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Dr. R. Seetharaman, Chief Executive Officer of Doha Bank is recipient of multiple doctorates from leading universities of the world, including PhD in Global Governance by European University, PhD in Green Banking and Sustainability from Sri Sri University and Honor of the Doctoral Fellowship from Sri Sharada Institute of Indian Management (SRISIIM).

He was recognized and conferred by the Government of India with the prestigious Pravasi Bharatiya Samman Award, the highest honor conferred on overseas Indians by the Government of India.

Dr. Seetharaman was honored with Best CEO of The Century for Peace and Humanity Award by the World Humanitarian Drive (WHD) in June 2019.

He received the “Global Excellence Award in Renewable Energy 2017” by the Energy and Environment Foundation from Hon’ble Piyush Goyal, Minister of State with Independent Charge for Power, Coal, New and Renewable Energy and Mines, Government of India, for his vision, leadership, outstanding contribution and for demonstrating excellence in the Renewable energy sector.

Dr Seetharaman was honoured with the "Green Economy Visionary Award" in 2016 by Union of Arab Banks (UAB). He has also been conferred with the Lifetime Achievement Award by The Banker Middle East in May 2015. He has been named "Best CEO in Middle East" three times in the last 10 years and "World Leader Business Person". He has received the "Business Man of the Year Award" in 2015 from Qatar Today, "Life Time Achievement Award" from the Institute of Directors' at the Global Summit 2014 and The "Man of the Year" at IAIR Awards 2014.

He is a Chartered Accountant and holds certificate in IT systems and Corporate Management, whilst being a Gold medallist in his graduation Bachelor of Commerce

Dr R. Seetharaman, CEO of Doha Bank, is a prominent personality in the banking industry throughout the Middle East; and an economic expert. He has transformed Doha Bank into one of the best performing Banks in the Middle East region. He is a high profile economist and is invited on a regular basis by international media such as BBC, CNN, FOX, CNBC, Sky News, ABC and Bloomberg to share his views.

Quick Facts

Education:

Honor of the Doctoral Fellowship from Sri Sharada Institute of Indian Management (SRISIIM) Doctor of Philosophy (Honorary) by Arts, Science and Technology University, Lebanon (AUL) PhD in Green Banking and Sustainability 2015 from Sri Sri University PhD in Global Governance 2013 by European University Doctor of Civil Laws of Honoris Causa 2012 by European University Honorary degree, Doctor of Laws 2012 by Washington College CA from the Institute of Chartered Accountants, India B. Com Gold Medalist - University of Madras

Profile :

Started career in Price Waterhouse Worked at the top management level in three banks in Middle East Current Role: Group Chief Executive Officer - Doha Bank

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Few Prestigious awards won by Dr. R.Seetharaman

Lifetime Achievement Awards:


1. Doha Bank CEO Dr. R. Seetharaman was honored with Lifetime Achievement Award at Banker Middle East Awards in Dubai on 27-May-2015
   
   
2. Dr. R. Seetharaman, CEO of Doha Bank was presented with the “Life Time Achievement Award” by The Institute of Directors, Tamil Nadu State Chapter at the Global Summit 2014 on Business Excellence held in Chennai – India for his initiatives to promote excellence in Governance practices on 22-Aug-2014. Chief guest Dr. K. Rosaiya, Hon’ble Governor of Tamil Nadu, India handed over the award.
   
   
3. Life Time Achievement Award for outstanding contributions and achievements in Banking Sector organized by NRI Institute from the Minister of State of External Affairs for the year 2009. Rare honor given by the institution to any individual.
   
   
4. Dr. Seetharaman was honored with Best CEO of The Century for Peace and Humanity Award by the World Humanitarian Drive (WHD) in June 2019.
   
   

Other Prestigious Awards:


1. Dr. Seetharaman was honored with Professional Excellence Award by Institute of Directors (IOD) handed over by Honorable Governor of Tamil Nadu Thiru. Banwarilal Purohit in September 2019
   
   
2. Doha Bank CEO Dr. R. Seetharaman received “Business Leader of the Year Award" for his contribution to Environment and Social Responsibility from BRICS International Forum.
   
   
3. Doha Bank CEO Dr. R. Seetharaman received the 3G Leadership Award for Corporate Sector 2019 [Individual] at the Global Good Governance Awards in Jakarta, Indonesia on March 14, 2019.
   
   
4. Doha Bank CEO Dr. Seetharaman was honored with World Leader in Finance Award at THE BIZZ EUROPE 2019 event by World Confederation of Businesses (WORLDCOB) in Amsterdam, Netherland on 14th May, 2019.
   
   
5. Doha Bank CEO Dr. R. Seetharaman was recognized and conferred by the Government of India with the prestigious Pravasi Bharatiya Samman Award [PBSA], the highest honor conferred on overseas Indians by the Government of India. Shri Pranab Mukherjee, Honorable President of India, handed over the Award citation and the gold medallion to Dr. Seetharaman.
   
   
6. “Award of Excellence” from the Sri Lankan Government presented by H.E. the Sri Lankan Ambassador to Qatar Mr. A.S.P. Liyanage to Dr. R. Seetharaman in recognition of his services and the support extended by Dr. R. Seetharaman for promoting bilateral trade and investment relationships between Qatar and Sri Lanka.
   
   
7. Dr. Seetharaman received the New Age Banker of the Year Award at The New Age Banking Summit 2018, supported by Qatar Central Bank and Qatar Financial Centre Regulatory Authority in Doha, Qatar.
   
   
8. Dr. R. Seetharaman, CEO of Doha Bank, was honoured with the EU Business School Leadership Award at the EU Munich Commencement Ceremony on 16th June 2018 in recognition of his dedication to inspire passion, direction and determination in young and fellow business people. The award also acknowledged his integrity, innovative spirit and commitment to promote sustainable development and economic prosperity which greatly inspired community.
   
   
9. Doha Bank CEO Dr. R. Seetharaman was honored with the title “Honorary Professor Of The Academic Union, Oxford, UK” at The International Achievements Forum 2018, London Summit of Leaders, organized with the support of the Academic Union, Oxford and the Global Club of Leaders on 17th April 2018, in London, UK.
   
   
10. Dr. R. Seetharaman, CEO of Doha Bank was honored with the “Green Economy Visionary Award” at the 2016 Union of Arab Banks (UAB) International Banking Summit on 30-May-2016 in Rome, Italy for his outstanding contribution of close to two decades towards environment friendly activities thereby promoting Green economies. He received the award from Mr. Mohammed Jarrah Al-Sabah, Chairman - UAB in the presence of Mr. Wissam H. Fattouh, Secretary General - UAB, H.E. Mr. Mohammad Machnouk, Minister of Environment - Lebanon, Mr. Sarkis Yoghourtdjian, Advisor - Federal Reserve Board, Washington DC, Mr. Mustapha Bakkoury, President du Directoire - MASEN, Morocco, Mrs. Michele Caparello, Advisor to the Executive Board - European Central Bank, Mrs. Michele Caparello, Advisor to the Executive Board - European Central Bank and Mr. Eric Usher, Acting Head of the United Nations Environment Programme Finance Initiative (UNEP-FI), Switzerland.
    
    
11. Dr. R. Seetharaman, CEO of Doha Bank was honoured with “Energy and Environment Foundation 2017 Global Excellence Award in Renewable Energy” on 21st August 2017 for his vision, leadership, outstanding contribution and for demonstrating excellence in the Renewable energy sector. He received the Award from Mr. Piyush Goyal, Minister of State with Independent Charge for Power, Coal, New and Renewable Energy and Mines in the Government of India.
    
