CHAIRMAN

Mr. Kutubuddin Ahmed is recognized to be one of the leading businessmen of Bangladesh, successfully running the conglomerates of Envoy Legacy and Sheltech Group with his visionary leadership, strong principle, and self-motivation. Having graduated from Bangladesh University of Engineering & Technology (BUET), Kutubuddin Ahmed commenced his business odyssey starting with Envoy back in 1984 with only a single garment manufacturing unit comprising of 44 machines. Over the years, it has flourished and subsequently transformed into the thriving entity known as Envoy Legacy. In 1988, he pioneered in the real estate sector establishing Sheltech, which currently has more than 12 flourishing entities. Mr. Ahmed’s proactive skills drove him towards his successful tenure as the President of Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers & Exporters Association (BGMEA) and President of Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce and Industry (MCCI), Dhaka. Mr. Ahmed's reputation transcends international boundaries as well; he has been adorned with the prestigious title of Knight Officer of the Spanish Royal Order of Merit in 2020. His passion is not confined only to business sector and philanthropy, rather he expresses his special interest in sports. He was awarded National Sports Award 2002 and also acted as the Secretary General of Bangladesh Olympic Association (BOA). Due to his successful and dynamic entrepreneurship, Mr. Ahmed was honored as 'The Business Person of the Year 2016' by Daily Star-DHL Business Awards. Moreover, earning LEED Platinum Certification for Envoy Textiles Limited in 2016 for Envoy Textiles was his striking success, adding another feather to the crown. Bangladesh's denim export economy owes largely to Mr. Ahmed's long-term contribution.

MANAGING DIRECTOR

Mr. Tanvir Ahmed, Managing Director of the company, was first appointed to the Board on June 27, 2010. With a practical approach to problem-solving and a drive to see things through to completion, Mr. Tanvir Ahmed is a dynamic individual with proven track record of success in his academic and business endeavours. A young successful entrepreneur spanning multiple sectors, Mr. Ahmed is a positive and hardworking individual who is always striving to achieve the highest standard possible. A dedicated, hardworking, and proactive businessperson, he is prompt at thinking outside-the-box and coming up with innovative ideas and solutions. After successfully completing his graduate and post graduate studies in the UK, he returned to Bangladesh and joined the family business. It was not long before he made his presence known in the local business community. Notable accomplishments in his journey include being the director India–Bangladesh Chamber of Commerce & Industry (IBCCI), awarded the Youngest Commercially Important Person (CIP) in 2014 and most recently, being elected as the director of Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA) in 2021. He is also the Managing Director of Sheltech Group. Apart from his professional life, Mr. Ahmed has also involved himself in social and welfare initiatives for the underprivileged and works closely with several NGOs to alleviate poverty. He hopes to lead the development of new ventures and incorporate traits of corporate cultures and intends to bring new and innovative ideas within the business by using his management expertise.

INDEPENDENT DIRECTOR

Mr. Shafiqur Rahman,Barrister-at-Law, an Advocate of Supreme Court of Bangladesh is the Court-appointed Independent Director. Having obtained LLB (Hons.) and LLM from University of Dhaka Mr. Shafiqur Rahman went to England, studied law in the University of London and achieved a second Honours degree in law. He did his bar vocational course in University of Northumbria at Newcastle and successfully completed it with a ‘very competent’ grade. He became a member of Lincoln’s Inn and was called to the bar in 2002. After coming back to Bangladesh he joined the Chambers of Dr. M. Zahir, a leading corporate and constitutional expert in Bangladesh, and remained with him until his sad demise in 2013. He enjoyed the benefits of working in big corporate chambers of Dr Zahir’s, which included dealing with large multinational corporate clients like Chevron, Lafarge, Youngone, Procter and Gamble, British American Tobacco, US Fibres, Haewae and Cathay Pacific, and prominent local clients like Berger, MJL Bangladesh Ltd., Grameenphone, Renata, IIDFC, IDLC, ACI, ONE Bank, AB Bank, LankaBangla Finance, Independent University, American International University, HRC Shipping, and so on.

