Fasset has announced the appointment of Mehtap Onder as Managing Director, a strategic move that underscores the company’s ambition to accelerate its expansion across Africa and Asia. As one of the region’s most accomplished leaders in digital assets and former Managing Director at GCEX Dubai, Onder brings a wealth of expertise in navigating complex regulatory environments and driving institutional growth. Her leadership at GCEX was instrumental in securing Dubai’s first broker-dealer license under the Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA), a milestone that set a new benchmark in the region’s regulatory innovation.
In her new role at Fasset, Onder will lead institutional, operational, compliance, and legal functions to strengthen the organization’s regulatory and strategic positioning across the Islamic Belt and emerging global markets. She will also work closely with the company’s founders to steer strategic partnerships, oversee market entry initiatives, and support the launch of Own, Fasset’s Ethereum Layer 2 network focused on real-world assets (RWA). Her leadership is expected to play a pivotal role in shaping Fasset’s growth trajectory as the company aims to redefine access to digital finance and investment opportunities.
Onder’s appointment comes at a transformative moment for Fasset and the broader fintech ecosystem. With over a decade of experience in both traditional finance and digital assets, she has established a reputation for bridging regulatory compliance with strategic growth. Her career spans leadership roles across global financial institutions, where she has consistently delivered impact-driven initiatives that drive sustainable innovation. At GCEX, she not only led regulatory milestones but also pioneered the first client-money account in Dubai for a Virtual Asset Service Provider (VASP), reinforcing trust and transparency in the sector.
Her recognition as one of Unlock Blockchain’s Top 20 Performing CEOs of 2024 further reflects her leadership excellence and commitment to responsible innovation in finance. Beyond her professional achievements, Onder’s appointment also represents a significant advancement in leadership diversity in the fintech and digital asset sectors, where female executives remain underrepresented. Her new role sends a strong message of empowerment and inclusion, showcasing the growing influence of women shaping the future of finance in emerging markets.
Fasset’s leadership, including Co-Founder Mohammad Raafi Hossain, has expressed strong confidence in Onder’s ability to lead the company into its next chapter of growth. Her appointment not only marks a new era for Fasset but also reinforces the company’s mission to build a more inclusive, transparent, and accessible financial ecosystem powered by real-world assets and next-generation technology.