    
12. ‘Global Financial Leader 2017’ award from Hon. Indian Member of Parliament M.I. Shanavas at the Golden Achievement Awards Doha First Edition 2017, organized by Global Media in association with Kerala Chamber of Commerce & Industry in Doha, Qatar
    
    
13. Dr. R. Seetharaman was honored with the CEO of the Year Award at the EMEA Finance Middle East Banking Awards 2017 Ceremony on 28th Feb 2018 in Dubai for bringing about transformational leadership in Doha Bank with focus on technology and sustainable development
    
    
14. Best Manager of Year for Excellence in Quality in Banking at Excellence in Quality and Management Conference, Europe Business Assembly Ceremonial Events 2017 in Luzern, Switzerland on 3rd July 2017.
    
    
15. Dr. R. Seetharaman, CEO of Doha Bank was honored with “Business Man of the Year Award” on 16-June-2015 at the Hilton Hotel, Doha, Qatar for his strong beliefs in management principles and for his dynamic leadership qualities in leading Doha Bank with strong values and firm principles.
    
    
16. Dr. R. Seetharaman, CEO of Doha Bank being honored with NRI foundation Excellence award by Hon’ble Mr. Arun Jaitley, Finance Minister, and Government of India on 13-Mar-2015.
    
    
17. Doha Bank CEO Dr. R. Seetharaman was awarded the “Man of the Year “at IAIR Awards 2014 at a glittering function held in Dubai on 20-Nov-2014, where Doha Bank was adjudged the “Best Bank In Qatar”.
    
    
18. Dr. R. Seetharaman, Doha Bank CEO was honored with the prestigious “Gold Stevie Award for Executive of the Year” in the Banking Category at the 2014 International Business Awards - “The Stevie Awards” event in Paris on 10-Oct-2014.
    
    
19. CEO of the Year 2011 in Middle East at the EMEA Awards. This is the Second time he has won the prestigious honor in the Middle East.
    
    
20. Doha Bank CEO Dr. R. Seetharaman was honored with "The ABLF Business Economist Award" at the ABLF (Asia Business Leadership Forum) Leadership Weekend 2014 on 13-Dec-2014 for his outstanding contribution in financial media in areas such as economics, financial markets, banking, finance and sustainable development through commentaries and opinions and for promoting bilateral trade and investment relationships between various countries. He received the award from H.E Sultan bin Saeed Al Mansouri, UAE Minister of Economy.
    
    
21. Outstanding Contribution to the Industry award by Banker Middle East in partnership with Hawkamah Institute for Corporate Governance during the Banker Middle East Industry Awards 2010 in Dubai, UAE.
    
    
22. Dr. R.Seetharaman has been awarded the prestigious "CA Global Achiever Award" during the glittering ceremony of The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) Awards 2012 in February 2013 at Grand Hyatt, Mumbai
    
    
23. Recommended as the United Nations Goodwill Ambassador to H.E. Ban ki- Moon, UN Secretary General, by H.E. Nassir Abdulaziz Al Nasser, the Permanent Representative of the State of Qatar to the UN for his renowned environmental / Green activities.
    
    
24. Mahatma Gandhi Pravasi Samman by NRI Convention held in House of Lords, London – October 2013 for his achievements in the field of Banking Sector
    
    
25. World Leader Business person - For being a successful leader who works in an innovative, systematic and knowledgeable manner - September 2012
    
    
26. Doha Bank CEO Dr. R. Seetharaman was honored as “Banking Innovator” at the 2014 Indian Innovator Awards, Entrepreneur of the Year Award function held in Dubai on 09-Dec-2014.
    
    
27. Dr. R. Seetharaman received the “Best Banker Award for Supporting SMEs for their better growth and exemplary achievements in Banking Sector” during the "INDIA SME BUSINESS CONCLAVE” on 15th June, 2013 on the occasion of 19th Foundation Day of Small and Medium Business Development Chamber of India.
    
    
28. Leadership and Fellow Award during the 23rd World Congress Leadership and Quality of Governance and Presentation of Golden Peacock awards ceremony hosted by Institute of Directors in February 2013
    
    
29. Dr. R. Seetharaman was honored with 4th Rajiv Gandhi Excellence Award in 2013 for his distinguished services in the banking profession.
    
    
30. Global Indian Award by Rotary Club of Madras Metro during the launch of KRIA- Rotary Metro Awards 2013 in Commemoration of the 10th Anniversary of Kesar
    
    
31. International Indian of the Year Award for his contributions for global economics, supporting for years the common cause to address the Global Warming & Climate Change and Millennium Developments Goals from H.E. Dr. Farooq Abdullah, Minister of New and Renewable Energy, Government of India in 2010
    
    
32. Best CEO in Middle East Banking Industry 2008 by the Middle East Awards Institute from Honorable Dominique de Villepin, Former Prime Minister of France.
    
    
33. Banker of the Year 2007 from Banker Middle East.
    
    
34. Arab Asian Banker Excellence Award - 2006 from Arab Asian Forum in Singapore.
    
    
35. The Phenomenal Banker Achievers Excellence Award from the President of Mauritius in 2009
    
    
36. The Gullands Excellence Awards for excellence as a Phenomenal Banker in 2008.
    
    
37. Certificate of Appreciation from United States Department of Commerce - U.S. Commercial Service in promoting US-Qatari trade and financial ties from Mr. Israel Hernandez, Assistant Secretary of Commerce Director General of the Commercial Service International Trade Administration in 2007.
    
    
38. Pravasi Achievers Gold Medal for his outstanding contribution in the Banking and Economic Sector by the NRI Welfare Society of India at the House of Lords, London - 2010.
    
    

Dr. Seetharaman has transformed Doha Bank as one of the best performing bank in the Middle East region. During his stewardship Doha Bank has become a Global Brand, conferred with the following awards /recognitions:

1. Golden Peacock Global Award for Excellence in Corporate Governance by the Institute of Directors in 2019, 2018, 2016 & 2015
   
   
2. 3G Financial Services Award 2019 at the Global Good Governance Awards
   
   
3. Best Trade Finance Bank in Qatar at Global Finance Awards for the years 2019 & 2017
   
   
4. Doha Bank received THE BIZZ Award at THE BIZZ EUROPE 2019 event in Amsterdam, Netherland on 14th May, 2019 where the organization was granted with the GLORY trophy, one of the highest distinction given by World Confederation of Businesses (WORLDCOB).
   
