Leadership
CFA Society Doha is run by a volunteer board of directors. The board has five to nine directors. Members elect directors for two-year terms that start on 1 January, and elections are staggered so that about half the seats are elected each year. Members elect the President directly, and a President can serve no more than two consecutive terms. An Advisory Board of senior business and government leaders guides the board on strategy. Board members and committee chairs give their time to serve the investment community in Qatar.
Board of directors
Board of directors, 2026–2027
Umair Siddique, CFA
President
Asmma Al Maadid, CFA
Director
Abdulla Al-Sulaiti, CFA
Director
Shoaib Farooq, CFA
Director
Ahmed Al-Janash, CFA
Director
Fernando Thomas, CFA
Director
Mohammad Malek Al Jamal, CFA
Director
Dr. Sampath Sarukkali, CFA
Director
Mohamed Fahim, CFA
Director
Board roles and committees
Board directors share the society’s work through these roles. Each role can lead a committee, and members are welcome to join one.
| Role | What it covers |
|---|---|
| Vice President | Supports the President, acts for the President when needed, and reviews proposed changes to the bylaws. |
| Secretary | Keeps the minutes and records of board and member meetings. |
| Treasurer | Manages the society’s finances: bank accounts, budget, financial records, and annual financial statements. |
| Program Chair | Plans member events: speakers, socials, and special events such as the Charter Award Ceremony. |
| Membership Chair | Promotes membership, helps applicants through the process, and answers membership questions. |
| Candidate Preparation Chair | Leads work with CFA Program candidates and universities, including scholarships, campus talks, and the Research Challenge. |
| Career Services Chair | Builds career resources and networking channels for members. |
| Advocacy Chair | Leads local outreach on ethics, standards, and policy, in line with CFA Institute advocacy. |
| Public Awareness Chair | Raises the profile of the society and the CFA designation through media, branding, and communications. |
| Technology Chair | Looks after the technology the society uses, including the website and member communication tools. |
Society administration
Joyce Weatherdon, Strategy & Operations Manager (part-time staff).
General questions: contact the society.