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MR. ASIF INAM He serves as the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Diamond International Corporation Limited, a leading textile spinning enterprise with an annual turnover of approximately PKR 12 billion, and as Chairman and Director of N.P. Cotton Mills Limited, another prominent spinning mill with an annual turnover of about PKR 14 billion. His leadership credentials include serving as Vice President of the Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI) for 2024–25, former Chairman of APTMA Central (2022–24), former Chairman of APTMA Southern Zone (2020–22), former Vice Chairman of APTMA Central (2018–19), former Director of the Karachi Cotton Association (2022–24) and former Member of the FPCCI Standing Committee on Finance & Investment (2022). Committed to community development, Mr. Inam actively supports educational advancement by providing financial assistance to deserving and high-achieving students and contributes meaningfully to healthcare initiatives. His dedication to social welfare reflects his firm belief in economic empowerment, professional education and sustainable community upliftment. |
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MR. USMAN AHMED CHAUDHRY He has worked extensively with bilateral and multilateral development partners, including the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) of the UK Government, the World Bank, Asian Development Bank, and UNDP. Most recently, he served as Team Leader for the FCDO-funded £31 million Subnational Governance Programme (SNG) in Punjab, where he played a pivotal role in driving transformative reforms in public finance, governance, and public policy. He has also contributed internationally, supporting the Government of South Sudan in policy and institutional reforms. Mr. Chaudhry holds a BSc in Electrical Engineering from the University of Engineering & Technology, Lahore, and a Master’s in Public Policy (specialization in Development Policy) from the Australian National University, Australia. He is currently pursuing a PhD in Public Policy. |
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MR. MUHAMMAD DAWOOD BAZAI In recent years, we have made significant progress in specific initiatives, i.e. Installation of Solar Systems for Government Buildings, Schools, Hospitals, Basic Health Units have been solarized so far. Furthermore, the department is determined to expand renewable energy projects, improving energy infrastructure and addressing energy shortages. These efforts are aimed at not only meeting the energy demands of our growing population but also creating opportunities for investment, employment, and innovation. Energy Department has initiated several projects in Energy Sector in order to tap the energy potential of the province. Initiatives ranging from framing Solar Strategy for Energy Department (Floated EoI for consultancy services to establishment of Solar Power Plants of 50MW each for Gwadar, Hub, Quetta Industrial Estates and Bostan Special Economic Zone); formulating strategy for creation of 20,000 plus jobs in energy sector over a span of 10 years; shedding Agriculture Tubewells Subsidy through Solarization of 27437 Agriculture Tubewells at a cost Rs. 55 billion jointly by federal & provincial government; amicable resolution of Sui Mining Leasewith PPL through DGPC earning a potential revenue of Rs. 60 billion; free distribution and installation of 15000 Home Solar Systems through CPEC Secretariat Islamabad; reconstitution of the Board of Directors of Balochistan Energy Company Limited (BECL) along with hiring of CEO from open market in a bid to reform organizational structure of the provincial public holding company. We are committed to working closely with the federal government, private sector, and local communities to develop a robust energy sector that is inclusive, efficient, and environmentally sustainable. Together, we can unlock the full potential of Baluchistan’s energy resources and pave the way for a brighter future. |
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MR. MUHAMMAD ALI KHAN Mr. Muhammad Ali Khan is a seasoned public sector professional whose career spans nearly four decades of distinguished service in the Pakistan Administrative Service (PAS) and the Pakistan Army. Beginning his professional journey in 1974 with the Pakistan Army, Mr. Khan transitioned to the Civil Service in 1983, joining the District Management Group (DMG), where he went on to build a diverse and impactful career in governance, administration, and institutional leadership across federal and provincial domains. Over the course of his civil service tenure, Mr. Khan held multiple senior leadership roles in Baluchistan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and the Federal Government. As a BPS-20 officer, he served as Secretary, Government of Baluchistan in key departments including Education; Local Government & Rural Development; and Services & General Administration Department (S&GAD). He also served as Director General of the Gwadar Development Authority, where he oversaw strategic initiatives aimed at the region’s urban planning and development. His role as Chairman of the Chief Minister’s Inspection Team further underscores his commitment to institutional accountability and governance reforms. At the federal level, Mr. Khan served as Administrator for Jammu & Kashmir state property under the Ministry of Kashmir Affairs and Northern