   
5. LinkedIn Talent Awards 2019 for ‘Best Talent Acquisition Team in Qatar in above 500 Employee'
   
   
6. Best Bank In Capital Position during The New Age Banking Summit 2018, supported by Qatar Central Bank and Qatar Financial Centre Regulatory Authority
   
   
7. 2018 Corporate Excellent Award from CV Magazine for ‘Most Outstanding Business Bank’ in Qatar
   
   
8. Qatar Domestic Trade Finance Bank of the Year at the Asian Banking & Finance (ABF) Wholesale Banking Awards 2018
   
   
9. Doha Bank & Amwal’s “QETF” The first Exchange-traded fund (ETF) in Qatar by Qatar Stock Exchange
   
   
10. Best Arab Customers Services 2018 at Arab Banks Awards & Commendations of Excellence
    
    
11. Most Innovative Bank in the Middle East at the EMEA Finance Middle East Banking Awards 2017
    
    
12. Best Regional Commercial Bank in Middle East by the Banker Middle East for 5 years in a row - 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014 & 2013
    
    
13. Best local bank in Qatar award at the EMEA Finance Middle East Banking Awards 2017
    
    
14. Qatar Domestic Trade Finance Bank of the Year and Qatar Domestic Project Finance Bank of the Year awards at the Asian Banking & Finance (ABF) Wholesale Banking Awards 2017
    
    
15. Best Bank Governance - Qatar 2017 at the Capital Finance International (CFI.co) Awards 2017
    
    
16. 3G Environmental Responsibility Award 2017 at the Global Good Governance (3G) Awards 2017
    
    
17. Golden Peacock Global Award for Sustainability 2017, 2014, 2013, 2012 & 2010 by Institute of Directors, India
    
    
18. Best Regional Enterprise award at Excellence in Quality and Management Conference, Europe Business Assembly Ceremonial Events 2017 in Luzern, Switzerland on 3rd July 2017
    
    
19. Best Commercial Bank, Qatar 2016 from International Finance Magazine
    
    
20. Doha Bank has been named Bank of the Year 2013 – Qatar by The Banker magazine, an affiliate publication of The Financial Times, at the 14th Bank of the Year awards function held in London in 2013.
    
    
21. “Best Commercial Bank Qatar 2013” & “Best Customer Loyalty Programme 2013” from International Finance Magazine (IFM), a leading source of information, analysis and insights for the global finance community.
    
    
22. Golden Peacock Global Award for Corporate Social Responsibility for the years 2016, 2015, 2013, 2012 & 2011
    
    
23. BIZZ Peak of Success Award from the World Confederation of Businesses in 2013
    
    
24. Ebanking 2013 Excellence Award by the Middle East Excellence Awards Institute in 2013
    
    
25. Most Innovative Retail Bank Middle East by Global Banking & Finance in 2013
    
    
26. Best Corporate Responsibility Programme in the Middle East by EMEA Finance in 2012
    
    
27. Best Bank in Qatar by EMEA Finance in 2012
    
    
28. Best Corporate CSR Program by Arab Organisation for Social Responsibility in 2012
    
    
29. Best Bank in Qatar & Most Innovative Bank In the Middle East 2012 by Global Banking & Finance Review
    
    
30. Best Bank in Qatar 2011, 2012 - EMEA
    
    
31. Bank of the Year 2011 in Qatar by Arabian Business Awards
    
    
32. Asia's Best Brand Award from CMO for the year 2011
    
    
33. Best Bank in Qatar & Most innovative bank in Middle East for the year 2010 from EMEA
    
    
34. Best Sustainable Financial Institution in Qatar for the year 2010 from The New Economy
    
    
35. Best Commercial Bank in Middle East from Banker Middle East for the years 2005, 2007, 2009 & 2010.
    
    
36. Best Bank in Qatar from Euromoney for 2008 and 2005
    
    
37. Best Globalization Bank and Best Green Bank from Banker Middle East Awards 2008
    
    
38. Bank of the Year from The Banker, Financial Times for the years 2003, 2004 and 2006
    
    
39. Best Bank in Middle East from Banker Middle East for 2006
    
    
40. Best Bank in Qatar from World Finance for 2007
    
    
41. Best Internet Banking Award from Banker for 2008
    
    
42. Best Islamic Corporate Finance Award from Banker for 2007

He has played a pioneering role in introducing innovative products and services, deploying consumer centric technology solutions, newer strategic business models etc., and all first of its kind in the State of Qatar.

His strategic business model initiatives include his vision towards globalization through opening of full-fledged cross border branch operations in Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Kuwait and representative offices in Australia, Hong Kong, Singapore, Japan, Turkey, China, South Korea, United Kingdom, Canada, Frankfurt and Sharjah. Doha Bank has successfully established Doha Bank Assurance Company, the first Middle Eastern Bank to establish a 100% owned insurance company. He was instrumental in striking a strategic tie-up with a leading Indian brokerage firm and named it as Doha Brokerage and Financial Services Ltd., first financial institution to set foot in the Indian sub-continent. His thought leadership and relentless attitude resulted in Doha Bank being granted license to commence banking operations in India and has been permitted to provide full-scale banking services.

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Dr. Seetharaman is very passionate about theatre and literature and actively promotes social and cultural arts.

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Dr. Seetharaman is a high profile economist and is invited on a regular basis by international media such as BBC, CNN, FOX, CNBC, Sky News, ABC and Bloomberg to share his views. He is also an active promoter of economic cooperation and cross border investment opportunities between the GCC and the rest of the world. An influential environmentalist on the Global stage, he has proactively created awareness on Global Warming across the globe through a host of seminars and other initiatives. He is renowned Quiz Master in State of Qatar and has successfully conducted business-quizzes, sports-quizzes and green-quiz.

Recent speeches and seminars, where Dr. Seetharaman has contributed as Chairman or Keynote Speaker.

