ADIB appoints Fernando Plaza as new Chief Digital Officer

ADIB appoints Fernando Plaza as new Chief Digital Officer

Abu Dhabi: Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank (ADIB), a leading financial institution, has appointed Fernando Plaza Lopez as its new Chief Digital Officer. Fernando will be responsible for driving bank-wide digital strategy, including innovation, digital products, development, omnichannel and Agile initiatives.

With over two decades of experience in the digital and payment industry, Fernando is an accomplished industry expert with a proven track record of driving growth in high-growth, fast-paced businesses. Throughout his career, Fernando has navigated the digital and payment industry at all levels, from startups to large corporations. He has held senior leadership roles at reputable organizations such as Lloyds Banking Group, Vodafone Group, Emirates Group, Al Rajhi Bank, and Arab National Bank.

"As we continue to prioritise digital transformation and innovation at ADIB, we are delighted to welcome Fernando Plaza to our leadership team," said Nasser Al Awadhi, Group Chief Executive Officer, ADIB. “With his wealth of experience and impressive track record in driving digital innovation and payments growth in the banking industry, we are confident that Fernando will further enhance ADIB’s digital capabilities and continue to lead the way as an innovative bank.”

Commenting on his appointment, Fernando Plaza Lopez, Chief Digital Officer, ADIB, said: "I am honored to join