With over 35 years of experience in financial services, Ade Ayeyemi has had a distinguished career spanning leadership roles in multinational organizations, including Ecobank Transnational Incorporated (ETI) and Citigroup. As Group CEO of ETI from 2015 to 2023, he led the strategic management of a diversified financial services group operating in 39 countries across Africa, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. Under his leadership, the group achieved remarkable profitability milestones,including a return on equity exceeding 20% in 2022. He also spearheaded initiatives to strengthen governance processes, ensure compliance, and foster partnerships with key stakeholders, including regulators and international stock exchanges.

Before joining ETI, Ade spent over two decades at Citigroup, where he held various senior leadership roles, such as CEO for Sub-Saharan Africa and Managing Director for Global Transaction Services. His expertise in financial product innovation, risk management, and technology-driven solutions has positioned him as a thought leader in transforming financial operations across emerging markets. His educational achievements include an MSc in Financial Management from the University of London and an Advanced Management Program (AMP) from Harvard Business School. He is also a Chartered Accountant (ACA).