Independent Director & Chairman

Mr. Mohammad Abdul Mannan was born in 1952 in a prestigious Muslim family. He joined as the Chairman of the reformed Board of Directors of First Security Islami Bank PLC. He is also the Chairman of the Islamic Banks’ Consultative Forum (IBCF) and Vice-Chairman of the Bangladesh Association of Banks (BAB). He obtained his Master of Social Sciences (MSS) from the University of Dhaka. Mr. Mohammad Abdul Mannan served as the Managing Director of Islami Bank Bangladesh PLC. for a long time. He received the best award among the selected CEOs in the Asia Pacific and Mediterranean region ‘The Asian Banker CEO Leadership Achievement Award-2016’. He also achieved, Sardar Patel Award in 2016, the Islamic Banking Award in 2013, Remittance Ambassador of Bangladesh-2012. He attended as a guest speaker at different international conferences of IDB Group (2010, 2011, 2012, 2016), Asian Development Bank (2013), Islamic Financial Services Board (2013), World Islamic Economic Forum (WIEF) (2014), Fleming Gulf FZE (2010) and also attended different international conference and seminars hosted by IDB, Bank Negara, IFSB, AAOIFI, CIBAFI etc., He also participated in the CEO Leadership development programs at INSEAD Business School, France, UC Berkley, San Francisco, USA, University of Oxford, UK, Columbia University, New York, USA, Judge Business School, University of Cambridge, UK.

His distinct knowledge and wide vision in banking sector make him renowned. Apart from these, Mr. Mannan has a good number of publications pertaining to Islamic Banking and others.

Managing Director & CEO, Islami Bank Bangladesh PLC

Mohammed Monirul Moula, an experienced and dynamic banker has been appointed as the Managing Director & CEO of Islami Bank Bangladesh Limited (IBBL) in January 2021. Prior to taking this position; he has served as Additional Managing Director & Head of Corporate Investment (Credit) Wing of the Bank. He also has contributed to the Bank as Head of Wings, Divisions, Zone and Branches.

Mr. Monirul has started his career with IBBL on 6 March 1986as a “Probationary Officer”. Joining as a Probationary Officer, he gained experience in all sections of the Bank over his 34 years of banking career. He was awarded “Letter of appreciation” for reducing Non-Performing Investment (Loan) by the Bank Management in the years 2004 and 2005.

Mr. Monirul was the Head of Branches of Hathazari, Cox’s Bazar, Anderkilla, Pahartali, Chowmuhoni and Agrabad Corporate branches. Then, he has been assigned as Head of Chattogram South Zone of the Bank. Then he has been posted as Head of Corporate Investment Division-II, one of the important divisions of the Bank.

After joining as Head of Corporate Investment Division-II, he played a significant role in Investment management like Corporate Finance, Sustainable Finance, Investment (Credit) Administration, Asset Management and Investment (credit) Risk Management of the Bank. Then he was posted as Head of Retail Investment (Credit) Wing where he played significant role in the affairs of SME Finance, Retail, Consumer & Real Estate Investment and Rural Development Scheme.

He was also the Chairman of Investment Committee (IC), Investment Risk Management Committee (IRMC). He was also a member of Management Committee (MANCOM), Asset Liability Committee (ALCO), and Committee for Recruitment & Promotion (CRP) of the Bank.

He was born in a noble family in 1963. He obtained Bachelor of Social Science (BSS) degree with Honors’ in 1983 and Masters of Social Science (MSS) in Economics in 1984 from the University of Chittagong. He is a Diplomaed Associate of the Institute of Bankers Bangladesh (DAIBB). Recently, he was awarded a prestigious certificate on “Domestic and International Factoring” from Factors Chain International(FCI), Netherlands.

He visited many countries like Thailand, Bahrain, Italy, Sri Lanka, KSA, Myanmar, Morocco, Malaysia, Indonesia, UAE & India for attending various conferences, seminars, trainings & business development programs.

