Burgan Bank Appoints Bader Mohammed Ali as General Manager – Retail Banking
In line with its continued focus on sustainable growth, national leadership excellence, and strengthening its position in the Kuwaiti market, Burgan Bank announced the appointment of Mr. Bader Mohammed Ali as General Manager – Retail Banking.
The appointment reflects Burgan Bank’s strategic commitment to advancing its retail banking agenda, empowering national talent in leadership roles, and reinforcing its long-term investment in the local banking sector.
Mr. Bader brings nearly two decades of distinguished experience in the Kuwaiti banking industry, with a strong track record spanning retail banking leadership, branch network management, operations, digital transformation, and regulatory governance. Throughout his career, he has overseen nationwide branch operations, led deposit and sales growth initiatives, managed ATM networks, and driven customer acquisition and retention strategies. He has also successfully delivered major digital and core banking transformation programs, contributing to stronger customer experiences and operational efficiency.
In addition, Mr. Bader has played a key role in strengthening governance frameworks, regulatory compliance, and risk management across complex banking environments, supporting institutional resilience and responsible growth. He is also an alumnus of several leading global institutions, reflecting his commitment to continuous development and strategic excellence.
Commenting on the appointment, Mr. Naqeeb Amin, General Manager – Human Resources and Development Group at Burgan Bank, said: “Retail banking remains central to Burgan Bank’s growth strategy and our commitment to delivering differentiated, customer-centric experiences in Kuwait. Bader’s appointment reflects our continued focus on empowering national leadership and advancing Kuwaitization in senior roles. His extensive industry experience, combined with his digital and operational expertise, will play an important role in strengthening our retail proposition and supporting the Bank’s long-term strategic ambitions.”
For his part, Mr. Bader Mohammed Ali said: “I am honored to join Burgan Bank at this important stage of its growth journey. I look forward to working closely with the team to further enhance our retail banking offering, strengthen customer relationships, and continue building long-term value for our customers, employees, and the wider Kuwaiti market.”
This appointment underscores Burgan Bank’s continued commitment to developing national leadership, advancing its customer-centric strategy, and reinforcing its role as a key contributor to Kuwait’s banking sector and economic development.
Background Information
Burgan Bank
Established in 1977, Burgan Bank is the youngest conventional Bank and second largest by assets in Kuwait, with a significant focus on the corporate and financial institutions sectors, as well as having a growing retail, and private bank customer base. Burgan Bank has majority owned subsidiaries in the MENAT region supported by one of the largest regional branch networks. which include Gulf Bank Algeria - AGB (Algeria), Bank of Baghdad - BOB (Iraq & Lebanon),Tunis International Bank – TIB (Tunisia), and fully owned Burgan Bank – Turkey, (collectively known as the “Burgan Bank Group”). Furthermore, Burgan Bank has a present in the UAE through its corporate office (“Burgan Financial Services Limited) which had helped the bank to participate in multiple financing opportunities in the UAE.