He is mainly a litigator in the Supreme Court, though opinion writing, drafting contracts and vetting legal documents are part of his daily routine. His main areas of practice are: Admiralty, Corporate, Commercial, Securities, Banking, Insurance, Judicial Review (Writ) and Arbitration. He is the Legal Retainer of Dhaka Stock Exchange, advising on capital market and securities law. He works for several Protection and Indemnity (P & I) Clubs, including Standard Club Europe, Standard Club Asia, Swedish Club Hong Kong and Japan P & I Club. He regularly contributes legal articles in the law journal “Bangladesh Legal Times”. He is frequently appointed “amicus curiae” by the Company Bench of the High Court Division in critical cases and assist the court in arriving at correct judicial decisions.

INDEPENDENT DIRECTOR

Mr. Fakhruddin Ahmed, FCMA, FCA is the Court-appointed Independent Director of the Company. Mr. Ahmed, son of Late Mr. Abdur Rahman, was born in 1963 in a respectable Muslim family of Cumilla. His early education started at Cumilla, where he attended Comilla Zilla School and Victoria Govt. College. He obtained B.Com (Hons.) in Accounting and M.Com (Accounting) from the University of Dhaka in 1983 and 1984 respectively.

He is a Certified Chartered Accountant and Auditor and also a Certified Cost and Management Accountant and Auditor. He is enlisted as a fellow member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Bangladesh (ICAB) and the Institute of Cost & Management Accountants of Bangladesh (ICMAB).

Mr. Fakhruddin Ahmed started his early service in Techno Fochi (Bangladesh) Ltd., Dhaka as a Chief Accountant in late 1993 and following year joined Reliance Insurance Limited, Dhaka and has worked in several positions as Deputy General Manager (F&A), General Manager (F&A) & Company Secretary until 1998.

He has also served as an Independent Director of Bangladesh National Insurance Company Limited during the year June, 2015 to September, 2021.

Mr. Fakhruddin Ahmed has also appointed as one of the Independent Director of Bangladesh Industrial Finance Company Limited as per the Hon’ble High Court Division’s Order dated September 09, 2021, passed in Company Matter No. 32 of 2020.

Hon’ble High Court has also appointed him as one of the members of the Board of Directors of E-valy.com Limited as per the Hon’ble High Court Division’s Order dated 18th October, 2021, passed in Company Matter No. 212 of 2021.

Mr. Ahmed has also appointed as one of the Independent Director of Reptiles Farm Limited as per the Hon’ble High Court Division’s Order dated December 09, 2021, passed in Company Matter No. 299 of 2019.

He is currently the Managing Director of Newage Textiles Limited, Newage Accessories Limited, Newage Plastics Limited, Jimay Newage Printing and Dyeing Company. All these companies are operated under Newage Group, reputable for export oriented manufacturing of knit fabrics and garment accessories where he has devoted all his talents and skills to make the company from a single unit company to a multi unit profit oriented industries with sound fiscal responsibilities.

Mr. Fakhruddin Ahmed also engaged as Adjunct Faculty Member in the Department of Business Studies of State University of Bangladesh for MBA & EMBA programs.

Mr. Fakhruddin Ahmed has more than 30 years of professional experience in the field of finance and accounts and has ability to manage complex projects with excellent organization skills and has active professional network of relevant contacts in the local business communities. During his involvement in various positions, companies have experienced huge expansion and have gained the status of one of the leading companies in the related sectors.

INDEPENDENT DIRECTOR

Mr. Syed Shahed Reza was appointed to the Board on 11 October 2018 as Independent Director. Mr. Shahed is a dynamic personality, holds a Masters degree in Public Administration from Dhaka University, has multi-exposure in the field of diplomatic affairs, education, Social, Culture and Sports.

He was a Secretary to Bangladesh Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Ambassador to the Republic of Yemen. He was also an Ambassador to the Bangladesh Embassy in Kuwait.