Mr. Syed Waseque Md Ali has been appointed as the Managing Director of First Security Islami Bank Limited in March 2015 and performing his prestigious role. Prior to this, he was contributing as Managing Director (Current Charge) of the Bank. Mr. Ali, a seasoned banker with more than 37 years of extensive and versatile banking experiences on diversified, welfare and next-generation banking business, began his banking career as an Officer with IFIC Bank Ltd. and performed there till 1996. Afterwards, he served Dutch-Bangla Bank Ltd. for about a decade till 2008. In the same year he joined First Security Islami Bank Ltd. as Senior Executive Vice President and was promoted to Deputy Managing Director in October 2011. Mr. Ali has obtained his Bachelor Degree in commerce and accomplished the MBA.

During his rich and eventful Banking Career, Mr. Ali has attended numerous local and international banking workshops concentrates on product marketing, deposit mobilization, credit portfolio management, leadership, foreign trade, rules and guidelines of foreign trade organized by Bangladesh Institute of Bank Management (BIBM), various trade chambers, international banks, regulatory bodies etc. of which below are highly regarded.

• Attended the “Breakthrough Leadership” program on November 3rd & 4th, 2015 in Malaysia, jointly organized by Bangladesh Institute of Bank Management (BIBM) & The iclif Leadership and Governance Centre.
• Attended FCI Factoring Workshop from 16th to 18th January, 2017 in Amsterdam, Netherlands.
• Attended Dun & Breadstreet-CEO Conclave from February 16 to 26, 2018 in the United Kingdom.
• Attended SIBOS 2019 conference in the UK from 20th September to 2nd October on 2019.
• Attended 5th Annual Bilateral US-Bangladesh CFT Banking Dialogue under OPDAT program of the US Department of Justice held in North Carolina, USA from 25.10.2019 to 03.11.2019.
• Member, Rotary Club of Dhaka North: President 2002-3; served in Rotary District 3281 as LT Governor, Deputy Governor, Assistant Governor & Committee Chairman.

Managing Director & CEO, EXIM Bank

A banking veteran Mr Mohammad Feroz Hossain, Managing Director & CEO, joined Export Import Bank of Bangladesh Ltd. (EXIM Bank) in 1999 as Assistant Vice President and soon took over the charge of Foreign Exchange Department of its main branch Motijheel Branch, Dhaka to lead it for a foreign trade hub. Subsequently, he took over the charge as its Manager in 2010. With his discerning insights and relentless diligence, he spearheaded the branch to be one of the most successful outlets of the country’s banking industry in respect of foreign trade, investment and deposit volumes, and above all their composition and quality, and in turn was awarded with the Chairman’s Gold Medal thrice in quick succession.

A foreign trade expert and ready-made garment specialist, Mr Mohammad Feroz Hossain was promoted as Deputy Managing Director in 2015, and soon thereafter he joined the head office management with special mission of streamlining the bank’s international trade portfolio and strengthening its overseas presence. In no time, EXIM Bank, with its exchange houses and finance companies, could traverse a time zone where there was the sun at one window or another.

Besides adorning numerous key positions at the head office, Mr Mohmmad Feroz Hossain served as the CAMLCO of the bank for long 3 (three) years and steered the bank’s core risk management, CMSME finance and agro-investment for its better resilience and wider diversification. He is a regular speaker of training sessions, especially on foreign trade operation, core risk management, soft skill development, etc. at different training academies.

Mr Mohammad Feroz Hossain took over as the Managing Director of EXIM Bank on 16 September 2022.

Mr Mohammad Feroz Hossain started his banking career at National Bank Ltd. in 1988. Prior to joining EXIM Bank, he worked at National Credit & Commerce Bank Ltd. for around six years, mostly at foreign trade operation at its main branch.

Presently, Mr Mohammad Feroz Hossain is representing EXIM Bank in Bangladesh Foreign Exchange Dealers’ Association (BAFEDA) as it Vice Chairman. He is a Member to the Executive Committee of Bangladesh Institute of Bank Management (BIBM).

Mr Mohammad Feroz Hossain took his MSc and BSc (Hon’s) degrees from Dhaka University.

He was born on 31 December 1960 in Patuakhali. His parents are Mr Md. Habibur Rahman and Mrs Lily Begum, a pious Muslim couple enthusiastic about education. Mr Mohammad Feroz Hossain and his late wife Anwara Begum have a son, an MBBS student.

A music connoisseur, especially of Bangla folk and modern songs, Mr Mohammad Feroz Hossain enjoys reading books and watching movies during his leisure.

