Aaron Hill
Chief Market Analyst
FP Markets
Aaron Hill brings over 15 years of distinguished expertise to financial market analysis, serving as Chief Market Analyst at FP Markets. In this capacity, he is responsible for producing daily and weekly market reports. In addition to his analytical work, he is a regular commentator on financial markets, frequently contributing insights to leading global media outlets. Under his leadership, the FP Markets Research Team has received several industry accolades, including the Excellence in Technical Analysis award at the Forex Expo Dubai 2024 and the Leading Market Research and Educational Broker award at Money Expo Abu Dhabi 2025. Aaron's professional credentials are anchored by the CMT Charter (Chartered Market Technician) and the CFTe (Certified Financial Technician) designation, reflecting his commitment to analytical excellence. Despite his extensive accomplishments, he remains a passionate student of the markets.
Avramis Despotis
Founder| CEO Tradepedia
XM Global
Avramis Despotis is the founder of TRADEPEDIA, a global academy training thousands of traders in technical analysis, risk management, and algorithmic systems. With over two decades in the markets as an interbank dealer, portfolio manager, and educator, he has designed and managed proprietary algorithmic trading strategies and now trades his own capital. He is a frequent speaker and panel moderator at major international finance expos and universities.
Bilal Sharqawi
Client Relationship Manager
JustMarkets
Bilal Sharqawi is an Account Manager at JustMarkets, specializing in client relationship management and trading solutions. With strong expertise in financial markets, he guides traders in maximizing opportunities while fostering trust and long-term success. Bilal is passionate about empowering clients through strategic insights, personalized support, and financial literacy, making him a trusted partner for traders in the MENA region and beyond.
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Boris Schlossberg
President- BKTraders
Eightcap (Partner)
Boris Schlossberg is a veteran trader with over 30 years in financial markets. He began on Wall Street at Drexel Burnham Lambert, later co-founded BKForex with Kathy Lien, and has served as Managing Director of FX Strategy at BK Asset Management. An author of Technical Analysis of the Currency Market and Millionaire Traders, Boris is a frequent CNBC contributor and leading voice in forex, known for blending technical precision with macroeconomic insight.
Christina Tarek
Key Account Manager Partners
JustMarkets
Christina Ibrahim is a Key Account Manager Partners at JustMarkets with over 9 years of experience in account management, sales, and business development. She specializes in building strong client relationships, maintaining customer satisfaction, and driving business growth with measurable results.
Danny Salman
Head of Market Research
CXM
Danny Salman specializes in market research, and has extensive experience working with leading institutions. He holds a master's degree in Investment and Finance from Queen Mary, University of London, and has advanced qualifications from CISI. He is currently working as Head of Market Research at CXM, where he leverages his knowledge and experience to analyze financial markets and provide valuable insights.
George Khoury
Global Head of Research and Education
CFI Global Management
George Khoury is the Head of Research and Education at CFI, a certified advisor, and an Associate Member of the CISI, with over a decade of experience across trading, wealth management, investment, and banking. Renowned in the financial industry, George is a regular guest on prominent economic channels including Al Arabiya, Bloomberg Asharq, Sky News Arabia, CNBC Arabia, and others. Beyond media, George is a sought-after speaker who has participated in numerous international panels and academic collaborations, working closely with universities to bridge the gap between theory and real-world market practice. He has personally trained and mentored thousands of aspiring traders and professionals worldwide, making a lasting impact on the next generation of market participants.
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Ghinwa Azzam
Regional Marketing Manager
JustMarkets
Ghinwa Azzam is the Regional Marketing Manager for MENA at JustMarkets. With more than 11 years of experience in marketing, including 5 in fintech, she leads strategic campaigns, strengthens brand presence, and drives regional growth through her expertise in client engagement and market development
Kathy Lien
Managing Director- BKTraders
Eightcap (Partner)
Kathy Lien, the “Queen of Macro,” graduated NYU’s Stern at 18 and built a 20+ year career in trading. Starting at JPMorgan’s FX desk, as their youngest trader ever, she expanded into cross-asset trading before launching DailyFX in 2003 and co-founding BKForex with Boris Schlossberg in 2011. A CNBC regular and author of several acclaimed trading books, Kathy is renowned for combining fundamental and technical analysis. Her insights and strategies have shaped countless traders and made her one of the most influential voices in forex.
Mahmoud Alkudsi
Senior Market Strategist
ADSS
Mahmoud Alkudsi is a seasoned market strategist with over 15 years of experience in global financial markets. He specializes in analyzing the key economic and geopolitical events that drive price movements, delivering clear insights to traders and investors. Mahmoud is highly skilled in producing in-depth daily market reports that blend technical and fundamental analysis, helping market participants navigate volatility with confidence
Muhammad Kamaruzaman
HEAD OF EDUCATION GLOBAL
Valetax
Kaza is a forex educator and consultant with over a decade of trading experience. As the founder of Sifu Kaza Trading, he has mentored traders across Asia, focusing on practical strategies that connect fundamental economics with real trading opportunities.
Negin Negahdari
Country Manager
Exness
Negin Negahdari is a Country Manager at Exness. She takes pride in being one of the youngest professionals in the MENA region. She is responsible for leading a team of relationship managers as well as driving commercial growth and expansion within the MENA region. Negin also handles portfolios of high value partners and clients.
Prateek Gautam
Financial Growth Strategist - Company Representative
Landmark Markets
Mr. Prateek Gautam is a Global Market Leader with over 12 years of experience in financial markets. He has spearheaded strategic initiatives to shape industry trends and delivered impactful insights at international forums, with a vision to drive innovation and informed decision-making in navigating complex markets, while consistently advancing and setting new industry standards.
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Simon Lee
Head of IB
xChief
Industry Veteran with over a decade of experience in both the retail and instititutional FX business
Sina Safaee
Business Development Manager
VTMarkets
Sina is an experienced hedge fund manager and former trader with a background in global equities, FX, commodities, and derivatives. A keen student of market cycles and liquidity flows, he focuses on identifying inflection points and structuring convex, risk-hedged trade ideas. By leveraging derivatives, Sina translates complex macro signals into clear strategies that protect capital while capturing asymmetric opportunities in volatile markets.
Yasser Mansour
Senior, Business Development Manager Partners
JustMarkets
Brings over 14 years of extensive experience across diverse industries. As a seasoned Business Development Manager and customer experience expert, he possesses a profound understanding of products and user experience (UX). Yasser consistently ensures clients receive top-notch service and customized solutions tailored to their specific needs and goals.
Ziad Kalaani
Business Development Manager
Traze
With over 12 years of experience in forex trading and financial markets, Ziad Al Kalaani widely known as The Wolf Talks— recognized as one of the leading voices in AI-driven trading and business development. At Traze, he spearheads growth initiatives, building strategic partnerships and empowering IBs to scale their businesses. A respected trader, entrepreneur, and coach, Ziad is passionate about leveraging artificial intelligence to transform the way traders and IBs operate—making trading smarter, faster, and more efficient. Through his personal brand The Wolf Talks, he has built a global community of traders, combining deep market knowledge with cutting-edge AI tools.
