ADSS Picks Mark Hudson as Group Chief Human Resources Officer

ADSS, a prominent financial services provider, announced today that it has appointed Mark Hudson, an industry veteran with approximately 30 years of experience in human resources management, as the Group's Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO).

In an official announcement on Tuesday, ADSS noted that the appointment of Hudson will facilitate the company’s growth strategy. In the past few years, ADSS has expanded its presence significantly amid the growing demand for innovative financial trading products across the world.

Hudson has deep expertise in HR operations. He previously worked with some of the leading financial services providers. He spent more than three years at First Abu Dhabi Bank. During his time with the company, he served in the position of Senior Vice President & Head of HR for the bank’s Investment Banking, Corporate & Commercial Banking and international divisions.

“I am very excited to be joining ADSS at a crucial junction for the firm as its transformational growth strategy is rolled out. Attracting and retaining the right talent will be an essential part of the company’s aim to increase its client base and international reach. I look forward to leveraging my experience in financial services in the UAE and internationally to ensure that enhancing our human capital helps us to provide our clients with best-in-class products and services,” Hudson commented.

Growth Strategy

Mahmood Al Mahmood, the Executive Chairman and Chief Executive Officer at ADSS, believes that Hudson’s experience will play a critical role in the company’s growth trajectory.

“Mark’s expertise in all aspects of human resources and his strong track record with international investment banks make him uniquely positioned to support our ambitious strategy to become one of the world’s leading securities brokerages. Our people are our most important asset and ensuring that we have the right people for the right roles will be critical for our growth trajectory. I very much look forward to working closely with Mark to enhance the reputation of ADSS as one of the most attractive places to work in the financial services industry,” Mahmood added.