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Chairman IOE (Bangladesh) Limited

Aftab Ul Islam

Chairman IOE (Bangladesh) Limited

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Industries

Information Technology Insurance Outsourcing Finance & Accounting Venture Capital

Education

Fellowship (FCA)

Institute of Chartered Accountants of Bangladesh

LLB

B. Com

About Me

Born on the 1st of July, 1950, hailing from a respected Muslim family of Cumilla, Mr. A. K. M. Aftab Ul Islam is a distinguished figure who has dedicated his life to advancing the prosperity and well-being of Bangladesh. A true entrepreneur at heart, Mr. Islam has carved a remarkable legacy across multiple domains, emerging as a gifted and accomplished leader with a visionary outlook. A natural polymath, his sphere of knowledge spans diverse fields. His educational background is testament to that with degrees in Commerce and Law. Furthermore, his distinction as a Chartered Accountant (CA) and his Fellowship (FCA) at the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Bangladesh reflect his commitment to excellence and expertise in Finance, Accounting and Management.

Experience

Chairman
IOE (Bangladesh) Ltd

Leading a Company dedicated to distributing office equipment and technology, Mr. Islam's vision extends beyond business success to bridging the digital divide in Bangladesh.

Chairman
Asia Pacific General Insurance Company Ltd

Guides an Insurance Company serving the people of Bangladesh, contributing to risk mitigation for individuals and business houses.

Chairman
ATAZ DocuNet

Overseeing an outsourcing Company, enhancing efficiency through document-related services, aiding diverse industries.

Partner
Islam Aftab Kamrul and Co

His role in this CA Firm underscores his commitment to Finance and Accounting, offering valuable expertise to the clients and the business community.

Director (Founding Chairman)
BD Venture Ltd

Pioneering Bangladesh's first Venture Capital Company, supporting startups and innovation, fostering economic growth and job creation.

First Bangladeshi Country Manager
NCR Corporation

Served an impressive 16 years. An American Multinational Company specializing in the distribution & marketing of Office Automation and IT Equipment.

Social & Other Activities

  • Board Director: SMC Enterprise Limited
  • Board Director: Surjer Hashi (A project by the USAID)
  • Member of Executive Committee: ICC Bangladesh
  • Former President: Bangladesh Computer Samity (BCS)
  • Former President: Dhaka Chamber of Commerce & Industry (DCCI)
  • President: American Chamber of Commerce in Bangladesh (AmCham) - First Bangladeshi President, served 4 terms
  • Former Director: Federation of Bangladesh Chamber of Commerce & Industries (FBCCI) (2005-2010, 2017-2019)
  • Former Chairperson: SME Foundation (2009-2011)
  • Former Member of the Board of Directors: Bangladesh Bank (2017-2025)
  • Former Board of Governors: IBA, Dhaka University (2004-2024)
  • Former Board Director: British American Tobacco Bangladesh (BAT) (2019-2025)
  • Former Chairman: Business Finance for the Poor in Bangladesh (Bangladesh Challenge Fund)
  • Former Country Director: South Asia Regional Energy Coalition (SAREC)
  • Former Vice President: Fair Election Monitoring Alliance (FEMA)
  • Former Founder Vice President: International Institute of Business, Bangladesh Chapter
  • Former President: Rotary Club of Dhaka North (1992-1993)
  • Former Member: Eisenhower Fellowship Nominating Committee
  • Former Chairman: Impact PR

Awards

  • Maulana Akram Kha Memorial Gold Medal in 1999 for excellent contributions in the field of IT
  • Rapport Management Award in 2000 as Business Leader of the Year
  • Lincoln Memorial Development Award in the International Business Development Sector (2017)
  • Gunijon Sommanona Award and Gold Medal given away by Dhaka Commerce College (2015)
  • Mahatma Gandhi Peace Award (2024) for extraordinary contribution in Business and Social development by Bharat Bangladesh Cultural Society