MENA online financial trading firm Amana Capital has appointed Mani Sahota as its chief information officer.
Sahota’s appointment is in line with Amana’s efforts to build its capacity and expertise across all the brand’s verticals.
In his new role, Sahota will spearhead Amana’s digital presence by steering in-house mobile and web applications to support the brand’s transformation across the region.
“With our transformation in full swing, we are delighted that Mani has joined the extended Amana family,” said Muhammad Rasoul, Chief Executive Officer, Amana. “Mani’s extensive expertise and aptitude are more than welcome at the organisation. I am more than confident that his leadership and technical forte will support our transformational drive and customer growth moving forward.”
Sahota is a veteran in the trading industry, bringing over 20 years of experience with him to Amana. He first entered the online trading world in 2009, where he joined GFT Markets working within the B2B Division as Head of the Institutional Solutions, after which he joined GAIN Capital as Vice President of Institutional Strategy, leading the growth of its B2B division and support services.
He held senior positions at CME Group as Head of Customer Solutions, where he was part of a team developing and productising centrally cleared OTC products. He was also part of Barclays Bank, working within the Technology Division.
“I am delighted to join Amana in such an exciting and pivotal time for the brand,” said Sahota. “I look forward to taking Amana to the next level and truly offering a best-in-class – and world-class – experience for all our customers.”
