Salim Benabbes is a seasoned financial professional and entrepreneur with extensive experience in wealth management, corporate finance, and fintech innovation. Since 2021, he has been the Co-founder and CEO of Yieldy, a Paris-based wealthtech company providing investment services such as portfolio advisory, financial education, and a trading platform for retail clients. Since its inception, Yieldy has grown to serve over 5,000 customers and manage more than €10 million in assets.

Previously, from 2015 to 2020, Salim was Director and Chief Financial Officer at Aldar Group in Dubai, overseeing financial planning, risk management, and corporate governance. Before that, he held roles in M&A and corporate advisory, including Vice President at Corporate Finance International from 2011 to 2014, Senior Associate at Gulf One Investment Bank from 2009 to 2011, and Analyst at Lazard Bank from 2008 to 2009.

Salim holds an Entrepreneurship Certificate from HEC Paris (2021–2022), a Master’s in Financial and Economic Engineering (2006–2008), and a Bachelor’s degree in Economics (2003–2006) from Paris Dauphine University. He is a Certified Registered Investment Advisor and holds the French Markets Authority (AMF) Certificate.

Fluent in English, French, and Arabic, Salim is an active member of France Fintech Association. He is passionate about literature, travel, and cultural exploration.