Zaker Hussain Director of Finance
areas of expertise
- Corporate Financial Management
- Regulatory Compliance & Financial Reporting
- Credit Risk & Portfolio Analysis
- Loan Structuring & Product Innovation
- Cost Control & Operational Efficiency
education
- MBA, Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus University
- BS, engineering, Technical University of Denmark
- MBA, Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus University
Zaker Hussain serves as the Director of Finance at Abudhabigroup-ae.net, where he leads the financial strategy, budgeting, and fiscal oversight of the organization’s global lending operations. With over 15 years of experience in financial management and corporate accounting, Zaker brings a disciplined, data-driven approach to ensuring financial integrity and sustainable growth.
In addition to his executive role, Zaker frequently contributes to industry panels on financial inclusion, SME financing, and ethical credit practices, making him a respected voice in modern finance.
Since joining the company in 2015, Zaker has been instrumental in designing risk-mitigated loan models, implementing robust financial controls, and ensuring full regulatory compliance across all operating regions. His expertise has helped Abudhabigroup-ae.net maintain an impressive loan repayment rate while expanding its credit offerings to underserved markets.
publications
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Bootstrapping vs. Startup Loans: Which Is Right for Your Business Idea?
When starting a business, one of the first financial decisions you’ll need to make is how to fund it. Should you bootstrap your way to growth—using personal savings and internal revenue? Or should you apply for a Startup Capital Loan to accelerate progress and scale faster? This decision can determine how fast your business grows,
June 8, 2025 -
5 Mistakes Entrepreneurs Make When Estimating Startup Capital—And How to Avoid Them
Starting a business is exciting. But enthusiasm alone doesn’t pay the bills. One of the biggest reasons startups fail isn’t a lack of passion—it’s poor financial planning. Many founders severely underestimate how much capital is truly required to launch and sustain a new venture. Others overestimate, taking on unnecessary debt and burdening their business before
June 8, 2025 -
How Much Startup Capital Do You Really Need? A Sector-by-Sector Breakdown
One of the most common challenges new entrepreneurs face is accurately estimating the capital needed to launch a business. Whether you’re setting up a tech company in Dubai or opening a retail outlet in Abu Dhabi, knowing how much to budget is critical to avoid underfunding—or borrowing more than necessary. This article provides a detailed,
June 8, 2025
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