Held at the Waldorf Astoria in Kuwait, the award ceremony welcomed new charter holders as well as their families, friends and industry experts to celebrate their recent accomplishment. The ceremony featured distinguished speakers, including Abdullah AlSharekh, Managing Director of Markets & Investment Banking at Kamco Invest, and Dr. Dan Philps, PhD, CFA, Head of Rothko Investment Strategies and Artificial Intelligence Research.
Aminah Abotalaf, CFA, President CFA Society Kuwait, welcomed the audience saying, “We are honored to celebrate the achievements of our new CFA charterholders at CFA Society Kuwait. Your dedication and pursuit of excellence set a remarkable example in our field. CFA Society Kuwait is also proud to have Kamco Invest as strategic partners for the evening, highlighting the value of strong industry partnerships. Together, we are building a brighter future for the investment industry in Kuwait, and CFA Society Kuwait is proud to support your ongoing journey of learning and professional growth.”
AlSharekh addressed the new charter holders, emphasizing the significance of the CFA designation in enhancing the standards of the investment profession. His speech also highlighted Kamco Invest's dedication to nurturing talent and promoting industry best practices. He said, “At Kamco Invest, we are proud to employ a significant number of CFA charter holders among our team of investment professionals. We also actively encourage and support our employees in pursuing the CFA designation as it signifies a profound commitment to ethical standards, in-depth financial expertise, and continuous self-improvement, all of which are essential for advancing our collective goals in the investment community.”
AlSharekh said, “Partnering with CFA Society Kuwait to host this prestigious ceremony is a testament to Kamco Invest’s commitment to fostering specialized professional learning and driving excellence within the financial sector. We take great pride in acknowledging the dedication and hard work of the new CFA charter holders, who embody the future leadership of our industry. I would like to congratulate all new charter holders on this remarkable achievement and wish them continued success in their professional journeys.”
The collaboration with CFA Society Kuwait reflects Kamco Invest's commitment to contributing towards the development of financial expertise and promoting high ethical standards in the investment community. The partnership also aligns with Kamco Invest's strategic focus on supporting educational initiatives and professional development opportunities that benefit the broader financial ecosystem.
Dr. Philps, an expert in AI in investment management gave a presentation entitled “Investment-AI: Deploying AI to Drive Alpha”. He also addressed the audience, focusing on the value and significance of the CFA program, stating, “The CFA program is renowned for its rigor and comprehensive coverage of key investment concepts, ethics, and professional standards. Completing this program demonstrates a commitment to excellence and positions these new charter holders as highly qualified professionals in the global financial industry.”
For investment practitioners interested in learning more about Data Science and how it can be leveraged in their work, Dr. Philps recommended the CFA Institute’s Data Science for Investment Professionals Certificate program.
The CFA program is recognized globally as one of the most comprehensive credentials for investment management, providing charter holders with a deep understanding of investment analysis, portfolio management, and ethical standards.