Managing Director, Shahjalal Islami Bank PLC

Chairman, Shariah Supervisory Committee, Islami Bank Bangladesh Ltd. & First Security Islami Bank Ltd.

Vice Chairman, Central Shariah Board for Islamic Banks of Bangladesh (CSBIB)

Member-Secretary, Shari’ah Supervisory Committee, Bank Asia Limited

Mr. Md. Abdullah Sharif, born on 23 February 1979, is an enthusiastic Islamic scholar in Bangladesh. He is one of the few visionary Islamic scholars in present-day Bangladesh who have devoted his knowledge and intellect to the development of the Islamic Banking industry. Mr. Md. Abdullah Sharif is the elected Secretary General of the Central Shariah Board for Islamic Banks of Bangladesh (CSBIB). The institution has been providing services encompassing Islamic banking and finance towards the Islamic banks and financial Institutions of the country under the guidance of unique Islamic Shariah principles since its inception in the year 2001. At present, 24 banks and financial institutions are members of this institute. Early Life: Mr. Md. Abdullah Sharif was born in a respected Muslim family from Kishoreganj. His father Sofir Uddin Ahmed was an officer of the local Government of Kishorgonj district. Mr. Abdullah imprinted his extraordinary talent all the way through his student life. He acquired 1st class in Dakhil and Alim examinations. Later he acquired Fazil and Kamil (Hadith) degree from Katlasen Alia Madrasah with first class also. Simultaneously, he secured first class in the BA from Sirajganj University College and MA degree in “Islamic Studies” from Dhaka College under National University. Mr. Abdullah completed MBA from Bangladesh Islami University. Presently he is a running M.Phil researcher (final year) at Dhaka University with the Title: Role of Islamic Microfinance on the Rural Development: Bangladesh Perspective. Professional Life: Mr. Abdullah started his banking carrier on 19th June 1999 at Islami Bank Bangladesh Limited. Later, he joined ICB Islamic Bank Ltd. on 20 August 2009 and The City Bank Limited on 4th November 2010. At present, Mr. Abdullah is a Vice President and Head of Shariah Secretariat of the Bank. He was elected Secretary General of the Central Shariah Board for the term 2015-2019 and 2019-2023. Besides, he has been performing as the Head of Shariah Audit Department of the Internal Control and Compliance Division of the City Bank Limited. Recognition: Mr. Abdullah Sharif beholds a proactive attitude instinctively. He has embraced himself in various activities and responsibilities. As a result, various organizations and institutions treated his eminence with reverence. Mr. Abdullah gives speeches on Islamic Banking and Finance in various training sessions organized by recognized Institutions. He takes part in various international seminars and courses on Islamic Banking, Insurance, and Finance within the country and abroad. He frequently provides consultancy services to various Islamic Banking and Insurance institutions. He is a prominent professional fellow of AAOIFI with CIPA &CSAA. Affiliation with electronic media: Mr. Abdullah is renowned in electronic and print media. He takes part recurrently in dialogues on Islamic Banking, Finance, and various Islamic issues on ATN Bangla, Desh TV, and Asian TV. Various Scholarly Affiliations: Mr. Abdullah enjoys sharing the knowledge he earned through driving deep into the vast ocean of Islamic Shariah, Banking, and Finance. In this connection, he regularly gives lessons to Training Institutions of different banks and financial institutions. He has played a strong role to launch ‘CIPA & CSAA worldwide recognized Islamic Banking Professional Qualifications of AAOIFI in Bangladesh. AAOIFI offers these significant international accounting and shariah qualifications for skill development. Mr. Abdullah gives answers to questions concerning Islamic Banking and Finance in various newspapers. Magazines & bulletins very often circulate his writings on Islamic Banking & Finance. His article `Islamic Finance Marches Ahead in Bangladesh’ was published in Islamic Finance News Annual Guide 2018, a Malaysia-based world-famous Islamic economic journal. Mr. Md. Abdullah Sharif is a visionary man. He aspires to move forward by fulfilling his aims. His optimum goal is to bring Islamic Banking to the doorsteps of the people of Bangladesh. He dreams to enrich the people of the country under the essence of Islamic Banking and Finance. He firmly believes that in this way the dream of Sonar Bangla that all the people of Bangladesh cherished since independence will come true someday.