Areas, contributing to governance and coordination in a sensitive and strategically important region. Prior to these senior appointments, he held pivotal administrative positions as Commissioner of Hazara and Kalat Divisions; Director General of the Environmental Protection Agency; and Additional Secretary in both the Home and Education Departments of Baluchistan. Earlier in his career, Mr. Khan served as Deputy Commissioner and Political Agent in several key districts—including Ziarat, Dera Bugti, Khuzdar, Turbat, and Killa Saifullah—where he led district administration, law and order management, and development planning. He also held various senior roles within the provincial Finance Department, S&GAD, and the Chief Secretary’s Office, strengthening his expertise in public finance, service administration, and executive coordination. His administrative foundation was shaped through roles as Assistant Commissioner and Land Reforms Officer across multiple districts of Baluchistan. Mr. Mohammad Ali Khan’s career reflects a deep commitment to public service, institutional governance, and regional development across Pakistan. His wide-ranging experience from district-level leadership to provincial and federal senior management demonstrates a legacy of dedication, integrity, and significant contribution to public administration. He holds a Bachelor of Arts degree and belongs to Quetta, Baluchistan. |
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MR. MUHAMMAD REHAN HASHMI Over a decade as an Advisor to a Foreign Trade Mission, he facilitated increased bilateral trade and investment, helping catalyze several multimillion initiatives, including the New Bong Hydropower Project, Power Asia, the Automobile Industry deletion program, and dozens of reciprocal trade delegations. He has authored hundreds of customized market research reports. He also led the development of several small-scale alternative energy projects, water treatment plants, and campaigns aimed at reducing carbon emissions. His contributions to the N.A include support on legislative matters & policy formulation. He has designed and delivered customized training programs for a range of organizations including TNAs & capacity enhancement. |
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MR. MUHAMMAD AKRAM Mr. Akram brings strong documentation and analytical skills. His professional strengths include effective team leadership, an entrepreneurial mindset, reliability, and a strong commitment to national development. His understanding of regional infrastructure, economic challenges, and operational realities further enhances his suitability for governance roles. |
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MR. KHALID RAHMAN Mr. Rahman’s professional experience spans over 40 years in UK, Hong Kong and Pakistan in banking and oil and gas industry. He served in the leadership role, as CEO and MD, of two major public listed companies namely Pakistan Petroleum Limited & Sui Southern Gas Company Limited. Mr. Rahman work span with Pakistan Petroleum Limited was for 20 years from 1992 to 2012. He worked in various senior management positions including CEO & MD, DMD, CFO and Company Secretary. At Sui Southern Gas Company he was appointed as Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer for 3 years from 2015 to 2018. Simultaneously he was appointed as a team leader, Gas Sector Reforms by the Government. This work was done in collaboration with the World Bank. He also worked with the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Pakistan as the Chief Operating Officer in 2013 & 2014. He is a Council Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Pakistan and he currently chair two Committees, Public Sector Committee & Governance Committee. In addition he is a member of the Executive Committee, Examination Committee, Investigation Committee and the Accounting Standards Board. Internationally he has been professionally associated with International Federation of Accountants (IFAC) since 2009 in various Committees. Currently, he is serving as Member Nomination Committee of IFAC, representing the entire Asia Pacific Region. He is an independent director on the Board of National Clearing Company of Pakistan Limited (NCCPL) & Lucky Electric Power Company Limited (LEPCL). He chairs the Board Audit Committee of NCCPL and is member of the Risk Committee, Investment Advisory & Building Committee Human Resources Committee & Sustainability Committee. At LEPCL he chairs the Board Audit Committee. He also on the Board of Governors of Indus Valley School of Art & Architecture, where he chairs the Finance & Planning Committee. In addition he chairs the Audit Committee of Lady Rehmatullah Benevolent Trust, a non for profit organisation, providing free eye care from its charity hospitals all over Pakistan. |
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MS. SALIMA FEERASTA Has directed complex financial operations involving international transactions, risk assessment and the use of financial instruments, developing a strong understanding of diverse business structures ranging from family enterprises to early-stage ventures. Professional experience also includes overseeing commercial activity in international trade, with responsibility for pricing, payments, logistics and supplier coordination across global markets. As the founder of a prominent digital publication, has led long-term strategic development, grown a substantial international audience and managed content, branding and team leadership. Parallel advisory work in digital strategy adds deep insight into platform evolution, consumer behaviour and technology-driven transformation. Combining quantitative discipline with creative judgment, offers a well-rounded perspective on changing markets, digital innovation and business growth. Brings strong capability in evaluating strategic opportunities, interpreting industry shifts and contributing to high-level decision-making in dynamic environments. |
