In this podcast, Angel Oak’s Adam Beeler and SS&C EVOLV’s Theresa Meawad discuss how insurers are tackling the challenges of CECL accounting amid a volatile credit environment. They highlight strategies for building scalable, auditable credit loss models and meeting evolving regulatory demands.

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Interviewer: Enrique Gonzalez, Head of SS&C GlobeOp, Australia and New Zealand

Interviewee: Bhagesh Malde, Global Head of SS&C GlobeOp

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Why is Australia a strategic piece for SS&C’s business expansion?

In the first episode of 2025 on the Middle East Series, we welcome Dr. Ryan Lemand, Co-Founder and CEO of Neovision Wealth Management. With extensive experience in investment management and regulation, Dr. Lemand shares valuable insights on the latest trends in fund structures, and the impact of GCC funds passporting. We also discuss the evolving regulatory landscape and what the future holds for investment management in the UAE. Tune in for expert perspectives on navigating the Middle East’s financial ecosystem.

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Join Denis Stolyarov in an engaging discussion with Bhagesh Malde, Global Head of SS&C GlobeOp, Fund Services, as they delve into how cutting-edge technology is reshaping fund services and enabling Middle East fund managers to thrive. With Abu Dhabi Finance Week (ADFW) on the horizon, hear insights on SS&C’s AI and RPA capabilities, ahead of panel session with SS&C’s CEO Bill Stone at ADFW, highlighting the future of financial innovation.

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In this episode, Denis Stolyarov sits down with the founder of 10 Leaves Rohit Ghai, a leading consultancy for investment funds. Together, they explore the current trends in the UAE’s fund setup landscape and how technology is reshaping the operation of investment funds. Tune in for expert insights and emerging opportunities in the evolving investment fund sector.

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In this episode, the discussion revolves around the investment flows between the US and the Middle East, highlighting asset classes and emerging trends shaping these cross-border investments. The episode also explores the growing financial services partnerships between these regions, delving into the regulatory framework in the UAE and how US firms approach it.

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In the fifth episode we sit down with Obediah Ayton, Director of Dhabi Hold Co and Chairman of ADFO Summits, a notable UAE Family Office event. Obediah sheds light on Family Offices in the Middle East, explaining how they differ from traditional family-holding groups and how they influence the regional economy. He also emphasizes the significance of technology in driving innovation within the industry. Tune in to gain insights into the distinct features of Family Offices and their role in shaping the Middle Eastern business landscape.

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Join us for the latest episode of our Middle East Series as we delve into a conversation with Bharath Shivappa, Executive Vice President of Market Development at Abu Dhabi's International Financial Centre, ADGM. Bharath reveals the secrets behind ADGM's meteoric rise to becoming the fastest-growing international financial centre in the region for two consecutive years. Positioning Abu Dhabi as a global financial powerhouse, ADGM is attracting prominent asset management companies. Discover why Abu Dhabi is acclaimed as the "capital of capital" and gain insights into ADGM's future growth plans straight from Bharath himself.

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Members of Angel Oak’s Institutional Client Group sat down with technology solutions provider SS&C Technologies to discuss the ongoing demand from insurance companies that want to add residential loans to their investment portfolios.

In our latest episode of the Middle East Podcast Series, we sit down with Oscar Orellana-Hyder, Co-Founder at Cordell Partners, to uncover the ins and outs of talent recruitment in the Middle East. From discussing the unique challenges and exciting opportunities of hiring locally to exploring the thriving financial markets in the UAE and KSA regions, we offer a glimpse into salary comparisons with global hubs like New York and London. Join us as we decode the future trends of the Middle Eastern job market and the growing trend of professionals moving to the region for career advancement.

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