Honoring the Legacy of Mr. Maher Zouari as He Concludes His Tenure
As Mr. Maher Zouari prepares to conclude his distinguished tenure, we take this moment to celebrate a career that has profoundly shaped Tunisia’s financial sector and strengthened the wider AMEDA community.
With more than 30 years of dedicated service, Mr. Zouari has been a driving force in advancing financial market infrastructure, regulation, and innovation. His leadership has been marked by vision, resilience, and a deep commitment to progress.
A Career of Service and Impact
Mr. Zouari began his career at the Ministry of Finance in Tunisia, where he dedicated nearly two decades to developing legislation, supervising financial institutions, and guiding major reforms in banking, capital markets, and venture capital. His contributions during this period laid the groundwork for stronger, more resilient financial markets in Tunisia.
In 2009, he became Chief Executive Officer of Tunisie Clearing, where his leadership transformed the institution into a modern, globally recognized central securities depository. Under his guidance, Tunisie Clearing achieved operational excellence, embraced technological innovation, diversified its services, and established a robust risk management framework.
Leadership Beyond Borders
Beyond Tunisia, Mr. Zouari’s influence has reached regional and international platforms. He secured Tunisie Clearing’s membership in leading financial associations, advanced cross-border cooperation, and positioned the institution as a benchmark for efficiency and innovation. His efforts also extended to supporting African markets through advisory and technological initiatives.
A Legacy of Dedication
Throughout his career, Mr. Zouari has been more than a leader, he has been a mentor, a reformer, and a visionary. His legacy will endure through the institutions he strengthened, the reforms he championed, and the countless professionals he inspired.
As he leaves office, we extend our deepest gratitude for his tireless service and invaluable contributions. You have continued to add great value to the AMEDA organization, assisting members, and generously sharing knowledge and expertise, contributions that are sincerely acknowledged and deeply appreciated. The AMEDA community, along with Tunisia’s financial sector, will continue to benefit from the foundations he built and the standards of excellence he set.
We wish Mr. Maher Zouari every success in the next chapter of his journey.
