It's a move that might just send ripples through the investment world. Sheikh Zayed bin Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan has been tapped to lead the board of Abu Dhabi's 2PointZero, a subsidiary under the massive umbrella of the International Holding Company (IHC). This isn't just a routine appointment, but a signal of the strategic heft 2PointZero carries within Abu Dhabi's ambitious economic blueprint.

IHC couldn't hide its enthusiasm about Sheikh Zayed's new role, pointing out how it highlights 2PointZero's crucial place in Abu Dhabi's long-term plans. The company is gunning for a global presence, and this leadership shakeup is more than just a reshuffling of titles. It's a declaration of intent.

With Mariam Almheiri stepping in as Vice Chair and Samia Bouazza taking the reins as CEO, the board is a cocktail of sovereign leadership and investment savvy. They're tasked with driving 2PointZero's growth, which, by the way, isn't just a fancy term. We're talking about a global investment platform with its fingers in the energy and consumer sector pies. It commands a whopping AED120 billion (US$32.7 billion) asset base and stretches across more than 85 countries.

New Leadership, New Growth

The list of big names on 2PointZero's board reads like a who's who of power players. You've got HH Sheikh Zayed bin Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan at the top, Mariam Almheiri as Vice Chair, Mohamed Hassan Alsuwaidi pulling double duty as UAE Minister of Investment and Managing Director & Group CEO of ADQ, and Maryam Eid Almheiri who chairs the Abu Dhabi Media Office. The roster continues to impress with Dr. Mohammed Somar Ajalyaqin, Sofia Lasky, Syed Basar Shueb, Richard Gerson, and Samia Bouazza rounding out the team. Quite the lineup.

In Sheikh Zayed's own words, "2PointZero was established to build a future-ready investment platform defined by resilience, scale, and long-term value creation." That's not just boardroom talk. It's a mission statement. The board's makeup speaks volumes about the kind of responsibility and ambition that rests on 2PointZero's shoulders.

And there's more. Syed Basar Shueb, the CEO of IHC, chimed in with a nod to the fresh leadership: "With the Board now formally constituted and leadership confirmed, 2PointZero enters its next chapter with clarity, strength, and momentum." It's a governance setup that marries deep experience across the board, from investment to public leadership. The aim? To build institutions that last and create value, not just for now, but for the future.

So, here we are. With its leadership locked and loaded, 2PointZero is gearing up for its next big step. It's not just about growth, but about crafting one of Abu Dhabi's most dynamic listed investment entities. Watch this space.