Franklin E. Egbe
Head of Saudi Equities Trading Technologies at Credit Suisse Saudi Arabia
Franklin Egbe is a technology leader and policy strategist with a career that spans semiconductor chip design, global finance, and public policy. He currently heads Saudi Equities Trading Technologies at Credit Suisse Saudi Arabia, where he leads innovation in financial platforms while navigating evolving regulatory environments. Previously, he served as an Economic Policy Officer at the UNDP's Regional Bureau for Africa, evaluating the impact of macroeconomic policies across Sub-Saharan nations. He has professional experience spanning the UK, the United States, and the Middle East.
Franklin holds degrees from two of the world's top institutions—Sciences Po Paris , known for shaping global policy leaders, and Columbia University's School of International and Public Affairs—where he studied under renowned experts like Professor Jeffrey Sachs. He began his career at ARM Ltd., where he designed embedded microchips. His ability to connect the technical and the political makes him a vital voice in shaping policies that ensure technology serves people—ethically, responsibly, and equitably.