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Our Story

Athena Advisory was established to address complex financial and economic challenges through practical, independent, and experience-driven advisory solutions. Founded by Abhijit Choudhury, Athena was built on decades of senior leadership experience across global and regional financial institutions, with a strong focus on risk management, financial restructuring, and institutional governance.

Founder Emeritus

Abhijit Choudhury holds the honorary title of Founder Emeritus of Athena Advisory.

He is not part of the current management team, does not participate in advisory mandates, and is not involved in client engagements or day-to-day operations of the firm.

Professional Background (Historical)

  • Over 41 years of experience in the banking and financial sector

  • Former senior roles at international and regional financial institutions, including:

    – ANZ Grindlays Bank (India)
    – Arab Banking Corporation (Bahrain)
    – National Bank of Abu Dhabi (UAE)
    – Central Bank of the UAE

  • Previously served in executive and board-level positions, including Group Chief Risk Officer, interim CEO, and Advisor to the Governor

  • Holds a Master’s degree in Economics from Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi

Athena Advisory today operates as an independent advisory firm, led exclusively by its current partners and senior advisors.

Address

1st Floor, Incubator Building
Masdar City
Abu Dhabi, UAE

+971 (56) 241-8111
[email protected]

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