Name: Hosam Arab
Designation: Co-Founder & CEO
Company: Tabby
Hosam Arab is a dynamic entrepreneur and the co-founder and CEO of Tabby, a fast-growing financial technology company that is reshaping the payments landscape in the Middle East. Since its establishment in 2019, Tabby has become a leading player in the region’s buy-now-pay-later (BNPL) sector, offering consumers flexible, interest-free instalment options that empower millions with convenient, responsible, and accessible financial services. Under Arab’s leadership, Tabby has rapidly evolved from a start-up into a trusted fintech brand, known for its innovation, reliability, and customer-centric approach. Before founding Tabby, Arab accumulated extensive experience in the technology and financial sectors, holding pivotal roles at Careem, the region’s largest ride-hailing platform, and Souq.com, the Middle East’s premier e-commerce marketplace, later acquired by Amazon.
These roles provided him with deep insights into digital platforms, consumer behaviour, and market dynamics across the GCC, equipping him with the expertise to drive Tabby’s accelerated growth and strategic expansion. Arab is a strong advocate for leveraging technology to improve financial inclusion and enhance the customer experience. Through his vision, he continues to trans – form the region’s economy, making Tabby a cornerstone of the Middle East’s evolving financial landscape.
