Title: 23 Years as a Banker
Description: This book is a powerful and deeply personal memoir that blends the professional journey of an international banker with life lessons in resilience, integrity, and family values. “23 Years as a Banker: A Journey Through Global Banking, Compliance, and Character” follows Billal Hossain as he rises from humble beginnings in Bangladesh to influential roles in the Middle East’s financial sector, especially in anti-money laundering and compliance.

More than just a career story, this book is about navigating life abroad, overcoming institutional and personal challenges, and returning home with a renewed sense of purpose. It’s a tribute to ethical leadership and a roadmap for anyone aspiring to succeed in finance—or in life—without compromising their principles.

Whether you're a student, a financial professional, or someone who values stories of courage and conviction, this memoir offers insight, wisdom, and inspiration.
Subjects: banking, finance, compliance, anti-money laundering, international career, expatriate life, Saudi Arabia, Bangladesh, memoir, ethics in finance, financial integrity, personal growth, career journey, fatherhood, global banking, resilience, leadership, financial regulations, remittance, money laundering prevention, professional development
Places: Dhaka, Bangladesh, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, United States
People: Billal Hossain, Bangladeshi bankers, expatriate professionals, ethical leaders, financial compliance experts, global finance professionals
Time periods: 1998–2023, Early 21st Century, Contemporary Era