Global PSSL reinforces its Fintech capacity to deliver on the ABC Score™ and United Nations Pathways Programmes
(Cardiff, 28 April 2025) Global Principles for Sustainable Securities Lending Community Interest Company (Global PSSL CIC) is thrilled to welcome Isaac Al-Araimy to the Secretariat as an Independent Fintech Counsel.
Isaac joins Global PSSL CIC, as a regulated solicitor in England and Wales bound by rigorous professional principles, including those which elevate the public interest over any conflicting client instructions. He currently works at a boutique investment bank specialising in mid-market technology M&A advisory deals and late-stage venture investments. His previous experience includes roles at AllianceBernstein, Schroders, the Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce and Cairn Capital, along with internships at Freshfields, the Bank of England and Goldman Sachs.
Isaac will help advance the ABC Score™ and the relevant work that relates to fintech advancements for the Global PSSL United Nations Pathways Programme.
Radek Stech, CEO of Global PSSL CIC, said: “I am delighted to welcome Isaac at this stage of our evolution. The delivery of our ambitions requires innovative thinking and the fresh energy of new talent.”
Isaac Al-Araimy said: “Working with Global PSSL on its ABC Score, a key element for its United Nations Pathways Programme and research-bridge project with UN experts, presents an exciting opportunity to enact change and make an impact in the world of sustainable finance. I am excited to contribute to the next phase of these initiatives.”
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Contact Information regarding this press release:
Dr Radek Stech: radek.stech@gpssl.org
About Global PSSL
Global Principles for Sustainable Securities Lending (Global PSSL) is the fundamental global mechanism for aligning securities lending with transparency and sustainable finance. It has been co-created by Dr Radek Stech, prominent asset owners, asset managers, sovereign wealth funds, banks, hedge funds other stakeholders committed to positive change since 2018. Global PSSL has received significant funding from the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC), part of UK Research and Innovation, through the Sustainable Finance – Law – Stakeholders (SFLS) Network at Exeter Law School in addition to some financial assistance from some industry stakeholders. The ESRC grant request was designed based on earlier engagement with stakeholders shaping values-based banking, green bonds and sustainable project finance as well as continuous contact, research and discussions with staff from the World Bank (the official partner on the grant). In order to preserve its impartiality, the Global PSSL framework is based within its own independent community interest company.
