Mashreq has announced the appointment of Alsalt Mohammed Al Kharusi as the Country Head of Oman. In his new role, Al Kharusi will be responsible for leading Mashreq Bank's strategy and operations in Oman, optimising the bank's performance, and ensuring compliance with local and international standards. Bringing more than two decades of extensive experience in corporate and institutional banking to Mashreq, Al Kharusi will focus on enhancing client experiences, driving digital transformation, and fostering a culture of excellence and innovation.

Al Kharusi's career is marked by significant achievements and transformative leadership, including his distinguished tenure at Oman Arab Bank where he served as the General Manager Head of Corporate and Institutional Banking. Previously, Al Kharusi also served as Deputy General Manager and Head of Corporate Banking at HSBC Bank Oman. His experience in bringing future-focused stewardship, combined with his strategic vision, innovative approach, and commitment to excellence in customer service and risk management, positions him well to lead Mashreq's growth in Oman.

Al Kharusi holds an MBA from Strathclyde University, United Kingdom, and a BSc in Business Administration Management and Information Systems from Oxford Brookes University. His professional journey is marked by continuous learning and development, including advanced training in project management, leadership, and negotiation.