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Chedid Insurance Brokers appoints Jad Kanbar as Regional CEO

20th May 2026 - Author: Kassandra Jimenez-Sanchez -

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Chedid Insurance Brokers Network, a fully integrated brokerage network and part of Chedid Capital Group, has announced the appointment of Jad Kanbar as Regional Chief Executive Officer (CEO).

With over two decades of insurance and reinsurance industry expertise, Kanbar brings a strong track record in business development, operational leadership, and market expansion across the MEA region to his new position.

He most recently served as Executive Director at Chedid Insurance Brokers Network, and as Advisor to the Board at Chedid Insurance Brokers Saudi Arabia.

“Having grown alongside Chedid Capital Group for many years, stepping into this role carries both meaning and responsibility. Chedid Insurance Brokers Network has built its reputation on partnership, expertise, integrity, and agility. I look forward to building on that momentum with our teams across the region,” Kanbar commented.

The executive’s appointment aligns with a strategic growth phase for the Network as it continues to expand its global footprint and specialty line portfolio.

Currently, Chedid Insurance Brokers Network operates in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Egypt, Mauritius, Cyprus, Greece, and Lebanon.

Farid Chedid, Chairman and Group CEO of Chedid Capital Group, commented on the appointment: “Across our Group, we strongly believe in empowering leadership from within our ranks. Jad has been part of the Chedid Insurance Brokers Network since its early days.

“He has consistently shown the strategic foresight, discipline, and partnership-building capabilities required to operate and grow in our regional markets. We are confident in the impact his leadership will have on the Network’s next chapter.”