November’s ACAMS AML Professional of the Month was awarded to Imad Habre. Habre was recognized for his dedication and passion to the anti-money laundering (AML) profession. Habre is currently the group head of the internal control unit at IBL Bank where he supports and controls the implementation of AML and counter-terrorist financing (CTF) procedures, coordinates with the AML and legal compliance units regarding all compliance issues, and drafts analysis and opinions on compliance risks.

In addition, Habre has over 10 years of experience in risk management, AML, compliance, sanctions and CTF. He is a certified anti-money laundering specialist and has a bachelor’s degree in economics, banking and financing and a master’s degree in finance.