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MS. AMNA ZAHEER AHMED A proud alumna of Kinnaird College, Lahore, Ms. Amna has dedicated her career to both the practice of law and the advancement of social welfare initiatives. She actively supports the National Institute of Child Health, Karachi, and other children’s welfare programs, demonstrating her commitment to impactful community service and long-term societal development. In addition to her extensive legal practice, Ms. Amna serves as Director of Greenstar Social Marketing Pakistan (Guarantee) Limited, contributing to governance, financial oversight, and strategic planning. She is also passionate about education, having taught Business Law at prestigious institutions, including the Karachi School of Business & Leadership. Her multifaceted career spanning law, governance, education, and social welfare reflects her dedication to justice, leadership, and meaningful community impact, making her a valuable member of the board. |
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MR. NAVAID H. MALIK Navaid Malik has done diverse Professional Courses from IMEDE Business School, Lausanne; IHC School of Hotel Management New York; HYATT Academy of Finance / University of Illinois, Chicago; Hotel School of Accounting, New York; California School of Cost Control and Accountancy, Los Angeles; ICAO School of Aviation, Montreal; IATA Regulatory Academy of Airlines, Geneva; etc; Furthermore, he has attended many Seminars and Courses the world over from where Certificates and Diplomas were awarded to him. Navaid H. Malik has had extensive work experience internationally with different American based Hotel Management Companies. He started his career with Intercontinental Hotels Corporation in Geneva and thereafter, had various stints in Senior Management positions with Sheraton Hotels, Regent Hotels and lastly at Hyatt Hotels from where he resigned as SVP Development and Operations. Besides, being a reputed Hotelier he specialised as a Restaurateur. His last assignment in this field was President (Overseas Division) of the renowned Maxim’s de Paris of France. Over a decade and a half ago Navaid Malik decided to branch out on his own as an entrepreneur and as such was/is Chairman / President / CEO / Director and Shareholder in divergent Companies and had/has interests in: Airlines; Travel trade; Institutional Catering; Hotels / Leisure industry; LPG (Liquefied Petroleum Gas); Downstream Refinery/Oil Products; Industrial and Hospital Gases; Information Technology / Start-ups; Real Estate Development; etc; Most of the foregoing Organisation were/are Joint Ventures with Multinationals or were/are represented through his entities of renowned Companies such as Boeing; Siemens AG; Siemens Plessy; Alcatel; British Petroleum; Singapore International Airlines; Abacus International; Attock Group; MAFI (Majid Al-Futtaim Investments); etc. It must be emphasised that Navaid Malik was Principal Adviser to the Chairman of MAFIGH (Majid Al-Futtaim Investment Group Holdings) and focused on MAF Investment and Asset Management Company which was / is one of the best known Conglomerate of its type in the Middle East. He continues to serve on the Board of several International and National Companies and heads varied Board’s Audit Committee, Risk Committee, HR & Compensation Committee, etc; He has been Adviser for Tourism and Aviation to the Prime Minister of Pakistan and has held/holds many other important and prestigious positions in Government bodies and prominent private enterprises. He has been in the past on the Board of several Government of Pakistan’s Organisation and in particular was an active member on the Board of Directors / Board of Governors of NADRA. He made enormous contribution in making NADRA into a vibrant and a service-oriented institution and in particular giving direction for making this entity into a very profitable organisation. Navaid H. Malik enthusiastically participated/participates in various International Professional Bodies. He was/is on : the Advisory Committee of IHA (International Hotel Association); International Associate of AH&MA (American Hotel & Motel Association); Served as a Council Member of WTO (World Tourism Organisation); Co-opted Board Member of IATA Airline Commission on Planning and Forecasting; Committee Member of IHLA (International Hospitality and Leisure Association); etc; It is pertinent to mention that he has been a visiting academic luminaire at many international Educational Institutions and Universities. He keenly takes part in Communal and Philanthropic activities. |
