Diego Carrete is the Chief Wellness Officer at First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB), the largest bank in the Middle East. Based in the Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates, he leads wellness initiatives with a focus on biological resilience, employee health, productivity, and long-term organizational performance.
Leadership at First Abu Dhabi Bank
As Chief Wellness Officer at FAB, Diego Carrete works to build a culture of long-term health and productivity across the organization. His approach positions wellness as a strategic business priority rather than a soft skill, emphasizing the importance of creating an environment where employees can thrive now and for future generations.
His work reflects a commitment to sustaining growth, resilience, and community impact through wellness-focused leadership. By integrating wellness into the workplace, he supports FAB’s efforts to strengthen employee wellbeing and organizational performance.
Founder of Wellness Intelligence and The Lean Executive
Diego Carrete is the Founder of Wellness Intelligence, a platform that decodes the $53.3B corporate wellness market for leaders seeking clear, practical insight. Through Wellness Intelligence, he publishes weekly content designed to provide signal rather than noise for decision-makers focused on workplace wellness.
He is also the Founder of The Lean Executive, a self-employed venture focused on wellness leadership. In addition, he serves as a Wellness Advisor at HealthBay Polyclinic in Dubai, extending his expertise into health and wellness consulting.
Ambassador Role at Global Wellness Institute
Diego Carrete serves as an Ambassador for the Global Wellness Institute, supporting the advancement of wellness thinking and practice. This role reflects his broader commitment to promoting wellness as an economic and organizational asset.
Through his work as an ambassador, he contributes to conversations around wellness leadership, resilience, and the role of organizations in supporting employee health. His involvement strengthens the connection between corporate wellness strategy and global wellness advocacy.
Education and Professional Expertise
Diego Carrete holds a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) from ESSEC Business School Paris and a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Management (Entrepreneurship) from Florida Atlantic University. His academic background combines business education with a focus on entrepreneurship and management.
He is a Certified Sports Nutritionist and Certified Personal Trainer Specialist through the International Sports Sciences Association (ISSA). His core skills include Employee Wellness, Wellness Consulting, Stress Management, and Leadership.
Recognition and Impact
Diego Carrete has been recognized as the Wellness Trailblazer Leader of the Year by Arab Leaders, associated with First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB). He has also been featured as a Men’s Fitness UK Cover Athlete, reflecting his broader influence in health, fitness, and wellness.
Recognition by Arab Prestige Network
Arab Prestige Network honors Diego Carrete for his leadership in workplace wellness and his meaningful contributions to employee health, resilience, and organizational performance. Through his role as Chief Wellness Officer at First Abu Dhabi Bank and his work with Wellness Intelligence, The Lean Executive, and the Global Wellness Institute, he continues to advance wellness as a strategic priority for leaders and organizations across the region.
