Name: Bal Krishen
Designation: Chairman
Company: The Century Group
Bal Krishen is a visionary business leader whose career spans nearly three decades across financial markets, fintech, technology, consumer goods, and real estate. Widely recognised for his strategic foresight and entrepreneurial spirit, he has built a reputation as a transformative force, shaping industries while creating meaningful impact for communities and stakeholders alike. As Chairman of Century Group, Bal Krishen’s journey reflects both resilience and ambition. Beginning his career in 1999 at Century Financial as a dealer, he quickly distinguished himself through his deep understanding of financial markets.
Rising through the ranks from trader to head of investment, CEO, and eventually chairman, he has guided the Century Group’s evolution from a brokerage firm into a diversified, multi-industry powerhouse spanning investment services, wealth management, banking, insurance, real estate, technology, and logistics. Under his leadership, Century Group has redefined financial services in the UAE, pioneering offerings such as Century Private Wealth, a DIFC-based, DFSA-regulated firm delivering bespoke asset and wealth management solutions for HNW individuals.
