Founder & CEO | Paragon Consulting Partners | UAE
Ghassan Zeidan is the Founder and CEO of Paragon Consulting Partners, a specialist GRC consultancy that delivers bespoke advisory and assurance services to the financial services sector, including fund and asset management, wealth management, insurance, banking, and fintech. Built on a mission to be a “standard-bearer of excellence,” the firm’s expertise spans risk management, internal audit, regulation, and sustainability. With over two decades of experience at premier global institutions such as HSBC, Bank of America, Barclays, and EY, Ghassan has an exemplary record as a trusted advisor to senior leadership. He is renowned for his strong technical expertise and the ability to apply a commercial lens to complex risk challenges, creating robust governance and control frameworks that support business growth.
A recognized authority in his field, Ghassan holds an MBA from the University of Oxford and multiple professional qualifications, including the Financial Risk Manager (FRM) from GARP. He is a prolific author of technical articles on subjects such as enterprise & operational risk management, regulatory frameworks, and internal audit best practices. He extends his thought leadership as the host of the 3LoD Unlocked podcast, which offers strategic insights on critical topics such as the impact of AI on GRC and best-in-class governance frameworks. This expertise empowers organisations to proactively navigate a complex regulatory landscape and achieve sustainable growth with confidence.
