The Partner Perspective: Leading Through Experience
At Grant Thornton UAE, our people are at the heart of everything we do. Through our Partner Insights series, we invite you to hear directly from our leadership team as they share their expertise, experiences and perspectives on the trends shaping today's business environment.
From industry developments and market opportunities to leadership lessons and professional insights, each video offers a unique viewpoint from the professionals helping organisations navigate change and achieve their ambitions. Drawing on deep expertise from across our organisation, our Partners share insights on how organisations can build resilience and confidence in an increasingly complex business landscape.
Explore the series and discover how Grant Thornton UAE helps organisations navigate complexity, manage risk and unlock long-term value.
Kashif Parvez
Kashif is a Partner in Audit at Grant Thornton UAE with more than 20 years of experience across the UK, Ireland, Pakistan and the GCC. He specialises in financial services, bringing deep expertise in banking, insurance, investment management and complex audit engagements.
Dana Alyazeedi
Dana is a Partner in Business Risk Services at Grant Thornton UAE, with more than 14 years of experience in internal audit, risk management and corporate governance. She advises organisations on strengthening governance frameworks, managing risk and driving sustainable business performance.
Anand Prabhu
Anand is a Partner in Audit at Grant Thornton UAE, with more than 20 years of experience providing audit and assurance services across the UAE. He specialises in financial reporting, governance and regulatory compliance, advising organisations across a range of sectors including retail, healthcare and hospitality.
Faizan Ahmed
Faizan is a Partner in Audit at Grant Thornton UAE, with more than 20 years of experience across the UK, Ireland, the UAE and Pakistan. He specialises in audit and assurance, advising large organisations on complex financial reporting, governance and compliance matters.
Kashif Parvez
Kashif is a Partner in Audit at Grant Thornton UAE with more than 20 years of experience across the UK, Ireland, Pakistan and the GCC. He specialises in financial services, bringing deep expertise in banking, insurance, investment management and complex audit engagements.
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Kabir Dhawan
Kabir is Partner and Head of Strategy and Transformation at Grant Thornton UAE, with more than 14 years of experience advising organisations across the UK, Europe and the Middle East. He specialises in large-scale transformation, operating model design and organisational change, helping organisations deliver sustainable change through people, process and technology.
Mohammed Elkhashab
Mohamed is a Partner in Audit at Grant Thornton UAE, with more than 17 years of experience advising organisations across the Middle East. He specialises in audit, financial reporting and public sector advisory, with expertise in IFRS, IPSAS and governance frameworks.
Aakash Bassi
Aakash is a Partner in Risk and Regulatory Advisory at Grant Thornton UAE, with more than 19 years of international experience in forensics, compliance and risk management. He advises organisations on fraud prevention, investigations and governance, helping them build resilience and trust.
Alexandra Will
Alexandra is Partner and Head of Financial Crime Compliance at Grant Thornton UAE, with more than 18 years of international experience across the UK, Europe, APAC and the Middle East. She specialises in financial crime compliance, helping organisations navigate regulatory risk, governance and compliance challenges.
Paul Smith
Paul is Chief Operating Officer at Grant Thornton UAE, with 25 years of international experience across finance, operations and business transformation. He focuses on operational excellence, organisational effectiveness and enabling long-term growth across the business.
Salmaan Khawaja
Salmaan is Partner and Head of Financial Advisory at Grant Thornton UAE, with more than 20 years of international experience across M&A, corporate finance and capital markets. He advises businesses and investors on transactions, growth strategies and value creation across global markets.
Dr. Osama El-Bakry
Dr. Osama is Partner and Head of Assurance at Grant Thornton UAE, with more than 30 years of experience across audit, accounting and advisory services. He specialises in financial reporting, governance and public sector transformation, with deep expertise in IFRS, IPSAS and regulatory compliance.
Khurram Bhatti
Khurram is Partner and Head of Quality & Risk Management at Grant Thornton UAE, with more than 17 years of international experience across governance, risk and financial reporting. He advises organisations on ethics, compliance and best practice, helping them build trust, resilience and long-term success.
Mohamed Aly
Mohamed Aly is a Partner in Audit at Grant Thornton UAE, with more than 18 years of experience across the Middle East and Europe. He specialises in audit and business advisory services, helping organisations navigate complex financial reporting, governance and assurance requirements.
Imran Mushtaq
Imran is Partner and Head of Indirect Tax at Grant Thornton UAE, with more than 20 years of experience across the UK, EU and GCC. He specialises in VAT and indirect tax, helping organisations navigate regulatory change, manage tax risk and address complex compliance challenges.
Melissa Aoun
Melissa is a Partner in Business Risk Services at Grant Thornton UAE, with more than 18 years of experience in risk management, governance and strategic advisory. She specialises in enterprise risk management, governance, and strategic risk advisory, supporting boards and executive management in aligning risk frameworks with corporate strategy and decision-making.
Neha Julka
Neha is a Partner in Deals Advisory at Grant Thornton UAE, with more than 16 years of experience across corporate finance, valuations and M&A. She advises organisations on strategic transactions and value creation, helping them navigate growth, investment and transformation opportunities.
Samer Hijazi
Samer is Partner and Head of Financial Services at Grant Thornton UAE, with international experience across banking, investment management and Islamic finance. He is recognised for his work shaping the growth of Islamic finance and advising organisations on governance, regulation and long-term sustainability.
