Board of Directors

His Excellency Mohammed Al Mana has extensive experience in security and defense in the public sector occupying various security and enforcement roles with the Qatari Police and the Ministry of Internal Affairs. Mr. Al Mana is President of the Qatar weight-lifting and of the Afro-Asian weightlifting committee in Qatar and the Asian weightlifting Federation Qatar and the Arab weightlifting Federation Qatar and the Qatar Fencing Federation, and the first vice president of the Qatar Olympic Committee. He is also an elected member of Al Shura Council and Chairman of the financial and economic committee – Qatar Parliament within the Al Shura Council. Mr. Al Mana holds Bachelor’s Degree in Internal Security and in legal law and enforcement and Shari’a Law.

Mohammed Ismail Al Emadi serves as the Group CEO of Lesha Bank. He brings over eighteen years of extensive and diverse experience in the banking sector. Renowned in his field, Mohammed has honed his expertise across several banking areas, including corporate, retail, private, international, and investment banking.

Beyond his pivotal role as Group CEO, Mohammed also serves as Chairman of Oryx Corniche Developments QPJSC and Lesha Aviation Capital in Dublin, and as a Board Advisor at Qatar Academy Msheireb. He is the only Qatari CEO to be recognized by Forbes Middle East among the Top Asset Managers for two consecutive years.

Prior to joining Lesha Bank, Mohammed played a pivotal role as the Group Chief Business Officer at Al Rayan Bank, where his exceptional leadership and invaluable contributions were instrumental. Mohammed’s deep understanding of the banking landscape allows him to effectively orchestrate a wide array of customer-centric products and services, driving business growth and making substantial contributions to the expansion of the national economy.

Throughout his distinguished career, Mohammed has consistently showcased his unwavering commitment, exceptional leadership acumen, and an insightful understanding of the banking industry. His accomplishments and contributions have earned him a prestigious reputation as a highly respected and influential figure in the financial sector.

In addition to his professional accomplishments, Mohammed boasts a strong educational background. He earned his bachelor’s degree in Business Management and Finance from George Washington University in Washington DC, further solidifying his financial acumen and strategic approach to business leadership.

Glenn Johnstone is Lesha Bank’s Chief Investment Officer, with over 20 years of expertise in investment banking and investment management. Glenn oversees the private equity, real estate investment, public equities and wealth management businesses for Lesha Bank.

He commenced his career at Goldman Sachs in the Investment Banking Division in Sydney, after which he transferred to London with the ultimate role of Executive Director in UK Investment Banking. Additionally, he occupied senior investment roles at both Qatar Foundation Endowment and Qatar Investment Authority (QIA).

Glenn holds a Bachelor of Commerce with Honours from the University of Melbourne.

Muhammad is the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of Lesha Bank, overseeing the Bank’s financial operations and strategies. His career in finance, spanning over 26 years, is backed by a rich professional journey across various prestigious financial institutions.

His career kick-started at Grays Leasing Limited in Pakistan, where he showed promising growth. This led to a fast-paced progression through the ranks at Bank AlFalah Limited, building a strong foundation for his financial expertise. His noteworthy 15-year tenure at Masraf Al Rayan in Qatar saw him thriving in several roles, ultimately leading to his position as the Chief Financial Officer. Before joining Lesha Bank, Muhammad made significant contributions as the Director of Investment at the Family Office.

As a Harvard Alumni, Muhammad completed the General Management Program at Harvard Business School, USA. Muhammad also holds an MBA in Banking & Finance from Pakistan, along with certifications such as the DipIFR from ACCA and Islamic Finance Qualification (IFQ).

• CEO and Sole Owner of Rafic Kreidie Construction Company, Jeddah, KSA
• Spearheaded the transformation of the company from a classified 3 General Contractor to a classified 1 General Contractor and Achieved a significant increase in company turnover from SAR 50 million to SAR 300 million within 15 years.
• Bachelor’s in Business Administration (Finance) from American University, Washington, D.C. USA
• Masters’s in Engineering Management, Catholic University, Washington, D.C. USA