Meira appoints new CEO: Middle East Investor Relations Association (Meira) tapped Reza Eftekhari (LinkedIn) as its new chief executive officer, effective as of this month, according to a post on LinkedIn. Eftekhari brings over 18 years of international experience in global investor relations and shareholder advisory, M&A, ESG, and corporate governance across EMEA and APAC. He previously served as director of M&A, activism, and governance advisory at S&P Global in London, and oversaw USD 250 bn in cross-border transactions.

This move follows former CEO Paolo Casamassima’s exit from the firm to join Dubai-based Arqaam Capital as executive director for investor relations and stakeholder engagement.

Western Union taps new regional VP: Western Union appointed Nicholas Levi (LinkedIn) as the firm’s regional vice president for the Middle East, Pakistan, and Afghanistan, according to a press release (pdf). This move comes as the company seeks to expand its retail and digital presence across the region, facilitating partnerships with top regional finance and fintech market leaders.

Levi brings over two decades of experience in the fintech, telco, and financial services

sectors, with a track record of leadership in digital finance. He previously served as CEO of du Pay and has held various senior roles at international firms including Inwi, Orange Money, and Orange France.

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