Finance for the future – Noorhan Al-Zan & Habib Bushiri, CFA Society Bahrain

Finance for the future – Noorhan Al-Zan & Habib Bushiri, CFA Society Bahrain

Gulf Insider interviews Noorhan Al-Zan, Director and Habib Bushihri, Chair of Programs Committee of the CFA Society Bahrain.What are the three most significant initiatives undertaken by the CFA Society to support members during this time? Our existing programs were digitally transformed. We ran Zoom conferences, Instagram live sessions and collaborated with several e-learning platforms to allow continued learning, albeit virtually.Our members have access to some of the regions' most renowned speakers addressing trending topics in finance, investment and career advancement.Career mentorship is a big part of the Society's work. How is that being continued? Our flagship mentorship program ‘Qodwa' (Arabic for role model), which puts into practice the philosophy of “Paying it forward” leverages the strength of our local community by pairing experienced CFA Charter holders with aspiring CFA candidates.