Desh Sharma is a seasoned banker with over two decades of experience across global finance. Throughout his career, he has worked with institutional investors, large global and regional corporations including quasi-sovereign entities and ultra-high-net-worth individuals.

His expertise spans investment banking, private credit, structured finance, corporate banking, and wealth management solutions, all delivered through a relationship-driven, institutional lens.

Most recently, Desh served as Head of Institutional & Corporate Coverage at UBS AG in Dubai. Desh also served on the MEA Management Committee and was an Authorized Individual, helping steer the firm’s broader strategic direction in the region.

Prior to UBS, Desh spent 13 highly successful years at Credit Suisse, where he led several landmark transactions and was instrumental in expanding the firm’s footprint across emerging markets.

Desh began his career at ICICI Bank, where he spent nine years and was consistently recognised as a high-performing leader.

Outside of work, Desh is a passionate cricket fan and has a deep appreciation for Indian classical and contemporary music.