Corporate Governance

Nadeem has been an integral part of the offshore banking industry since 2001. His unwavering commitment and proactive approach to staying updated with pertinent market trends and competitor insights have proven instrumental in bridging gaps between demand and supply within the industry.

Nadeem embarked on a transformative journey with AfrAsia Bank in 2007, initially focusing on nurturing privileged client relationships. Since joining the Bank, he has been pivotal in cultivating remarkable customer loyalty in the global business segment and establishing a strong brand identity. His efforts have undoubtedly solidified AfrAsia Bank's reputation in the market.

Nadeem holds an MBA from Plymouth University, UK and a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Natal, Pietermaritzburg, South Africa.

Valerie Lincoln embodies a client-first approach that reflects AfrAsia's "Bank Different" philosophy.

She began her career in luxury real estate, holding roles within leading conglomerates such as Medine Limited and CIEL Properties, where she advised international clients on high-end property and lifestyle investments. As client needs evolved towards wealth structuring and investment planning, her expertise naturally transitioned into private banking.

As Head of Private Banking - International, she leads the strategic growth of the business, with a focused mandate on international client development and deepening the Bank's presence across key wealth markets in Europe, Africa and beyond. Over the past nine years within the Bank’s Private Banking, she has built trusted relationships with international clients investing in or relocating to Mauritius, combining deep client understanding and strong commercial discipline.

Valerie holds a Professional Level 6 Diploma in Marketing from the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM), UK, and a Level 3 Certificate in Wealth Management from the Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment (CISI).

Marc-Alexandre Masnin is a highly experienced professional with over 20 years of expertise in investment banking, asset and wealth management, trading, and product structuring.

Prior to joining AfrAsia Bank in 2020, Marc-Alexandre held significant positions within renowned French banks, including Société Générale, as well as other leading international asset management businesses. During this time, he successfully managed various projects ranging from market and credit risk assessments to product structuring for institutional and private investors.

Marc-Alexandre has played a pivotal leadership role in asset allocation and investment strategy for several prominent wealth management companies. Currently, he is responsible for overseeing securities services, wealth management and advisory, as well as the external asset manager desk.

Marc-Alexandre holds an MSc in International Finance from the Edinburgh Business School and a Master's in Management from the highly regarded NEOMA Business School in France.

Anju Seebaluck is an experienced professional with 19 years of experience in banking, backed by a strong track record in developing and expanding international loan portfolios. Early in her career at AfrAsia Bank, she was instrumental in driving the international loan segment, applying her wide-ranging knowledge and expertise in corporate lending, trade finance, retail banking, recovery, and accounting.

With a solid background in building a profitable and well-structured loan book, Anju has excelled at originating diverse credit facilities and conducting in-depth credit assessments. Her efforts have been fundamental in strengthening the Bank’s presence in offshore markets, particularly across the Asian region. Anju has successfully developed and executed strategic sales plans to achieve revenue and growth targets. She proactively identifies client needs and recommends tailored lending solutions, demonstrating her commitment to client success. She also possesses deep knowledge of lending practices and policies, credit analysis, loan structuring, documentation standards, collateral requirements, and relevant regulatory frameworks.

Anju holds a BSc (Hons) in Finance with Law from the University of Mauritius.