Sheraton Abu Dhabi Hotel & Resort, Abu Dhabi - UAE
9th & 10th April 2025

Christoph Koster

Christoph Koster

Christoph Koster

Chief Executive Officer

ruya

Chris has been building financial services and investment platforms for banks, governments and tech companies. He is currently serving as the CEO of ruya, the UAE’s digital-first Islamic community bank. With a focus on ethical Islamic banking practices, exemplary customer service and community engagement, together with his team at ruya he champions a fairer and more sustainable world. Prior to ruya, Chris held executive roles at G42 and Abu Dhabi Investment Office. He led award-winning strategy and customer experience teams in Emirates NBD’s Private Banking, Asset Management and Retail Banking verticals. He started his career in restructuring and turnaround consulting, corporate development and M&A.