Sammy Ennebt

Founding Team | Fractional CFO/CRO | Advisor
Riyadh, Riyadh Province, Saudi Arabia

Professional Overview

Sammy Ennebt is a seasoned financial executive with over 15 years of experience in the banking and fintech industries. He currently serves as the Digital Banking CFO, Treasury, Fundraising and Product at a stealth mode startup in Saudi Arabia, as well as the Founding Team | Fractional CFO/CRO | Advisor at Thriday. Sammy's expertise spans treasury management, risk management, licensing, and global expansion, making him a valuable asset to the organizations he serves.

Experience Summary

Current Role

Digital Banking CFO, Treasury, Fundraising and Product, Stealth Mode Startup (2023-11-01 to Present)

• Responsible for the overall financial management and strategic direction of the organization's digital banking operations

• Oversees treasury management, fundraising activities, and the development of innovative banking products and services

• Collaborates with the founding team to drive the company's growth and expansion in the Saudi Arabian market

Founding Team | Fractional CFO/CRO | Advisor, Thriday (2020-07-01 to Present)

• Serves as a founding member and provides fractional CFO/CRO services to Thriday, a fintech startup

• Advises the leadership team on financial strategy, risk management, and operational optimization

• Contributes to the company's overall strategic direction and growth initiatives

Career Progression

Treasurer | Wio Bank Founding Team, Wio Bank (2021-01-01 to 2023-09-01)

• Played a key role in the founding and establishment of Wio Bank, a digital banking platform in the UAE

• Responsible for treasury management, liquidity planning, and regulatory compliance

• Contributed to the successful licensing and launch of the bank's operations

Licensing & Global Expansion, Revolut (2019-07-01 to 2020-07-01)

• Worked on the licensing and global expansion initiatives for the digital banking platform Revolut

• Navigated complex regulatory environments to support the company's international growth

Treasurer, volt bank (2017-07-01 to 2019-07-01)

• Managed the treasury function for the digital bank volt, ensuring liquidity, risk management, and compliance

Treasury Risk and ALM, IMB Ltd (2011-07-01 to 2013-02-01)

• Responsible for treasury risk management and asset-liability management at IMB Ltd

Treasurer, Regional Australia Bank (2006-08-01 to 2011-07-01)

• Oversaw the treasury operations and risk management for the Regional Australia Bank

Academic Background

• Master of Business Administration (MBA), University of Technology, Sydney

• Bachelor of Commerce, University of New South Wales

Areas of Expertise

• Treasury management

• Risk management

• Licensing and regulatory compliance

• Digital banking product development

• Fundraising and capital markets

• Global expansion strategy

Professional Impact

• Played a pivotal role in the founding and establishment of Wio Bank, a leading digital bank in the UAE

• Contributed to the successful licensing and global expansion of Revolut, a prominent digital banking platform

• Demonstrated expertise in treasury management, risk management, and regulatory compliance, driving operational efficiency and growth for the organizations he has served

Conclusion

Sammy Ennebt is a seasoned finance executive with a proven track record of driving innovation and growth in the banking and fintech industries. His breadth of experience, combined with his strategic vision and analytical prowess, make him a valuable asset to organizations seeking to navigate the evolving digital banking landscape and achieve their financial and operational objectives.