He worked as National Chancellor-Bangladesh Chapter for International Association of Education for World Peach (IAEWP), NGO UN (ECOSOC) UNDP, UNICEF, UNESCO and UNCEO.

Mr. Shahed is also an active sports organizer, he was a Secretary General of Bangladesh Olympic Association, apart from his leadership position in various prestigious sport organization.

Sk. Bashir Ahmed was born in 3rd January, 1957. He completed his Graduation in Civil Engineering from Bangladesh University of Engineering & Technology (BUET). Despite being an Engineer by profession, he found himself interested in business Sector & set up his own business and now he is one of the most renowned businessmen of Bangladesh. He joined Envoy as director in 1990. Envoy Legacy has received National Trophies in Business Sector several times. His significant leadership & outstanding communication skill has made him a successful entrepreneur. Apart from being a business person, Sk. Bashir Ahmed is also a sports activist. Currently he is serving as the President of Bangladesh Gymnastic Federation, Vice president of Bangladesh Olympic Association and Director at the Board of Abahani Limited. He was former joint secretary of Bangladesh Cricket Board.

DIRECTOR

Mrs. Rashida Ahmed, Mrs. Rashida Ahmed, Director of the company, was first appointed to the Board on July 2, 2000. She graduated from University of Dhaka & is the wife of Mr. Kutubuddin Ahmed.

DIRECTOR

Mrs. Sumayyah Ahmed, Director of the Company, was first appointed to the Board on April 12, 2017. She completed Masters in Marketing and Brand Management from University of Essex, UK in 2014.

Mrs. Sumayyah is the daughter of Mr. Kutubuddin Ahmed, Chairman of the Company.

She is playing a vital role in devolvement of Branding for the company.

Mr. Moin Uddin is the founder CEO and director operation of Sheltech Brokerage Ltd., He worked as a key personnel in both IDLC Securities and City Brokerage, the two top brokerages of the country. Dealing with high net worth clients, Mr. Moin Uddin managed one of the largest portfolios of local capital market. The experience is reflected in the new client base of Sheltech Brokerage Ltd. as it has built a large base of high net worth clients within a very short time. He promotes a culture where institutional and high net worth clients receive customized and specialized services. He is currently the director of Sheltech Ceramics Ltd.

Mr. Sunil Daulatram Daryanani Joint Chif Executive Officer, has been an integral part of Epic Group since 1995. Diligent and dedicated, he plays a key role in sourcing, marketing and merchandising. Among his notable achivements is the strategic management and expansion of major key accounts, including one of the largent retailersd in the USA and globally.

Born and raise in Mumbai on May 1, 1970, Mr. Daryanani currently resides in Hong Kong with his wife and two children.

DIRECTOR

Nominee of Cosmopolitan Industries (Pvt.) limited, Bangladesh (CIPL)

Mr. Dinesh Gope Virwani represents Cosmopolitan Industries (Pvt.) limited, Bangladesh (CIPL), as its Vice-Chairman. Cosmopolitan Industries (Pvt.) limited is an institutional shareholder of Envoy Textiles limited, holding 2.15% of the company's shares.

CIPL is a member of Epic Group, a globally renowned multinational apparel manufacturing conglomerate with a presence in Hong Kong SAR, Bangladesh, Dubai, the USA, India, jordan, and various other countries. Head quartered in Hong Kong, Epic Group is celebrated for its extensive global footprint and industry-leading expertise.

Mr. Virwani, who joined Epic Group in 1992, is known for his forward-thinking approach and exceptional business development skills. With hands-on expertise in manufacturing, he is primarily responsible for corporate planning, Business development, strategic partnerships, operational oversight, and risk management. His leadership has been instrumental in driving the success and expansion of Epic Group.

A graduate with an MBA from the University of Mumbai, Mr. Virwani plays a pivotal role in steering the global operations of Epic Group. Born on November 18,1974, he is an Indian national currently residing in Hong Kong SAR.