Having more than 22 years of experience at multinational and local business groups in a leadership role, developed solid competency in organizational transformation, innovation, business development, access to grassroots market, farmer-aligned supply chain development, and engaged commercial and impact investors for debt, equity, and grant funding.
Launched the country’s largest Superstore brand Shwapno, the country’s first forward market for farmers, dairy business in partnership with the world’s No. 1 milk producer- Fonterra, and Shrimp Processing and Export business for ACI. Leading a German investment in the seafood processing industry for farmer-aligned premium Black Tiger shrimp supply in the global market.
Strong ability to access to grassroots market utilizing development funds through an inclusive business model. Recently worked closely with Dutch development bank - FMO and Private Financing Advisory Network (PFAN) to inject grant funds and venture capital into the shrimp value chain. Showcased ACI’s Climate Resilient Sustainable Shrimp Value Chain Model in UNIDO, Africa, Netherlands, Thailand & Cambodia. Received grants fund from World Bank, USAID, SIDA, Danida, Netherlands Government, and many other government and non-government organizations as a private sector partner to develop vibrant agriculture and food sector in Bangladesh and attract foreign investment.
Formulate strategies and programs to reduce poverty and impact the livelihood of the majority of the people of the country. Took the lead to initiate collaborative projects aiming to expand the development activities and improve the livelihood of rural people. From 2011 to 2020, did more than 30,000 programs including farmer training, retailer training, dealer training and product demonstration, reaching more than 1,000,000 farmers across the country.
Injected over Tk 100 crore Grant Fund in ACI Agribusiness, therefore, contributed towards improving the livelihood of the farmers, climate resilient agriculture, emancipation and empowerment of women, creating employment for the farmers, and disseminating technologies by leading different projects for ACI successfully.
Having hands-on experience and expertise in organizational transformation. Worked with international consultants including PWC, Technopack, and Hardiman as key contact points from the organization to drive organizational changes. Lead the strategic transformation of Luna Seafoods Limited and ACI Agribusiness to a strategy-driven market-leading player.
