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Notre équipe de direction se compose d'un comité de direction et d'un comité de gestion. Le comité de direction définit la stratégie d’AfrAsia, alors que le comité de gestion est, lui, chargé de la mettre en œuvre.
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THIERRY VALLETFounder Executive and Chief Executive OfficerMaster of Business Administration - International Finance
HEC School of Management, Paris
Date joined AfrAsia: 20-Aug-07Engineer by trade, Thierry Vallet transitioned into the realm of banking following his MBA in International Finance at HEC Paris. With a career of over 20 years’ experience in the banking and finance industry, Thierry’s expertise spans across strategic management and business development, embracing corporate & investment banking as well as private banking and wealth management. Thierry joined AfrAsia Bank as Founder Executive and Head of Strategic Development in 2007, playing a pivotal role in shaping the Bank from its inception. Leveraging on international roadshows, Thierry has actively promoted the Mauritius International Financial Centre to position the Island as one of repute and substance. Under his leadership, AfrAsia Bank has earned numerous accolades and honours, including the recent recognition as Bank of the Year 2023 – Mauritius awarded by Financial Times’ The Banker. Beyond his professional pursuits, Thierry’s passion for golf has led him to play a key role in launching the AfrAsia Bank Mauritius Open since its inaugural year in 2015, showcasing Mauritius Worldwide as a major golfing destination and vibrant international business hub.
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JENNIFER JEAN-LOUISChief Financial Officer and Executive DirectorFellow Member
Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales
Chartered Tax Advisor
Date joined AfrAsia: 30-Jul-07
A Chartered Accountant with 20 years plus of experience, having practised locally and internationally in auditing, taxation and advisory, Jennifer returned to Mauritius in 2007 and joined AfrAsia Bank at its very inception stage to build the foundation of the financial framework and structure of the Bank. Apart from the responsibilities of overseeing the accounting team and in charge of the financial affairs of the Bank, Jennifer has participated in numerous strategic initiatives, including capital raising, mergers and acquisitions (M&A) and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) transitions. -
NADEEM ABDUL CARRIMHead of Global BusinessMBA from Plymouth University, UK
Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Natal, Pietermaritzburg, South Africa
Date joined AfrAsia: 27-Sep-07Nadeem 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. -
LOTESWAR FANGOOGroup Head of Compliance and MLROA Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) and a Fellow Member of the International Compliance Association (FICA), Loteswar Fangoo (Anil) has secured more than 30 years of experience in the banking arena. Anil started his career in 1990 at SBI Mauritius and climbed the ladder to being the Assistant Manager heading its Legal and Compliance department prior to joining AfrAsia Bank in 2009 as Head of Compliance and MLRO.
Throughout his journey, Anil has acquired expertise in the legal, operations, recovery, compliance, financial crime and anti-money laundering fields, amongst others. His banking experience and vast expertise, coupled with his leadership skills, has pillared Anil’s success in establishing a robust enterprise-wide compliance framework for AfrAsia.
In his MLRO capacity, Anil assists the Bank’s Senior Management Team in continually developing and maintaining an effective anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing compliance culture across the group. Anil is also a member of the Mauritius Institute of Directors (MIOD) and an associate member of the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE).
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JEN RAMANAHHead of Treasury and MarketsJen’s banking career began at the Bank of Mauritius in 1980, where he eventually became a Senior Dealer in the Financial Markets Department.
Prior to joining AfrAsia Bank Limited in September 2007, he worked for the Mauritius Commercial Bank as the Chief Money Market Trader. Jen holds a BSc (Hons) Management and an MBA from the Edinburgh Business School. -
YOGENDRA SOOBARAHChief People and Culture OfficerChartered Member of the CIPD (UK)
Master in Human Resources Management from the University of Surrey, UK
Date joined AfrAsia: 16-Apr-25
With over 30 years of cross-industry experience, both in Mauritius and internationally, Yogen has developed well-rounded expertise in human resources, leadership, and talent management. Prior to this role, he has worked with multinational organisations such as Millicom, British American Tobacco, Orange, VivaCell Group, and ABSA Bank, earning a solid reputation for driving performance, innovation, employee engagement, and cultural transformation across diverse and complex environments.
Under Yogen’s guidance, AfrAsia Bank is driving a strategic focus on becoming an employer of choice, with initiatives that enhance the employee experience at every stage of the talent lifecycle. He is playing a central role in aligning the Bank’s people strategy with its broader transformation journey, while championing a culture anchored in inclusivity, agility, and high performance. Yogen also oversees AfrAsia Bank’s sustainability efforts, reinforcing the Bank’s commitment to creating meaningful impact for its people, clients, and the wider community.
