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MEMBER SPOTLIGHTS
Mohamed
Abouzied , CAMS , CFE , CGSS , CAFCA — Dubai , UAE

Meet Mohamed Abouzied , an accomplished anti-money laundering / counter-terrorist financing ( AML / CTF ) compliance expert with an extensive track record spanning over 15 years in the field with multinational corporations . His profound expertise and unwavering commitment make him an invaluable asset in the fight against financial crimes , cementing his position as a trailblazer in the AML / CTF compliance arena .

With a plethora of designations , including Certified Anti- Money Laundering Specialist ( CAMS ), Certified Fraud Examiner ( CFE ), Certified Global Sanctions Specialist ( CGSS ), Certified Six Sigma Black Belt ( CSBB ), Certified AML FinTech Compliance Associate ( CAFCA ) and a Certificate in Combating Financial Crime ( CISI ), Abouzied is a recognized expert in the realm of AML / CTF . His dedication and expertise have been acknowledged through numerous prestigious awards . Notably , he received the Continuous Improvement Award from the Management and Strategy Institute-USA , Above and Beyond Awards from MoneyGram International and AFC Professional of the Month from ACAMS Today , among others .
Abouzied holds a Master of Law in business law and a Master of Business Administration in international business . This academic background complements his hands-on experience in investigating intricate money laundering , terrorist financing and fraud cases .
Over the years , Abouzied has earned the trust of both internal and external stakeholders , which includes regulatory bodies and law enforcement units . His ability to manage multidisciplinary tasks and projects and adeptly navigate complex challenges has earned him a reputation for innovation , optimization and growth .
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