Quadri Ayanwale is an accomplished Enterprise Risk Manager with over 17 years of

progressive experience in the banking and financial services sector. His expertise spans

credit, operational, market, and compliance risk, with a proven track record of safeguarding

institutional financial health and driving sustainable growth.

Quadri began his career at Skye Bank Plc, where he held key roles in Management

Information Systems, Internal Control, and Predictive Analysis, building a strong foundation

in risk reporting, compliance, and portfolio monitoring. He later advanced to Polaris Bank

Limited as Risk Management Analyst, where he successfully evaluated credit applications,

developed financial models, and implemented robust risk frameworks that reduced exposure

and strengthened compliance with regulatory standards.

Currently serving as Enterprise Risk Manager at Cowry Group, Quadri leads the

identification, assessment, and mitigation of risks across investment, credit, operational,

and market areas. He is instrumental in developing risk management policies, performing

risk mapping, and ensuring regulatory compliance with SEC, CBN, and NDPR frameworks.

He also prepares Board-level risk reports, dashboards, and analytics to guide strategic decision-making.

Quadri is an Associate of both the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN) and

the Chartered Institute of Taxation of Nigeria (CITN). He holds a B.Sc. in Accounting from

Olabisi Onabanjo University and is currently pursuing CPA certification, underscoring his

commitment to continuous professional growth.

Recognized for his analytical foresight, ethical judgment, and leadership, Quadri has also

mentored and built high-performing teams. His strong technical background, including

proficiency in credit evaluation systems, debt management platforms, and advanced risk

analytics tools, supports his ability to align risk strategies with business goals.

Beyond his technical expertise, Quadri is known for fostering collaboration across

departments, embedding a culture of risk awareness, and ensuring that corporate decisions

are backed by sound risk insights.