Topic	Forum	Venue	Date
Keynote Address: A Modern Day Catalyst For Change: Navigating business, trade and interaction post-pandemic	Research Forum 2020 by ONResearch, the research platform of EU Business School	Virtual Conference	Oct 2020
United Nations 75th Year & Beyond	Webinar organized by Madras Development Society	Virtual Conference	Oct 2020
Transforming Challenges into Opportunities	Webinar series on Self-Discovery organized by Academy of Lifeskills Based Education (ALBE) for Human Excellence jointly with Shasun Jain College	Virtual Conference	Oct 2020
Insurance Industry Trends, Opportunities, Resilience and Emerging Outlook	Sharq Insurance LLC Webinar	Virtual Conference	Sep 2020
QE INDEX ETF ‘QETF’ being your Qatar Investment Solution	Doha Bank Knowledge Sharing Session	Virtual Conference	Sep 2020
Bilateral & Synergistic Opportunities between Qatar & Turkey	Doha Bank Knowledge Sharing Session	Virtual Conference	Sep 2020
Digital Divergence & Exponential Change – Secure Digital	Doha Bank Knowledge Sharing Session	Virtual Conference	Sep 2020
Digital Divergence & Exponential Change	Doha Bank Knowledge Sharing Session	Virtual Conference	Sep 2020
Bilateral & Synergistic Opportunities between Qatar & United Kingdom	Doha Bank Knowledge Sharing Session	Virtual Conference	Sep 2020
Nelson Mandela's contribution for Tamils settlement in South Africa and towards the Conflict Resolution and World Peace	Nelson Mandela Centenary Celebration – International Conference for Peace and Conflict Resolution	Virtual Conference	Sep 2020
Bilateral & Synergistic Opportunities between Qatar & Germany	Doha Bank Knowledge Sharing Session	Virtual Conference	Sep 2020
Bilateral & Synergistic Opportunities between Qatar & Sri Lanka	Doha Bank Knowledge Sharing Session	Virtual Conference	Aug 2020
Post COVID 19 Business and Economy of India	Seminar by The Institute of Indian Foundrymen – Coimbatore Chapter	Virtual Conference	Aug 2020
Bilateral & Synergistic Opportunities between Qatar & Bangladesh	Doha Bank Knowledge Sharing Session	Virtual Conference	Aug 2020
Bilateral & Synergistic Opportunities between Qatar & India	Doha Bank Knowledge Sharing Session	Virtual Conference	Aug 2020
Investor Opportunities	Doha Bank Knowledge Sharing Session	Virtual Conference	Jul 2020
Bilateral & Synergistic Opportunities between Qatar & Hong Kong	Doha Bank Knowledge Sharing Session	Virtual Conference	Jul 2020
Bilateral & Synergistic Opportunities between Qatar & Singapore	Doha Bank Knowledge Sharing Session	Virtual Conference	Jul 2020
Bilateral & Synergistic Opportunities between Qatar & South Korea	Doha Bank Knowledge Sharing Session	Virtual Conference	Jul 2020
Bilateral & Synergistic Opportunities between Qatar & Japan	Doha Bank Knowledge Sharing Session	Virtual Conference	Jul 2020
Guest of Honour Address: Systematic Risk & Corporate Strategy	ICAI Doha Chapter CA Day 2020	Virtual Conference	Jul 2020
Chief Guest Address: Global Business: Impact & Funding	Rise Kuwait Kudil Chapter	Virtual Conference	Jul 2020
Guest Speaker: Qatar's Banking Sector - Looking beyond COVID19	Qatar Stock Exchange QSE Webinar	Virtual Conference	Jul 2020
Qatar MSME Opportunities - Strengthening SMEs for Global Competitiveness	International SME Day Celebration - jointly organised by SME Chamber of India and India International Trade Centre	Virtual Conference	Jun 2020
Speaker	KPMG’s CEO Series Talk Show	Virtual Conference	Jun 2020
Systemic Risk & Financial Stability	Institute of Directors Webinar on "Future Boards"	Virtual Conference	Jun 2020
Concept Note	Doha Bank Live Webinar - Sustainable Developments in Qatar	Virtual Conference	Jun 2020
Sustainability and Prosperity: Building a Better Tomorrow	EU Business School Virtual Conference - Learning from Leaders	Virtual Conference	Jun 2020
Keynote Speech: Getting future ready in a Disruptive World	New Age Banking Summit Qatar 2020 - 13th Edition	Doha	Feb 2020
Keynote Speech	International Conference on Islamic Finance focusing on “Circular Economy: Towards Impactful, Sustainable and Responsive Financial Strategies” organized by College of Islamic Studies - Hamad Bin Khalifa University, Education City, Qatar Foundation	Doha	Feb 2020
Keynote Speaker: “Growing opportunities between Qatar and Bangladesh”	Seminar on ‘Bangladesh-Qatar Relations: Untapped Potentials’ on the sidelines of the ‘Made In Bangladesh’ exhibition, hosted by Embassy of Bangladesh in Qatar and Bangladesh Forum Qatar (BFQ)	Doha	Jan 2020
Chief Guest Address - Ethics and Governance are the Pillars of Sustainable Success	Centenary celebration at the Convocation of National College, Trichy	Trichy - India	Dec 2019
Providing a 20:20 vision for 2020 [Economic Outlook for 2020]	Doha Bank Breakfast Meeting	Doha	Dec 2019
Keynote Address [Guest of Honour]	6th International Conference of the Doha Chapter of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) themed “Excellence Through Innovation”	Doha	Nov 2019
Sustainable Eco-Nomics Is All About Practicing Green Banking	Union of Arab Banks and World Bank Breakfast meeting on the sidelines of the Annual Meetings of the World Bank Group (WBG) and the International Monetary Fund (IMF)	Washington	Oct 2019
The Challenges and Opportunities for MENA Banks – Understanding and Meeting US Regulatory Expectations and the Expectations of their Correspondents	Union of Arab Banks and the Federal Reserve Bank of New York hosted the US - MENA Private Sector Dialogue 2019	New York	Oct 2019
Qatar - Land of Opportunities	Doha Bank Knowledge Sharing Session	Doha	Sep 2019
Emerging trends in Corporate Governance	Institute of Directors (IOD) hosted the Corporate Governance Summit	Chennai	Sep 2019
Chief Guest address: Sustainable Development Goal of Gender Equality	Shrimathi Devkunvar Nanalal Bhatt Vaishhav College for Women - Graduation Day	Chennai	Aug 2019
Keynote Speaker address: Celebrating Youth - Vision, mission & values	National Youth Meet [NAYOME] ’19 by Youth Wing of Jain International Trade Organisation [JITO]	Chennai	Jul 2019
Understand the Basics and Become a Better Leader	Chief Guest Address at the platinum jubilee CA Day of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) Doha Chapter	Doha	Jul 2019
Connecting Trade and Humanity	Trilateral Global Summit by World Humanitarian Drive (WHD)	London	Jun 2019
Keynote Address [Guest of Honour]	15th Convocation Ceremony of Great Lakes Institute of Management	Chennai, India	May 2019
Keynote Speech	THE BIZZ EUROPE 2019 by World Confederation of Businesses (WORLDCOB)	Amsterdam	May 2019
Keynote: Technology Transformation	Dell Technologies Forum	Doha	Apr 2019
Qatar’s Financial Stability and Firm International Investors Confidence	Doha Bank Knowledge Sharing Session – Breakfast Meeting with African Ambassadors	Doha	Mar 2019
Digital Eco-System	Doha Bank Knowledge Sharing Session on “Strategic Customer Profitability” through “Customer Centricity”	Doha	Feb 2019
Keynote Address	TS9-Business Edition Networking Session, organized jointly by Infotech Software Dealers Association (ISODA) with Indian Business & Professional Council (IBPC) under the aegis of Embassy of India	Doha	Jan 2019
Qatar - Canada Bilateral Relationships	Doha Bank Knowledge Sharing Session	Doha	Jan 2019
Qatar- Nepal Bilateral Opportunities	Inauguration Ceremony of Doha Bank's Nepal Representative Office	Nepal	Dec 2018
Changing Global Economics and their impact on growth momentum	Doha Bank Knowledge Sharing Session	Doha	Nov 2018
Qatar - South Africa Bilateral Opportunities	Doha Bank Knowledge Sharing Session	Doha	Nov 2018
Keynote Address	Qatar Central Bank’s 5th Information Security Conference for the Financial Sector	Doha	Nov 2018
Qatar’s Resilience Post Blockade - A Year on	Doha Bank Knowledge Sharing Session	Doha	Sep 2018
Qatar - Sri Lanka Bilateral Opportunities	Doha Bank Knowledge Sharing Session	Doha	Sep 2018
Keynote Address: "The impact of the blockade on the financial sector within Qatar, a year on"	Qatar British Business Forum (QBBF)	Doha	Jul 2018
Special Address: Transformational Leadership for Promoting Climate Resilient Economic Growth	20th World Congress on Environment Management and Climate Change, Institute of Directors (IOD)	New Delhi, India	Jul 2018
Keynote Address: “Global disruptions and opportunities”	EU Business School Commencement Ceremony - Munich campus	Munich, Germany	Jun 2018
Changing Global Dynamics & Sustainability	EU Business School Workshop - Munich campus	Munich, Germany	Jun 2018
Changing Global Dynamics & Sustainability	EU Business School Workshop - Geneva campus	Geneva, Switzerland	Jun 2018
