His career highlights include 13 years with the International Cricket Council (ICC) as Chief Financial Officer, where he managed a financial portfolio of $3 billion and led the sale of the ICC’s commercial rights for two major cycles (2007-2015 and 2016-2023). He also served as Managing Director of Zimbabwe Cricket (ZC), where he contributed to the development and sustainability of cricket in the region.
Faisal has held senior positions in diverse industries, including Chief Executive of Dubai Golf, Chief Operating Officer of Dubai Event Management Company, and Financial Controller at Citigroup/Saudi American Bank in London. His early career included roles such as Manager at Ernst & Young in Riyadh and Assistant Vice-President of Corporate Finance at Chase Manhattan in Karachi.
Career Highlights:
● Chief Financial Officer at ICC, managing a $3 billion financial portfolio.
● Led commercial rights sales for ICC’s 2007-2015 and 2016-2023 cycles.
● Managing Director of Zimbabwe Cricket (ZC).
● Chief Executive of Dubai Golf and COO at Dubai Event Management Company.
● Financial Controller at Citigroup/Saudi American Bank.
● Manager at Ernst & Young, Riyadh.
● Assistant Vice-President at Chase Manhattan, Karachi.
Faisal’s career reflects his expertise in finance, strategic planning, and sports administration, leaving a lasting impact in both corporate and sports sectors.