The Banking Executive Issue - October 2025 Issue

The Architect of Financial Integrity complex U.S. compliance concepts for an Arab and U.S. audience. He also played a role in assisting the es- tablishment of the MENA Financial Crime Compliance Group (MENAFCCG) under UAB. He was consistently present as a speaker and contributor at the MENA Private Sec- tor Dialogue events in NY. Jebeyli serves on the Board of Audi Capital in Saudi Arabia (chairing its audit committee) and served on the Board of Odea Bank in Turkey (Chairing its ESG committee). These directorships not only reflect trust in his governance expertise but also broadened his understanding of var- ied regulatory landscapes. Business- savvy and skilled at striking the right balance between commercial priori- ties and compliance, he firmly be- lieves in building durable, long-term revenues. He is a member of the Beirut Bar As- sociation, the New York State Bar, and the International Bar Associa- tions, as well as a Chartered Arbitra- tor affiliated with London-based institutions — further testament to his global standing. For Jebeyli, the lesson is simple: a bank in Beirut and in the Arab world, must meet the same compli- ance standards as one in London or New York if it aspires to global rele- vance. His career embodies that phi- losophy — blending local insight with international rigor to position Arab banks confidently on the global stage. CHARACTER AND VALUES Those who know Jebeyli say his pro- fessional stature contrasts with his personal humility. Despite his exten- sive résumé, he is described as mod- est, approachable, and deeply prin- cipled. In meetings, he listens more than he speaks, asking clarifying questions rather than asserting dom- inance. Even while managing large compliance divisions, he maintained an open-door policy and mentored young officers with genuine care and respect. His rapport with Lebanese and Arab compliance officers and lawyers is often highlighted; he treated them as partners and col- leagues rather than subordinates, fos- tering a strong team culture built on trust, collaboration, and shared re- sponsibility for the integrity of the sector. His integrity forms the foundation of his reputation. In a field defined by ethics, he has led by example — in- sisting that adherence to law is not a constraint but a safeguard. During Lebanon’s most turbulent compli- ance challenges, he reminded peers: “Follow the law and the rules of ethics— that’s how banks could sur- the BANKING EXECUTIVE 18 ISSUE 202 OCTOBER 2025 Leadership in compliance is not about titles — it’s about building trust, competence, commitment, and continuity that outlast any single deal and secures durable revenues