
Mr. Mulualem Syoum, Founder and CEO of the AeTrade Group, welcomed Mr. Mariani to this new role, stating:"We are honored to have Mr. Sal Mariani, a long-time supporter of the AeTrade Group, join us in this significant capacity. His extensive experience in banking, leadership and relationship management will be instrumental in advancing our vision of economic empowerment and financial inclusion across the African continent. We look forward to leveraging his expertise to oversee critical systems in finance, payments, and our broader expansion efforts.”
Sal Mariani’s Distinguished Career
Holding dual European and Canadian citizenship, Mr. Mariani began his career at Banca Commerciale Italiana, where he facilitated collaboration between Italian corporate entities and their subsidiaries in Montreal. His illustrious career at Scotiabank saw him spearheading the growth and development of retail and small business banking across multiple markets.
Currently serving as Vice-President of the Thoracic Surgery Research Foundation of Montreal, Mr. Mariani has also demonstrated exceptional leadership in philanthropy, diversity & Inclusion, Donor Relations, Finance & Strategic Planning.
In addition, Mr. Mariani, Past President of the National Federation of Canadian Italian Business and Professional Association (NFCIBPA) and current chairman of Internment Committee was instrumental in finalizing the Permanent Historical Exhibition with the Canadian War Museum located Ottawa.
Key Areas of Expertise
Sal Mariani brings a wealth of expertise in:
Strategic direction and execution
Risk management
Relationship management with corporate and government entities.
Educational Background and Personal Life
Sal Mariani holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree from Concordia University and a Leadership Certificate from HEC Montréal.
Sal Mariani is the Recipient of the King Charles 111 Coronation Medal created by the Sovereign and administered by the Chancellery of Honours at Rideau Hall.
About the AeTrade Group
The AeTrade Group is an social enterprise headquartered in Kigali, Rwanda, committed to revolutionizing trade in Africa through digital innovation. By driving investments into small and medium-scale enterprises (SMEs), AeTrade aims to foster shared prosperity and generate millions of jobs for Africa's growing youth population.
The AeTrade Group offers an integrated ecosystem comprising:
E-learning platforms
Digital marketplaces
Payment system,
Affordable digital finance solutions
Trade-related infrastructure (e.g., research and innovation centers)
Aligning with Agenda 2063 and Agenda 2030, the AeTrade Group champions "Made in Africa" products, adding value to Africa's abundant natural resources, and scaling successful models in agribusiness, tourism, minerals, and other key sectors.
"Our job creation target of 80-125 million jobs, with a focus on women and youth, remains at the core of our mission," said Mr. Syoum.
Contact Information
For media inquiries, please contact:
Ms. Treasure MaphangaEmail: info@aetradegroup.com
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