Trade finance firm Zvilo has named Admir Imami as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Imami, who has been with the company since its inception as its founder and chairman in 2019, is now stepping into the role of full-time CEO. His appointment marks a significant milestone for the company as it aims to enhance and expand its global trade finance operations. In his new position, Imami is expected to lead Zvilo’s growth strategy, focusing on strengthening the firm’s position in the trade finance sector across multiple regions.
Based in the United Kingdom, Zvilo has become a key player in providing working capital to businesses in over 35 countries spanning Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. The company initially focused on financing efforts within the Balkans but has successfully expanded its reach beyond the region in recent years. Zvilo’s growth strategy was significantly supported in 2022, when the company secured a €50 million debt facility from Fasanara Capital, which enabled it to broaden its operations and enhance its service offerings to a wider range of clients across various markets.
Imami brings to his new role a wealth of experience in trade finance, with a particular focus on Africa and South Asia. Prior to his work at Zvilo, Imami served as an investment director at British International Investment, where he was responsible for leading the firm’s trade and supply chain finance division. His expertise in these regions and areas of finance has been honed through years of strategic leadership and market insights.
Beyond his work at Zvilo and British International Investment, Imami is also the co-founder of Advance Global Capital (AGC), an impact investment management company. He served as CEO of AGC until 2015, where he played an instrumental role in developing the company’s investment strategies and impact-driven initiatives. His extensive background in trade finance, investment management, and business expansion positions him well to guide Zvilo through its next phase of growth and to further establish its footprint in global markets.
In a statement, Zvilo emphasized that under Imami’s leadership, the company is poised to continue its mission of providing innovative financial solutions to underserved businesses across emerging and developed markets. With a focus on leveraging its trade finance capabilities, Zvilo aims to support small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in accessing much-needed working capital, ultimately driving business growth and fostering economic development in key regions.
Imami’s appointment as CEO reflects his vision for Zvilo’s future, as the firm seeks to solidify its position as a leader in the global trade finance market, expanding its services and partnerships to support the growth of businesses worldwide.
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