SUGAR LAND, TX, July 02, 2025 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Asif Akram has been included in Marquis Who's Who. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.

Mr. Akram has established himself as a distinguished consultant in market risk at Barclays Bank, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he is deeply involved in the Fundamental Review of the Trading Book Project, a niche initiative focused on implementing new regulations across North America. His responsibilities include ensuring that all products comply with these regulations, reviewing each product for compliance over a three-year period and setting up new processes, calculations and methodologies to meet compliance requirements.

Prior to his current position, Mr. Akram served as a business analyst at the Bank of Nova Scotia for one year. His tenure there was marked by his ability to analyze complex financial data and provide insights that informed strategic decisions. Before joining the Bank of Nova Scotia, he held similar roles at Manulife and Wells Fargo, where he honed his skills in finance, accounting and risk management. Mr. Akram's career began at Citibank, where he gained foundational experience that would later inform his approach to banking and finance.

Mr. Akram's academic background has been instrumental in his professional achievements. He earned a Master of Business Administration in accounting and finance from Victoria University of Wellington in New Zealand. This education provided him with a robust understanding of financial principles and practices, which he applies in his work today. Additionally, Mr. Akram holds certifications as an associate chartered accountant in New Zealand and Australia, as well as a certification as a certified investment banker.

Throughout his career, Mr. Akram has aimed to make a positive impact by enhancing the efficiency of banks and adding social value. He believes data should be easy to understand, enabling anyone to make informed decisions effortlessly. Focused on adding social value to every task, Mr. Akram's goal is to create clear, intuitive outputs that help people enhance their comfort and health in life. Mr. Akram supports and is passionate about the use of cryptocurrency for wealth generation especially for those who didn't have fair chance within the current financial system.

Reflecting on his career, Mr. Akram attributes much of his success to his open-mindedness and commitment to continuous improvement. He acknowledges that many individuals become stagnant in their careers, fixated on titles rather than growth. His own journey included serving as chief financial officer at a bank in 2007 and 2008, but he realized that personal development was more fulfilling than holding prestigious titles.

Looking ahead, Mr. Akram is focused on developing cryptocurrencies that convert illiquid assets into accessible wealth, with the aim of empowering underserved communities. He also advocates for greater transparency in financial product pricing to rebuild trust and eliminate manipulation. With global experience and a commitment to continuous growth, Mr. Akram leverages his expertise to drive initiatives that promote fairness and have a meaningful impact within the financial sector.

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