Qatar- Sri Lanka Bilateral Opportunities	Doha Bank Knowledge Sharing Session [Doha Bank Sri Lanka Representative Office Inauguration]	Colombo	Jun 2018
Panel discussion: "Developments in green, social and sustainable finance"	The 50th International Capital Market Association(ICMA) Annual General Meeting & Conference	Madrid, Spain	Jun 2018
Chief Guest Address: The New Era of Blockchain and Cryptocurrency	ICAI Doha Chapter Event	Doha	May 2018
Qatar’s Sustainability and Resilience	London Summit of Leaders Achievements Forum 2018 - European Business Assembly, organized by the Academic Union Oxford	London	Apr 2018
Qatar-Singapore bilateral relationships	Doha Bank Knowledge Sharing Session	Doha	Apr 2018
Bilateral Business Opportunities – Tamil Nadu, India And Qatar	Doha Bank Knowledge Sharing Session [Doha Bank Chennai Branch Inauguration]	Chennai	Apr 2018
New World Order and Changing Business Model	Doha Bank Knowledge Sharing Session	Kuwait	Mar 2018
Panel discussion: “Enabling Fintech 2.0: Creating a Fintech Hub in India”	The Economic Times Global Business Summit 2018 - 4th Annual Edition	New Delhi	Feb 2018
Chief Guest Address	ICAI Doha Chapter seminar on Middle East Construction Risk and Dispute Resolution	Doha	Jan 2018
Keynote Address	"Energy Sustainability – The Next Decade" jointly hosted by Doha Bank and Phillip Capital	Mumbai	Dec 2017
Keynote Address - Inaugural session	National Conference on Happiness @ Workplace organized by Sri Sri University in association with National HRD Network, Bhubaneswar Chapter	Cuttack, India	Dec 2017
Qatar - Germany Bilateral Opportunities	Doha Bank Investor Meet Presentation	Frankfurt	Nov 2017
Inaugural Session Address	4th International Conference – ICAI Doha	Doha	Nov 2017
Qatar- Mexico Bilateral relationships	Doha Bank Knowledge Sharing Session	Doha	Nov 2017
Impact of Changing Digital Eco System On Business Models	The 10th Annual TiECON Chennai Conference	Chennai	Nov 2017
Keynote Address: “Cyber-hacking and its impact on the economy”	Fourth Conference on Information Security for the financial sector by Qatar Central Bank	Doha	Nov 2017
Special Address: The Board: Emerging Issues of Corporate Governance and Sustainability Challenges	Institute of Directors’ 17th International Conference on Corporate Governance & Sustainability	London	Oct 2017
Qatar- Canada Bilateral Opportunities	Doha Bank Knowledge Sharing Session	Toronto	Oct 2017
Qatar - US Bilateral Opportunities	Doha Bank Knowledge Sharing Session	New York	Oct 2017
Qatar - Bangladesh Bilateral Opportunities	Doha Bank Knowledge Sharing Session	Doha	Oct 2017
Roadmap for enduring Indo – China relationship for enhanced economic growth of India	Endowment Lecture at Loyola College	Chennai	Oct 2017
Qatar - Kuwait Bilateral Opportunities	Doha Bank Knowledge Sharing Session	Kuwait	Sep 2017
Qatar – Land of opportunities	Doha Bank Knowledge Sharing Session	London, UK	Sep 2017
Qatar – Land of opportunities	Doha Bank Knowledge Sharing Event	Doha	Aug 2017
Qatar – A sustainable performer	Doha Bank Knowledge Sharing Event	Sydney, Australia	Aug 2017
Qatar – A sustainable performer	Doha Bank Knowledge Sharing Event	Singapore	Aug 2017
New World Order and Allied Opportunities	European University Business School	Geneva, Switzerland	Jul 2017
Regulatory Changes and Opportunities	Doha Bank Knowledge Sharing Event	Doha	May 2017
BREXIT: The changing economic and financial relationships between the UK and the EU	Union of Arab Banks hosted the International Banking Summit “IABS 2017”	London	May 2017
Top management’s expectations from Finance & Audit professionals	Institute of Internal Auditors - Qatar Seminar	Doha	Apr 2017
Enhancing Customer Value Through Wealth Management	Doha Bank Knowledge Sharing Event	Doha	Apr 2017
Realignment of business model and how digitization and innovation is the core of business	Qatar Digital Transformation Conference hosted by Dell EMC	Doha	Apr 2017
New World Order & Opportunities	Doha Bank Knowledge Sharing Event	Abu Dhabi	Apr 2017
Environmental sustainability and corporate social responsibility in banking sector	UNESCO-UNEVOC Centre Qatar Seminar Series hosted by College of the North Atlantic - Qatar (CNA-Q) campus	Doha	Mar 2017
Changing Global Dynamics and Opportunities	Doha Bank Knowledge Sharing Event	Seoul, South Korea	Feb 2017
Opportunities and Threats for Indian Economy with Change in Global Economic Policies	Felicitation Function by Institute of Directors	Chennai, India	Feb 2017
Changing Dynamics Impacting Banking And Financial Services	Great Lakes Institute of Management	Chennai, India	Feb 2017
Changing International Dynamics on Foreign Policies and Allied Opportunities	Doha Bank Knowledge Sharing Event	Doha	Jan 2017
Keynote Address: “Embedding Corporate Social responsibility (CSR) in Corporate Strategy for Responsible Growth - Green Banking and Sustainability”	11th International Conference On Corporate Social Responsibility & Presentation Of Golden Peacock Awards	Bengaluru, India	Jan 2017
E-Commerce as a tool for better SME integration into Global Value Chains – Panel discussion	Qatar Chamber’s 2nd SME Conference	Doha	Jan 2017
Changing Global Dynamics and Opportunities	Doha Bank Knowledge Sharing Event	Mumbai, India	Dec 2016
GCC - Bangladesh Bilateral Relationship	Doha Bank Knowledge Sharing Event	Dhaka, Bangladesh	Dec 2016
Ethical Leadership in Industry and Business: Responsibility and Risk in The Global Era	International Ethics Summit 2016	Doha	Dec 2016
Bilateral Opportunities between Japan and GCC	Doha Bank Knowledge Sharing Event	Tokyo, Japan	Nov 2016
Digital Transformation Can Create New Business Models	Doha Bank Knowledge Sharing Event - Evolving Digital ecosystem and its Business impact	Doha	Nov 2016
Key note address: “Developing the Qatari Capital market“	Conference on Corporate Debt Markets hosted by Qatar Financial Markets Authority (QFMA) and International Capital Market Association (ICMA)	Doha	Nov 2016
Global Governance Initiates Cyber Security Reforms	Third Annual Conference for Information Security in Financial Institutions, hosted by Qatar Central Bank	Doha	Nov 2016
Board’s Evolving Role in an Uncertain Global Economy	16th London Global Convention On Corporate Governance & Sustainability - Global Business Meet by Institute of Directors, India	London	Oct 2016
Indian Rural Women: Role Models, Achievements & Challenges	International Diaspora Conference	The Hague, Netherlands	Oct 2016
Changing Dynamics & Global Sustainability	Washington College	Washington	Oct 2016
Opening Keynote: Creating a digital banking eco-system for a dynamic Middle East and Africa	Misys Connect Forum	Dubai	Oct 2016
Global Economic Situation and Opportunities	Third World Tamil Economic Conference	Chennai	Oct 2016
Kerala - Qatar Investment Opportunities	Investors Conference	Kochi, India	Aug 2016
Bilateral Opportunities between GCC and India	Doha Bank Kochi Branch Inauguration	Kochi, India	Aug 2016
Changing Market Dynamics	European University Business School	Geneva, Switzerland	July 2016
Effect of Climate Change on Banking and Finance	2016 Union of Arab Banks (UAB) International Banking Summit	Rome, Italy	May 2016
Changing Dynamics and Market Opportunities	Doha Bank Knowledge Sharing Event	Abu Dhabi, UAE	May 2016
Making GRC Simple: A C-Level Panel Discussion	4th Annual GRC Summit 2016	Washington	Apr 2016
Changing Dynamics and Market Opportunities	Doha Bank Knowledge Sharing Event	Kuwait	Apr 2016
Theme Speech: “Managing Turbulent Times”	Qatar Engineers Summit [QEST] 2016	Doha	Apr 2016
Business Opportunities in Poland	Doha Bank Knowledge Sharing Event	Doha	Apr 2016
Changing Dynamics and Market Opportunities	Doha Bank Knowledge Sharing Event	Dubai	Mar 2016
Financing Qatar’s project market in uncertain times	12th MEED Annual Qatar Projects Conference	Doha, Qatar	Mar 2016
Deep Dive Breakaway Session: Sustainable & Developing	Global Leadership Forum [The Art of Living] Panel Discussion	New Delhi, India	Mar 2016
Government Intervention with SMEs and Entrepreneurs – Panel Discussion	The 3rd Entrepreneurship in Economic Development Forum	Doha, Qatar	Mar 2016
Qatar 2016 Budget and the Sustainability of Qatar's Economy for 2016 and Beyond	ASEAN Committee in Doha (ACD) “Lunch-Talk”	Doha, Qatar	Feb 2016
Youth Empowerment & Sustainable Development	Paavai Institutions - Annual Day Celebrations	Namakkal, India	Feb 2016
Falling Oil Prices And Their Impact on The Gulf States	Seminar of ICAI Doha Chapter	Doha, Qatar	Feb 2016
India 2016 – Leading Change	Madras Management Association (MMA) Annual Convention 2016	Chennai, India	Feb 2016
Transformational Leadership	Seminar at Sai Ram Institute of Management Studies	Chennai, India	Feb 2016
