Candidacy Statement

Lama Bou Dargham, CFA

I am currently part of the Investor Relations team at I Squared Capital, a leading global infrastructure investment manager. With a background in finance and over a decade of experience across private markets, I have worked closely with institutional investors and family offices, helping to shape long-term capital strategies and build trusted relationships.

Previously, I served as a Board Member and Program Chair at CFA Society Emirates for four years. During this time, I led the delivery of over 35 events annually, helping to strengthen member engagement and reinforce the Society’s position as a leading professional community in the region. This experience gave me a deep appreciation for the Society’s mission and the impact it can make through purposeful leadership and strong governance.

I am running for the Board to contribute to the long-term sustainability and integrity of the Society. If elected, my key focus will be on strengthening governance structures, improving internal policies, and aligning strategic frameworks to support continuity and growth.

I also aim to work with the Board to enhance the Society’s operating model by refining committee roles, streamlining processes, and ensuring greater transparency across initiatives. These improvements will create a more agile and efficient foundation to support future programming, strategic priorities, and continued growth.

With full support from my employer, I am committed to dedicating five hours per week to this role. I look forward to working collaboratively with the Board and the wider membership to ensure CFA Society Emirates continues to thrive as a purpose-driven, forward-looking community.