate planning.
MENA BANKING
| $1.78tn
The MENA Wealth Management market by 2029 from $1.25tn in AUM in 2024. |
| 10% CAGR 2024 to 2032
The Global Private Banking market size surpassed $477.3bn in 2023. |
| $86.8tn Global HNWI market
The Global High-Net-Worth Individual (HNWI) Wealth expanded by 4.7% in 2023. |
What to expect for 2025?
Celebrating Excellence in MENA Banking Innovation
As we gear up for the next edition of the MENA Banking Excellence Awards, we invite you to celebrate and showcase the region’s most transformative achievements in the banking sector. With over 400 banking leaders participating in 2024, the awards have become the definitive platform to honor innovation, customer focus, and operational excellence across MENA and beyond.
In 2025, we are building on this legacy with a strategic focus on three key divisions:
- Retail, Digital & SME Banking (April): Celebrating exceptional achievements in digital transformation, SME support, retail banking services, and customer engagement.
- Corporate Investment Banking & HQ Operations (June, alongside CXO Leadership Roundtables): Recognizing leadership in corporate banking, investment strategies, and excellence in HQ/shared services, including risk management, compliance, and operations.
- Private Banking & Wealth Management (October): Highlighting banks delivering exceptional private banking and wealth management solutions, focusing on client service, personalization, and asset growth.
This year’s awards spotlight critical themes shaping the future of banking in MENA:
- Digital Banking Transformation: MENA banks are driving digital wallet adoption and integrating advanced digital platforms to foster deeper customer relationships.
- Regulation & Cybersecurity: Institutions are addressing regulatory risks while leveraging generative AI to enhance privacy and strengthen cybersecurity frameworks.
- Innovative Technologies: Closed-loop IoT and fintech collaborations are enabling personalized services and real-time decision-making.
We’ve expanded our categories to recognize excellence across the region’s dynamic banking landscape, including:
- Digital Bank of the Year
- Best SME Product Initiative
- Best Cybersecurity Program
- Most Innovative Payments Initiative
Submit your entries now to gain regional and global recognition, and join us in celebrating the leaders shaping the future of banking across MENA. The MENA Banking Excellence Awards 2026 promises to honor your outstanding contributions and inspire the next wave of innovation.
| 600+ Entries | 50+ Countries | 90% Director / C-level attendees | 100+ Leading banking organisations |
| 600+ Entries | 50+ Countries | ||
| 90% Director / C-level attendees | 100+ Leading banking organisations |