Be a Gift to the World	Rotary District 3230 Conference - Utsav 2016	Chennai, India	Feb 2016
Embedding CSR Mandate into Corporate Strategy	Institute of Directors' 10th International conference on Corporate Social responsibility (CSR)	Mumbai, India	Feb 2016
Growing Opportunities in Qatar	Doha Bank Knowledge Sharing Event	Doha, Qatar	Feb 2016
Green Banking & Sustainability	6th Edition Waste Management & Recycling Summit	Doha, Qatar	Feb 2016
Nation on the Move – Dynamics for Growth	35th Annual Management Convention by Kerala Management Association (KMA)	Kochi, India	Jan 2016
Changing Landscape and Opportunities in Economy and Banking	College of the North Atlantic – Qatar	Doha	Jan 2016
Special address: “Building Green Economies is the Solution for Sustainable Growth”	Madras Management Association’s Mega Conclave on Green India	Chennai, India	Dec 2015
Bilateral Opportunities between India, Qatar and Gulf Co-operation Council (GCC)	Doha Bank Customer Event	New Delhi, India	Dec 2015
Bilateral Opportunities between India, Qatar and Gulf Co-operation Council (GCC)	Doha Bank Customer Event	Hyderabad, India	Nov 2015
Enhancing IT Security in the financial sector in today’s world	Opening Ceremony - Qatar Central Bank’s Information Security Conference for the Financial Sector	Doha	Nov 2015
Opening the Middle East markets - The Shape of things to Come	55th World Federation of Exchanges (WFE) General Assembly and Annual Meeting 2015 hosted by Qatar Exchange	Doha	Oct 2015
Bilateral Opportunities between India, Qatar and GCC	Doha Bank Knowledge Sharing Event, in association with Madras Chamber of Commerce and Industry	Chennai, India	Sep 2015
Changing Dynamics & Market Opportunities	Doha Bank NRI Services Customer Meet in association with Bank Muscat Expat Services	Oman	Sep 2015
Opportunities in Qatar and GCC	Doha Bank Knowledge Sharing Event	Bangalore, India	Aug 2015
Opportunities in Qatar for Indian SMEs	Doha Bank Knowledge Sharing Event	Kolkata, India	Jul 2015
Opportunities in Qatar and GCC	Doha Bank Knowledge Sharing Event	Ahmedabad, India	Jul 2015
GCC – South Africa Bilateral relationships	Inauguration Reception / Grand Opening Ceremony of Doha Bank's South Africa Representative Office	South Africa	Jun 2015
Financial Inclusion for Social Development and Stability - Boosting jobs and reducing poverty	The International Banking Summit 2015	Budapest, Hungary	Jun 2015
Bilateral Ties Between Singapore And Qatar	Singapore Business Federation - International Enterprise Singapore, Mission to Qatar	Doha	May 2015
Changing Dynamics in Global Finance	“Partners in Progress: Role of Finance Professionals”, Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) Doha Chapter	Doha	May 2015
Investment Climate in Qatar	Qatar Stock Exchange “Exchange views”	Doha	May 2015
Panel discussions on the Future of Banking	Bloomberg Businessweek Middle East event	Dubai	April 2015
Changing Global Economics & Financial Impact on Markets – Middle East Perspective	Dubai Global Convention 2015 - 25th World Congress on Leadership For Business Excellence & Innovation by Institute of Directors, India	Dubai	Apr 2015
Opportunities in Qatar	Doha Bank Knowledge Sharing Event	Tokyo	Apr 2015
Sovereign investment fund and investment fund opportunities	Qatar India Joint Economic and Business Meet	Delhi, India	Mar 2015
Synergetic Opportunities between Emerging Asia and the GCC	Doha Bank Knowledge Sharing Event	Kuwait	Mar 2015
Economic Integration Towards Borderless World	College of the North Atlantic – Qatar	Doha	Feb 2015
Economic Integration Towards Borderless World	Global Citizen Forum	Doha	Jan 2015
Asian Economic Zeitgesit: A Focus On Risks And Opportunities	ABLF (Asia Business Leadership Forum) Leadership Weekend 2014 – Panel Session	Dubai	Dec 2014
Enterprise Risk Integration – Keynote Address	Enterprise Risk Summit 2014	Doha	Nov 2014
Uncertain Times: Can GCC Banking Take-off	ICAI Abu Dhabi - Annual Event Seminar	Abu Dhabi	Nov 2014
Digitizing the Retail Experiences and New Payment Solutions for Consumers	Doha Bank Retail Knowledge Sharing Event	Doha	Nov 2014
Harnessing Moral Values for Our Times	Fourth Round-table of Doha International Centre For Interfaith Dialogue [DICID]	Doha	Nov 2014
Changing Face Of Global And Corporate Governance	14th London Global Convention on Corporate Governance & Sustainability and Global Business Meet	London	Oct 2014
Customer Risk Ratings And Evolving Nature Of Financial Crime	"5th US-MENA Private Sector Dialogue on Correspondent Banking" - Union of Arab Banks	BNY Mellon, New York	Oct 2014
Sustainable Development	'Be the Change' - TEDx Conference at the Birla Public School	Doha	Oct 2014
GCC Realty Market should be ‘Cautiously Optimistic’	Industry & Trade Conference 2014	Doha	Sep 2014
Experts Call for Greater Cross-Industry Partnership and Regulatory Alignment at Industry & Trade Conference in the UAE	Industry & Trade Conference 2014	UAE	Sep 2014
GRC Framework should be Realigned to Address Challenges Arising from Changing Market Dynamics	Qatar GRC Round Table	Doha	Sep 2014
SME Sector will Play a Key Role in Qatar’s Sustainable Development	Doha Bank Knowledge Sharing Event	Doha	Sep 2014
New World order and opportunities	Doha Bank Knowledge Sharing Event	Singapore	Jul 2014
Global Governance	European University Convocation function	Geneva, Switzerland	Jun 2014
Transitions in world economy	International Arab Banking Summit 2014	Paris, France	Jun 2014
Projects and Contracts - Opportunities and Challenges	Doha Bank Knowledge Sharing Event	Kuwait	May 2014
Future of Banking in 2020	Regional Conference of Bahrain Chapter of The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India [BCICAI]	Bahrain	May 2014
Information Technology Changes and Security developments should synchronise to promote value advantage to Stakeholders	Information Security Conference in Financial Sectors- Enabling Secure in Financial community	Doha	Apr 2014
Qatar- South Korea Bilateral Relationships Witnessed An Upward Trend	Qatari – South Korean Banks reception	Seoul	Apr 2014
Projects and Contracts Opportunities and Challenges	Doha Bank Knowledge Sharing Event	Doha	Apr 2014
Free Trade Agreement can give a Boost to GCC – India Bilateral Relationship	Doha Bank Knowledge Sharing Event	Chennai, India	Apr 2014
Qatar and India should leverage on Synergistic Bilateral Opportunities	Doha Bank Knowledge Sharing Event	Mumbai, India	Apr 2014
Qatar Exchange is well set to attract Emerging Market Inflows	The 9th World Exchange Congress 2014	Doha	Mar 2014
Sustainable Development for Economies and Corporations	Georgetown University - Monthly Dialogue Series	Doha	Jan 2014
Building Alliances: The role of India, China and USA in Creating 1 World	Global Citizen Forum Conference	New Delhi, India	Jan 2014
Role of Banks in Financing Gas Distribution Projects – Case of Doha Bank	Qatar Gas Distribution Projects Summit	Doha	Dec 2013
GCC and International Trade	Doha Bank Knowledge Sharing Event	Dubai	Nov 2013
Qatar and International Trade	Doha Bank Knowledge Sharing Event	Doha	Nov 2013
Opportunities persist between Qatar and Poland for Bilateral Trade	Poland Forum hosted by Polish Information and Foreign Investment Policy	Warsaw, Poland	Nov 2013
Opportunities in Qatar and the GCC	Doha Bank Knowledge Sharing Event	Turkey	Nov 2013
Growing Opportunities in the GCC	Inauguration for Doha Bank’s Hong Kong Representative Office	Hong Kong	Oct 2013
Growing Opportunities Prevail Between Qatar And USA	Business Luncheon Meet organized by the US - Qatar Business Council	Washington	Oct 2013
Synergistic Opportunities Between Qatar, GCC and Canada	Inauguration Event of Representative Office in Canada	Toronto	Oct 2013
Rejuvenating Economy through Sustainability	London Global Convention 2013 of Institute of Directors, India	London	Oct 2013
Opportunities and Challenges for India and Global Indians	NRI Convention	House of Lords, London	Oct 2013
Synergistic Opportunities Contribute To Surge In Qatar–Singapore Bilateral Trade And Development	Opportunities in Qatar and the GCC	Singapore	Aug 2013
GCC-China Bilateral Trade & Development is Witnessing an upward Trend	Knowledge sharing session on "Opportunities in Qatar and the GCC”	China	Jul 2013
Business Collaboration and Partnership	Doha Bank Knowledge-Sharing Session	Doha	Jun 2013
Qatar Is A Welfare State And A Role Model In The Arab World	The International Arab Banking Summit 2013	Vienna, Austria	Jun 2013
Growing Opportunities between GCC and Indian SMEs is Vital for Bilateral Sustainability	India SME Business Conclave	Mumbai, India	Jun 2013
