Profile
The National Bank of Kuwait (NBK) acquisition of Al Watany Bank of Egypt (AWB) in 2007 was a strategic alliance with exceptional capabilities and resources that provided the Bank with unique access to the region’s most vibrant segments in an increasingly competitive banking environment.
Since the acquisition the Bank has been dedicated to building a sustainable energetic future for clients and corporations operating in Egypt and the Middle East.
In addition to that, NBK Egypt managed to secure loans for thousands of big and small investors and institutional clients, a fact reflected in its increasing performing loan portfolio.
Based in Egypt, with a large branch network across the country, we understand entirely the challenging needs of individuals and aspiring businesses, and the change involved to remain one step ahead in today’s rapidly evolving markets.
NBK Egypt has been known as ‘The Bank You Know And Trust’. Thanks to the recognized excellence of its very stable management along with its unequivocal strategy, consistent profitability, high asset quality and strong capitalization, NBK Egypt, throughout the years, succeeded in building an advanced banking institution that offers a full spectrum of innovative and unrivalled financial and investment services and solutions to individuals, corporate and institutional clients.
Vision & Mission
Our Vision
The NBK vision is to be the trusted bank of choice, building on our core values, people and expertise.
Our Mission
To deliver world-class products and the highest quality service to our customers.
To attract, develop and retain the best banking talent in the region.
To support the communities in which we operate.
To adhere to our core values of passion, integrity, conservatism and knowledge.
In following our mission, we believe that we will be able to achieve consistently superior returns to our shareholders.
History
The National Bank of Kuwait (NBK) acquisition of Al Watany Bank of Egypt (AWB) in 2007 was a strategic alliance with exceptional capabilities and resources that provided the Bank with unique access to the region’s most vibrant segments in an increasingly competitive banking environment.
Since the acquisition the Bank has been dedicated to building a sustainable energetic future for clients and corporations operating in Egypt and the Middle East.
In addition to that, NBK Egypt managed to secure loans for thousands of big and small investors and institutional clients, a fact reflected in its increasing performing loan portfolio.
Based in Egypt, with a large branch network across the country, we understand entirely the challenging needs of individuals and aspiring businesses, and the change involved to remain one step ahead in today’s rapidly evolving markets.
NBK Egypt has been known as ‘The Bank You Know And Trust’. Thanks to the recognized excellence of its very stable management along with its unequivocal strategy, consistent profitability, high asset quality and strong capitalization, NBK Egypt, throughout the years, succeeded in building an advanced banking institution that offers a full spectrum of innovative and unrivalled financial and investment services and solutions to individuals, corporate and institutional clients.
Board Of Directors

Mr. Isam Jassem Al-Sager
Chairman
Mr. George Richani
Vice Chairman
Dr. Yasser Ismail Hassan
Managing Director
Mr. Diaa El Din Mohamed Abd Rabo
Independent Board Member
Mr. Walid Gamal El Din El Seyoufi
Board Member (Non - Executive)
Mr. Tarek Abu Bakr Murad
Board Member (Non - Executive)
Mr. Alaa ElDin Abd ElKader ElSeesi
Board Member (Executive)
Mr. Yasser Abd El-Koddous El-Tayeb
Board Member (Executive)Executive Management

Dr. Yasser Ismail Hassan
Managing Director
Mr. Yasser Abd El-Koddous El-Tayeb
Deputy Managing Director
Mr. Alaa ElDin Abd ElKader ElSeesi
Chief Risk Officer
Mr. Amr El Alfy
Head of Business Group
Mr. Nasser Moenis
Head of Human Resources
Mr. Tarek Abou ElNaga
Chief Operations Officer
Mr. Karim Kamal
Head of Global Relationship Management & IR
Mr. Mohamed El Kerdany
Head of Islamic Finance
Mr. Walid Nagy
Head of Retail
Mr. Amr El Shennawy
Head of Financial Administration
Mr. Mohamed Rashad
Head of Internal Audit and Inspection
Mr. Mohamed Madi
Legal Consultant
Ms. Marie Jose Chidiac
Compliance Officer
Mr. Walid El Nokrashy
Head of Information TechnologyInvestors Relations Contacts
Mr. Karim Kamal
Head of Global Relationship Management & IR
Ms. Marwa Shalaby
Deputy Manager of IR
Telephone: +202 261 49 374
Fax: +202 261 33 978
E-mail: IR@nbk.com.eg
Awards & Recognition
BANK LEVEL

Global Finance

2009 - 2016
World’s Top 50 Safest Banks for 11 consecutive times

2010 – 2013, 2015
Best Emerging Market Bank in the Middle East

2014
The Safest Commercial Bank in the Arab World 2014 and 23rd Globally

2016
Best Bank for Financial Risk Management Middle East

2013, 2015 - 2017
Best Foreign Exchange Provider in the Middle East

2011, 2012
Best Provider of Money Markets Fund in the Middle East

Euro Money

2007, 2008, 2010, 2011, 2013
Best Bank in the Middle East

2012 – 2013
Best Managed Company in the Middle East

2008
Outstanding Contribution to Middle East Banking

The Banker

2007, 2008, 2010, 2011
Bank of The Year - Middle East

2009
Best Customer Service and Project Finance in the Middle East

2007, 2009
Best Deal of the Year in the Middle East