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LAURA WONGChief Risk OfficerMaîtrise en Sciences Economiques
University of Paris 1 Pantheon-Sorbonne
Date joined AfrAsia: 15-Jul-24Bringing over 20 years of experience in audit, compliance, credit, and risk management, Laura joined AfrAsia Bank in July 2024. Her leadership has been instrumental in driving risk transformation initiatives, aligning the Bank’s frameworks with international best practices and evolving regulatory standards. Laura has been at the forefront of the restructuring and enhancing of the Credit and Risk functions, reinforcing governance, streamlining processes, and embedding a strong risk culture across the institution. Her strategic focus on proactive risk management has significantly enhanced operational efficiency and regulatory compliance. A graduate of the University of Paris 1 Panthéon-Sorbonne with a Maîtrise en Sciences Économiques, Laura brings a forward-thinking approach to risk leadership, playing a key role in supporting the Bank’s institutional resilience and sustainable growth.
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Management TeamKRISTY BALLAH Head of Internal Audit
SOODESH BEEGUN Head of Risk
ROOPENDRA SHARMA BUNGSHEE Head of Credit
ANDY CHAN Company Secretary
THIERRY CORET Head of Marketing
RAVEENA DOOLHUR Deputy Head of Compliance
DAVE DUSORUTH Head of Operations
JEAN JACQUES FUNG Head of Corporate Banking
ROSHAN GOOLAUP Head of Technology and Delivery
ATISH GUNGADUR Head of ICT Security
ALLAN JUSTE Head of Forex And Derivatives
MARYLINE LO Head of Personal and Business Banking
MAGEN MANIKUM Head of Finance
MARC-ALEXANDRE MASNIN Head of Investment Solutions
NEEVEN PARSOORAMEN Head of Legal
ALVIN PEERTHY Senior Manager Sustainability and CSR
SIDHAMBARAM (MERVYN) PILLAY Chief Representative Officer, South Africa
NAVIN RAMDOYAL Head of International Corporate (Africa) and Financial Institutions
MURRAY VAN ROSSOM Senior Manager - Strategy and Projects
NEAL ROY Deputy Head of Global Business and Head of Business Development
JEAN FRANCOIS ULCOQ Head of Fixed Income and Liquidity Management
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NADEEM ABDUL CARRIMHead of Global BusinessNadeem 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.
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JEAN JACQUES FUNGHead of Corporate BankingHolder of a Diplôme d'Etudes Supérieures Spécialisées in Banking & Finance from the ‘Institut Technique de Banque’, Jean-Jacques has more than 30 years of experience in the banking, leasing and insurance industries.
Jean-Jacques joined AfrAsia Bank in 2012 and held various leadership roles, contributing actively to the growth of the Bank mainly in the sales divisions as Deputy Head of Domestic Banking Relationships & Sales and Head of Business Banking, before being promoted as Head of Corporate Banking. -
MARYLINE LOHead of Personal & Business BankingMaryline is a seasoned professional with 30 years of experience in the financial sector and had assumed key roles at HSBC and Cim Finance Ltd. She joined AfrAsia Bank Limited in 2012 and was promoted as Head of Business Banking in 2018. She took over the Personal Banking segment under her wings in 2021.
She has an extensive experience in the domestic market ranging from traditional debt, structured financing and tailor made financing solutions both to mid corporates and individuals. Maryline is also the Head of our Branches which play an important role in our day to day service deliverables.
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MARC-ALEXANDRE MASNINHead of Investment SolutionsMarc-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. -
SIDHAMBARAM (MERVYN) PILLAYChief Representative Officer, South AfricaWith over 25 years of experience in banking and financial services, Mervyn has held leadership roles in Business, Corporate, and Private Banking. He has a strong track record in driving client growth, fostering innovation, and delivering tailored financial solutions. As Chief Representative Offer, he oversees the South African representative office, reinforcing the Bank’s presence in the region and expanding market opportunities across Africa.
Mervyn holds a Bachelor of Commerce and a Master’s in Business Leadership.
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JEN RAMANAHHead of Treasury and MarketsJen’s banking career began at the Bank of Mauritius in 1980, where he eventually became a Senior Dealer in the Financial Markets Department.
Prior to joining AfrAsia Bank Limited in September 2007, he worked for the Mauritius Commercial Bank as the Chief Money Market Trader. Jen holds a BSc (Hons) Management and an MBA from the Edinburgh Business School. -
NAVIN RAMDOYAL, CFAHead of International Corporates (Africa) and Financial InstitutionsNavin Ramdoyal is a CFA Charterholder. He holds an MSc Financial Analysis and Fund Management with Distinction with the University of Exeter as well as a First Class Bachelor Degree in Finance from the University of Mauritius.
Seasoned banker with over 15 years of international banking experience ranging from traditional debt solutions to the more complex structured financing solutions to accompany clients in their financing requirements. He brings an extensive knowledge and experience in international corporate banking across Africa and dealing with financial institutions. He joined the bank in 2010 and previously worked for Thomson Reuters and Barclays Bank (Mauritius) Ltd. He is responsible to drive the corporate business across Africa and diversifying financial institutions networks for the bank