Sustainability a key factor for Dubai Real Estate and Infrastructure Projects	GCC summits on Real Estate, Infrastructure and Urban Planning	Dubai	May 2013
Sustainability a key factor for Abu Dhabi Real Estate and Infrastructure Projects	GCC summits on Real Estate, Infrastructure and Urban Planning	Abu Dhabi	May 2013
Qatar can Leverage on its Fiscal Strength for Economic Diversification	"Qatar: The Spending versus borrowing Strategy", Conference hosted by Thomson Reuters	Doha	May 2013
Economic Diversification will result in Sustainable Growth in Real Estate and Infrastructure in Kuwait	Doha Bank Knowledge sharing Summit	Kuwait	May 2013
Bilateral Opportunities between GCC and Australia	Doha Bank Australia Representative Office Inauguration	Sydney, Australia	Apr 2013
Qatar's Economic Diversification will result in Sustainable Growth in Real Estate and Infrastructure	Doha Bank Knowledge sharing Summit	Doha	Apr 2013
Doha Climate Gateway Is The Solution For Sustainable Energy Efficiency	Bloomberg Doha Conference	Doha	Apr 2013
GCC Regulators Give Thrust on Risk Governance to Promote Financial Stability	The 7th GCC regulatory summit	Doha	Feb 2013
Millennium Development Goals can Stimulate Sustainable Development	23rd World Congress Leadership and Quality of Governance and Presentation of Golden Peacock awards ceremony	Bangalore, India	Feb 2013
Emerging Trends in Power and Alternative Energy Financing in GCC is Promising	The 4th General Conference of Arab Union of Electricity and Exhibition	Doha	Jan 2013
Long-term Visions for Economic Growth Opportunities in the Middle East Region	The Doha Global Business Day	Doha	Dec 2012
Global Financial Stability is Contingent on Green Economies	Knowledge sharing session of European University	Geneva, Munich	Nov 2012
Changing Dynamics of the Gulf States towards Green Mission	World Energy Forum	Dubai	Oct 2012
South Korea Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) Companies have bigger role to play in the Infrastructure Boom	Changing Global Dynamics and Opportunities for South Korea in GCC Countries	Seoul	Oct 2012
Japan can Actively Participate in Qatar's Infrastructure Development	Changing Global Dynamics and Opportunities for Japan in GCC Countries	Tokyo	Oct 2012
Expansion strategies to accelerate growth in international markets	Meeds Qatar Banking Summit 2012: The new regulatory landscape, growth and funding strategies for Qatar's banking sector	Doha	Oct 2012
Intra - GCC Trade, Investment, Banking and Finance will give Real Opportunity for Gulf Financial Stability	Doha Bank Knowledge sharing "Market opportunities, Risks and Solutions"	Dubai	Sep 2012
SME and Infrastructure development will drive economic growth in Kuwait	Doha Bank Knowledge sharing "Market opportunities, Risks and Solutions"	Kuwait	Sep 2012
Infrastructure Execution will Drive the Market Dynamics in Qatar for Years to Come	Doha Bank Knowledge sharing "Market opportunities, Risks and Solutions"	Doha	Sep 2012
EU- MENA Economic relations following the Regional and International developments	The International Arab Banking Summit 2012	Berlin, Germany	Jun 2012
Towards the Truth	229th Commencement, Washington College	Maryland	May 2012
Qatar - Land of Opportunities	Interactive Session - USQBC	Washington DC	May 2012
Increasing Stability, Predictability and Transparency in the Financial Sector	HLTD Conference - United Nations	New York	May 2012
CSR - A Bridge between Business & Society	Dubai Global Convention 2012	Dubai	Apr 2012
Inside the corporate mind: A global picture	UNCTAD-World Investment Forum 2012	Doha	Apr 2012
Back to Basics	Marhaba Tartans - CMU Q	Doha	Apr 2012
Diversification is an opportunity for sustainable growth	Bloomberg Doha Conference	Doha	Apr 2012
Green Economies are the Growth Models for Global Sustainability	The International Workshop and Conference on Renewable energy and Climate Change (IWRECC)	Madurai, India	Apr 2012
"Knowledge is the Real Wealth "	5th Annual Global learning Summit	Singapore	Feb 2012
"New World Order and Opportunities -Bilateral in terms of trade, Investments, Banking and Finance between USA and GCC"	Washington College - CEO Leadership Series	Washington DC	Feb 2012
"Establishing an effective risk governance framework"	The GCC Risk Management Symposium- The New Order	Qatar	Jan 2012
Changing Market Dynamics	International Offices Annual Summit	Doha, Abu Dhabi	Nov 2011
Increased Risk of Recession in Global Economy and Financial Economies has to convert to Real Economies	Common Wealth Business Forum	Australia	Oct 2011
Value Propositions for SMEs and Retail Customers in UAE	SME Knowledge Sharing	Dubai	Oct 2011
Global Governance And Corporate Governance Are Intertwined To Produce Gross Welfare To The Mass	Global Sustainability Conference	London	Oct 2011
Investment Opportunities in India & GCC Countries	World Tamil Conference 2011	Dubai	Oct 2011
IMF Meeting and Financial Markets	IMF Meeting	Washington	Sep 2011
Enterprise Risk Integration	Enterprise Risk Management Seminar	Doha	Sep 2011
Economic Growth of India - Role of SMEs	India SME Leadership Summit	India	Aug 2011
India has big scope for foreign banks	Global Indian business community in Naples	Italy	Jun 2011
Qatar is a Role Model for new Arab World Transformation	Annual International Arab Banking Summit (IABS)	Italy	Jun 2011
Regulation Framework is Re-aligned to Improve Customer Advantage	Customer Advantage in the Contemporary Financial market	Qatar	May 2011
Middle East is a Significant Market for Global Investors	The 2nd Annual Arab Investment summit	Abu Dhabi	May 2011
QATAR BOND MARKET Provides Opportunities for Longterm Investors	Fixed Income Event by Thomson Reuters	Qatar	May 2011
Participative Leadership Results In Higher Productivity And Performance	Financial thoughts Leadership Summitternational Trade	Qatar	May 2011
Finance & Banking	Business & Investment in Qatar	New York	Apr 2011
Spain : A potential trade partner for Qatar	Spanish Financial system situation	Doha	Feb 2011
Strengthening International Mutual Trade	The Future of Kuwaiti-Qatari Economic Relationship	Kuwait	Dec 2010
Qatar's Global Trade will expand towards emerging economies	Qatar and International Trade	Doha	Dec 2010
Innovations in Global Retailing	Retail Forum- Focus on Changes in global consumer behavior	Doha	Oct 2010
Qatar Economy and Growth opportunities	Annual IMF meet	Washington DC	Oct 2010
GCC Investment partnerships and joint ventures are realigned to emerging markets	GCC Economies and growth opportunities for china	China	Aug 2010
Crisis to fiscal stability is contingent on good global governance	Arab Banking summit	Turkey	Jun 2010
Changing face of financial markets	Changing Market Dynamics	Doha	May 2010
Gulf Economies and Current Opportunities	Finance and Investment in Qatar	Paris	Mar 2010
Opportunities and Challenges for Sharia'h compliant Islamic finance	4th Annual world Islamic Infrastructure finance conference	Doha	Nov 2009
Realignment in Risk Management needed for Financial Stability	New Approach for Risk Management	Beirut	Oct 2009
Real Estate sector after the recession	Doha Bank Seminar on Real Estate	Doha	Oct 2009
International Expansion of regional Islamic Banks	World Islamic Retail Banking Conference	Dubai	Oct 2009
Adding value to develop Small & Medium Business in Qatar	SME Seminar	Doha	Jul 2009
Post financial crisis strategies	International Arab Banking Summit	London	Jun 2009
Trends in banking industry in Qatar	Qatar Economic Forum	Doha	Jun 2009
New world order creates new opportunities	US-Arab Chamber of commerce	Houston	Apr 2009
The Roles of Banks & Financial institutions in dealing with Global Financial crisis and repercussions on GCC Economies	Symposium of the repercussions of the Global Financial crisis - Qatar Chamber of Commerce	Doha	Apr 2009
Branding Strategies and importance in overall brand building	3rd Annual Conference on Innovative Brand Building for Financial Institutions	London	Mar 2009
Global Financial Crisis and opportunities for Qatar	Knowledge sharing session	Doha	Mar 2009
Global Financial Crisis- Role of Chartered Accountants	Bahrain chapter of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI)	Bahrain	Jan 2009
Islamic Infrastructure and Project Finance	Second Annual Islamic Financial Intelligence Summit	London	Nov 2008
US Business opportunities in the Gulf	IMF World Bank Annual Meet	Houston	Oct 2008
The role of Banks in financing Arab Investment projects	Arab Banking Conference	Cairo	Apr 2008
The changing paradigm with globalization of Financial Services	Multipolar innovation- A cross industry executive conference hosted by Carnegie Bosch Institute	Pittsburgh	Apr 2008

