Executive Chairman at Al Makeen, a specialized advisory strategy firm with a focus on monetary policy, financial institutions, digital economy, industrial policy, and national food security. Mr. Charafeddine is a seasoned Central and Commercial Banker, and the former First Vice Governor of the Central Bank of Lebanon, with extensive experience in both the public and private sectors across the Middle East and Africa (MEA). He is also an international strategist with profound expertise in central banking, regulation and supervision, and financial markets, complemented by hands-on experience in commercial banking. Mr. Charafeddine served as a board member for various international and regional monetary and financial organizations. As a social and economic reform advocate, his work centers on economic inclusion, poverty alleviation, and the empowerment of women and communities. He is also a writer and speaker, sharing insights on strategy, leadership, monetary policy, finance, economics, and personal and organizational development.
His intellectual contribution is featured on his website.
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