M2 Announces Key Leadership Transition

M2 Announces Leadership Transition: Welcoming Saadeddine Zaher as New CEO

After successfully transforming M2 from a concept to a fully operational and regulated exchange, Stefan Kimmel will be transitioning from his role as CEO. Stefan will remain an integral part of the M2 family as he joins the Board of Directors and takes on a new role within the broader Group, where he will focus on the development of digital asset projects. These projects reflect our  Group’s commitment to innovation in the digital asset space and Stefan’s deep expertise will be pivotal to this future direction.

In a statement, Stefan Kimmel said:
"Building M2 from the ground up has been an incredible journey, and I’m immensely proud of what we’ve accomplished together. As I transition to my new role, I remain committed to supporting M2 in this exciting phase of its evolution. I look forward to contributing to our future projects and continuing to serve our stakeholders in this dynamic industry."

M2 is thrilled to announce the appointment of Saadeddine Zaher as the new CEO of M2. With over 25 years of experience in the financial sector, Saadeddine brings a wealth of expertise and a proven track record of achieving results that elevate financial institutions. His leadership and vision will be instrumental in guiding M2’s continued growth and positioning the company for long-term success.

Saadeddine Zaher added:
"It is an honor to join M2 at such a pivotal time in its journey. The foundation laid by Stefan and the team is incredibly strong, and I look forward to building upon it to ensure we continue to deliver innovative solutions and value to our clients and stakeholders. M2 is uniquely positioned to lead in the digital asset space, and I’m excited to lead the company into this next chapter."

M2 would like to thank Stefan for his dedication and leadership. His continued involvement as part of the Board of Directors ensures that M2 will benefit from his guidance and insight as we navigate the opportunities ahead. We are confident that with Saadeddine at the helm, the transition will be seamless, allowing us to continue to focus on delivering for our clients and stakeholders across the UAE and beyond.