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Dr. Seetharaman is also very active in promoting economic cooperation and cross border investment opportunities between the GCC and other regions across the globe. He is committed to corporate social responsibility by proactively contributing towards social causes besides his initiatives towards creating a knowledge-society. He is actively engaged in creating awareness to the global corporate community on global warming and climate change - causes, effects and measures.

Dr. Seetharaman always had a soft spot for underprivileged and his benevolent Philanthropist activities involve:

1. Supporting the old and destitute people in building homes
   
   
2. Supporting for the education of poor children, education facilities and student's careers
   
   
3. Committed to social responsibility by proactively contributing towards social causes, like Tsunami relief,
   
   
4. Developing banking for the underprivileged and people with special needs
   
   
5. Creating a knowledge-society
   
   
6. Supported the Anandam Medical Care Centre by donating towards a noble cause of setting an equipped facility to provide free medical care to poor people residing in and around Kallikuppam
   
   
7. Supported the Tambras foundation by way of donations to set up the Senior Citizen Home Premises for Elderly Citizens
   
   
8. Felicitated the Donation Campaigns through ATMs and innovative methods
   
   

Dr. R Seetharaman is an Influential Environmentalist on the Global Stage:

1. Launched the ECO-Schools Programme (www.ecoschools.com.qa), dedicated to the environment which encourages schools of any discipline to proactively participate in the implementation of good environmental practices, reduction of carbon footprint, increase eco-consciousness and supporting children to become environmental advocates at a young age.
   
   
2. The Partnership Agreement between Doha Bank and UNESCO was signed to proactively work together in greening the environment for planned activities such as ECO-Schools, Tree Planting, Beach Clean-up / Adopt-a-Beach campaign, Recycling and Waste Management programmes in coordination with the Ministry of Environment and Green Qatar Centre
   
   
3. Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between DBFS & Bunge Investment Management Limited through its Eco-invest Carbon SA carbon emissions risk management services, carbon emissions advisory services and carbon emission credit origination services in India and the Middle Eastern markets.
   
   
4. Conducted environmental seminars across the GCC, at Turkey, Singapore, Japan, China, India and USA.
   
   

An Innovator to support social cause

1. First Bank in the Gulf to pioneer Green Banking
   
   
2. Launch of First Eco-Friendly Card in GCC
   
   
3. Sponsored the first 'Doha Green Conference' in Qatar during December 2009
   
   
4. Launched a dedicated Green Bank website, www.dohagreenbank.com, to educate the public further on Green culture showing the Bank's various initiatives taken, planned activities, projects, products and services.
   
   
5. Created Doha Bank Planet-Savers Club to contribute to the Green Qatar Program.
   
   
6. Unwavering commitment to Carbon neutrality from the Board to the staff
   
   
7. Innovative Paperless Banking
   
   
8. Conducted Green Quiz with Global warming and climatic changes as a central theme to spread awareness in Qatar and various other countries.
   
   

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