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MR. ABDUL SHAKOOR SHAIKH Mr. Shaikh has served in multiple senior leadership roles, including Executive Director, State Life Insurance Corporation of Pakistan (SLIC), Member (Operations Audit & NI), Sindh Revenue Board, Commissioner Inland Revenue (FBR), and Community Welfare Attaché/Counsellor at the Embassy of Pakistan in Saudi Arabia In these key positions, he provided strategic direction in areas such as revenue administration, legal affairs, HR management, digital transformation, public accountability, and service delivery improvements. His tenure at SLIC included oversight of major portfolios such as real estate, HR & administration, taxation underwriting, and policyholder services for the country’s largest life insurer. He holds the Director Training Program (DTP) certification from the Pakistan Institute of Corporate Governance (PICG), an MBA in Management, and a Bachelors degree in Computer Systems Engineering. His career includes significant achievements in digitalization, revenue growth, workers welfare initiatives, overseas Pakistani diaspora facilitation, and community-based health and education programs. He has been recognized with several national awards for outstanding performance in public service, crisis management, organizational development, and digital innovation. Mr. Shaikh currently serves on the Boards of Mirpurkhas Sugar Mills Ltd and Pakistan Reinsurance Company Ltd, where he contributes to corporate governance, strategic oversight, business performance review, and risk management. His broad multidisciplinary background, combined with strong administrative insight and regulatory experience, positions him as a valuable contributor to the Board and its committees. |
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MR. MUHAMMAD QASIM With 34 years of experience in SBP Human Resource Management, he has specialized in HR policy, promotions and recruitment particularly in the State Bank of Pakistan. His expertise has played a pivotal role in shaping HR strategies and workforce development. He holds a Master’s degree in Economics and is a graduate (B.Sc.) of Islamia University Bahawalpur. Originally from Rahim Yar Khan, Muhammad Qasim continues to be a distinguished figure in the financial, banking, and HR management sectors. |
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MS. NARGIS SHAHIDA Ms. Nargis has served as a head of own English medium school, Lahore. Her academic credentials include a Bachelor’s degree from Punjab University, Lahore and also have Bachelor’s degree in Education. |
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MR. ZUHAIR SIDDIQUI His professional experience includes, planning, directing, supervising and controlling execution of all business, technical, fiscal and administrative functions, member of the management’s team for planning and defining program goals and methods for the implementation of “Fast Track LNG Import”, acquired in-depth knowledge of procedures for leadership role in preparation of proposals for various energy related projects, monitoring project activities, oversee established work plan participated in negotiations with regulatory authority. He Holds a Masters Degree in computer and Electrical Engineering from Oregon State University and a Bachelors Degree in Electronics Engineering From Dawood Enginering College. He has been on the Board of SSGC, SNGPL, Interstate Gas Systems and Sui Southern LPG company. |
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MR. MOAZZAM IFTIKHAR AHMED Moazzam is one of the co-founders in a Fintech company, a startup focused on SMEs. This is the first Supply Chain Finance portal operating in Pakistan, under the trademark CashNow™. The platform helps SME get access to finance, a key challenge of SME across the globe but particularly significant for Pakistan. The company became operational in March 2021 and has processed over PKR 0.5 billion till December 2021. This company is focused on digitizing the SME eco-system, to improve transparency and efficiency. Moazzam was as a Senior Country Officer in Pakistan with the International Finance Corporation (IFC), World Bank Group for over 14 years. He was the head of IFC’s Karachi office in Pakistan and part of the region management team. While at IFC he managed multiple positions including business development, portfolio management and processing transactions in the MENA and Africa Region. Moazzam has processed investment transactions of over $500 million, across the MENA and Africa region. These include the first hydro power project in Pakistan, the first cold rolled steel plant in plant, and developed an Agri fund to create innovation in the agriculture sector in emerging markets. Moazzam was part of the IFC’s Public Private Partnership team for Pakistan and the Middle East region. He was instrumental in getting the MOU signed between IFC and Infrastructure Project Development Facility (IPDF). Moazzam worked on multiple PPP transactions at IFC in Pakistan and the region. Prior to IFC, Moazzam was a consultant with Cap Gemini Ernst and Young (Global Consulting Firm) for over 10 years, with their Chicago office. He was involved with CGEY’s strategy division and involved in developing strategies for fortune 50 companies in the US, including pharmaceutical and utility sectors. Moazzam was the key member of the TXU turnaround team, when the electricity sector was deregulated in Texas, USA. Moazzam has been involved in several start-ups in the United States and Pakistan. He has an MBA from Duke University and a B.A in Economics from the College of Wooster. Moazzam completed the coveted World Bank Group, Global Leadership Program which enrolls the top talent of the organization to undergo a one-year rigorous training program. |
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