Mr. Mohammed Mohiuddin FCMA, Chairman of Island Securities Limited, was born in an off-shore Island... Read More

Mr. Mohammed Mohiuddin FCMA, Chairman of Island Securities Limited, was born in an off-shore Island “HATIYA” under the district of Noakhali on 2nd August 1946. He is the son of Late Moulobi Monabbar Uddin and Late Mymuna Khatun. Mr. Mohammed Mohiuddin FCMA did his honours in Commerce and Masters in Accounting from Dhaka University in the year 1967 and 1968 respectively. He took his professional degree in Cost and Management Accounting in 1971 from Pakistan Institute of Industrial Accountants. He has been elected as fellow of ICMAB in 1979. Mr. Mohiuddin had been associated with ICMAB as Branch Council Secretary, Branch Council Chairman and Member National Council for three terms (1979-1989). Prior to his election as President of the National Council of ICMAB he was Vice-President for the year 1993-1994. He was one of our successful instructors of Chittagong Centre (1972-1987). Mr. Mohiuddin has wide range of multidisciplinary experience over long 55 years. While working for Glaxo Bangladesh Ltd. (1970-1987) he had held the post of Cost Supervisor (1970-1972), Cost Accounts Officer (1972-1975), Sr. Accounts Officer (1975-1979), Audit Manager (1979-1981), Purchasing Manager (1981-1987). He also worked for a short period at Beximco Group as Finance Manager of their construction company, Soiltech International Ltd. In late 1988 Mr. Mohiuddin joined Azim Group, a renowned Garment Manufacturer and Exporter, as General Manager. Worked at their Sweater Factory, Global Knit-Wear Limited (1988-1990). Since January 1991 he has been working as Executive Director (Finance & Administration) of the same group. He retired from Azim Group in June 2005 and joined family business. Currently he is working as the Chairman of Island Securities Ltd and BLP Warm Fashion Ltd. Mr. Mohiuddin presented many papers at different ICMA Seminars, SAFA Seminars, contributed many articles which were published in our journal. He also represented ICMAB in CAPA Conference, Australia, SAFA Conference in Sri Lanka, India, Nepal and Pakistan. Mr. Mohiuddin is an active member of various social organizations. He was District Chairman in the district cabinet of Lions Club International 315-B2, Bangladesh. He was President of Lions Club of Chittagong Progressive. Mr. Mohiuddin is the author of capital market related two books one is “Share Bajar Jiggasha” – a best-selling book that addresses common questions and provides valuable insights into the capital market. And another is “Pujibazar Bisleson” – a comprehensive guide focused on capital market analysis. Mr. Mohiuddin has dedicated himself to improve the quality of Industrial Management in Bangladesh. He strongly believes innovativeness is the key to success in every sphere of Industrial Management. He teaches us to be better than before, to be better than yesterday, be proactive. It is much safer and productive than reactive. Read Less

Mohammed Nakeem Uddin Nishad, born on December 10, 1978, in Chittagong, Bangladesh, is a distinguish... Read More

Mohammed Nakeem Uddin Nishad, born on December 10, 1978, in Chittagong, Bangladesh, is a distinguished business leader with over two decades of extensive experience in the garment sourcing, manufacturing, and export industry. He is currently serving as the Managing Director of BLP Warm Fashion Ltd, one of the prominent garment export companies in Bangladesh, and also holds the positions of Managing Director at Island Securities Ltd and Director & CEO of Atex Associates Ltd. Mr. Nakeem’s professional journey began with rigorous training at ACNABIN, Bangladesh’s renowned CA firm, from 1999 to 2003. He successfully passed the CA Intermediate exams in 2004, which laid a solid foundation for his illustrious career. His academic background includes passing the Secondary School Certificate (S.S.C) in 1993 from Shah Oliullah Institute, securing his Higher Secondary Certificate (H.S.C) in 1995 from Chittagong College, and earning a B.Com degree from Govt. Commerce College in 1998. His entrepreneurial career is marked by a strategic focus on global markets. He manages deep relationships with North American and European garment buyers, overseeing a network of 14 to 15 sweater factories. Under his leadership, his company achieved a turnover of approximately USD 4 million in 2017. His keen understanding of international markets and quality standards has enabled his organization to expand into new territories, including a significant push into the Chinese clothing market. Internationally, Mr. Nakeem frequently visits to the United States for business development, along with regular trips to Poland, China, Hong Kong, Saudi Arabia, Thailand, and Spain. These international engagements have enhanced his global network and provided valuable insights into emerging trends and market demands. His personal life is rooted in Chittagong, where he resides with family members. Mr. Nakeem’s strategic vision, combined with his professional expertise and extensive international exposure, positions him as a key influencer in Bangladesh’s garment export sector, with ongoing efforts to expand his business footprint globally. Read Less