Board Members
Smart Entrepreneur Society has an effective and properly structured system of worthy board members that offer their high quality and valuable advice that truly enhances the odds of society’s success. The valuable board members of Smart Entrepreneur Society offer their valuable advice and thorough guidelines regarding the ever-growing business and entrepreneurial industry having extensive industry knowledge and experience as distinguished and established business leaders. Our valuable and noble board members involved:
THINK TANK BOARD MEMBER
JUSTICE (F) SHAHAB SARKI
MANAGING PARTNER | NURUDDIN SARKI & CO
Mr. Shahab Sarki is Managing Director in Nuruddin Sarki & Co and Senior Advocate of
Supreme Court of Pakistan. Being second generation of lawyers in the family, he did his MBA and BBA from IBA in the years 1989 and 1988 respectively and worked in the Banque Indo Swiss for a brief period of 3 years before he did LLB (Hons.) in 1993. Since 1995 he has been actively practicing and specializes in corporate, commercial, banking and financial crimes.
He served standing counsel for Government of Pakistan between 2009-12 and meanwhile was elected as Honorary Secretary of Sindh High Court Bar Association in 2011-12. He was elevated as Justice High Court of Sindh in 2014-15. Subsequently, Mr. Sarki got elected as President Sindh High Court Bar Association 2021-2022 & he is the member of Pakistan Bar Council. Last, but not the least, he is a think tank board member of Smart Entrepreneur Society.
THINK TANK BOARD MEMBER
BARRISTER MIAN ALI ASHFAQ
SENIOR PARTNER | S.M MASUD & ASSOCIATES
Mr. Mian Ali Ashfaq is a highly respected advocate with expertise spanning a diverse array of legal domains, including civil, criminal, banking, finance, corporate, human rights, and constitutional law. Admitted to practice in 2010, his qualifications include a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from The Institute of Legal Studies, Lahore, an MSc in Journalism from the University of the Punjab, and a Master of Laws (LL.M) from BPP Law School, London, where he graduated with distinction. A member of various prestigious bar associations, including the Punjab Bar Council and the Lahore Tax Bar Association, Mr. Ashfaq boasts an impressive track record of achievements and credentials. Notably, he excelled in his LL.M studies and participated in the esteemed Economic Crime Symposium at the University of Cambridge. With extensive experience as a visiting faculty member at renowned universities and a Secretariat Member of the Economic Crime Symposium, Mr. Ashfaq is recognized as a leading advocate in both high-profile and complex legal matters. Specializing in criminal law, he has successfully represented clients in various specialized courts and appellate proceedings, earning a reputation for his adept handling of critical and challenging cases. Through his expertise and dedication, Mr. Ashfaq continues to serve individuals and corporations with unparalleled commitment and satisfaction.
ADVISORY BOARD MEMBER
HUMZA Y. TABANI
CEO -VICE CHAIRMAN | TABANI GROUP OF COMPANIES
Mr. Humza Y Tabani, respected Vice Chairman of Tabani Group is one of the leading epitome of commitment, innovation, and knowledge. As the dedicated spearhead of the fourth generation, entering the Tabani Group, Mr. Humza Y Tabani has been keenly guided by the third generation. His fundamental goal is to offer excellent indulgence in the practical business environment by joining hands with the superiors to proffer to the progress and betterment of the Tabani Group. Mr. Humza Y Tabani’s noble contributions to date involve his proficient role as Director Textile and Chief Operating Officer within Tabani Group of Companies. Moreover, Mr. Humza Y Tabani has extended his valuable services as Director of Cargo and Courier Services and Director Operations at Aero Asia Intl & Aero Express by analyzing marketing strategies and offering innovative solutions for the ultimate progress of the business.
Having an MBA degree from a reputable University and possessing extensive international exposure with key players and personalities belonging to the trading and business industry, Mr. Humza Y Tabani has a strong desire and keen passion to bequest positively towards the business progress and taking Tabani Group of Industries to new heights of technological advancements, innovation and success
ADVISORY BOARD MEMBER
DR. RIZWAN KHAN
FOUNDER & CEO | DRGA GLOBAL ASSOCIATES LLC
Dr. Rizwan Khan is CEO of DGRA Global Associates LLC, USA, CFO and CIO of a European manufacturing company and CTO of a Vietnamese IT company. In 2018, he was also elected as the founding president of IMA Vietnam Chapter, being the only foreigner candidate for the position. It is a proud moment for Pakistan to be represented in emerging markets.
He is also co-founder of CFO Club in Pakistan and United Kingdom. Dr. Khan is a renowned global speaker and has over 25 years of industry and academia experience in various countries around the world. His areas of expertise include, but not limited to, finance, turnaround management, IT, Supply Chain, entrepreneurship, cognitive and behavioral training and pedagogy. Last, but not the least, he is an advisory board member of Smart Entrepreneur Society.
ADVISORY BOARD MEMBER
ABDUL JABBAR RATHOD
GROUP EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | DREAMWORLD RESORT, HOTEL & GOLF COURSE | DESTINATION HOTELS BY DREAMWORLD
Abdul Jabbar Rathod is a prominent personality of Memon Community, he is certainly one of them who by virtue of his soft nature, friendly gesture and helping hand, has become an apple of eye of everyone not in Memon Community and the corporate sector.
He has an extensive entitlements throughout his worthy career which is un-ignorable but shareable as Vice Chairman-Pakistan Chapter Leadership Forum, Executive Committee Member-Pakistan Hotel Association, Vice President-Rotary Platinum, Vice Chairman-Consumer Association of Pakistan, Patron in Chief-Help Foundation, Director Corporate Relations-Own Karachi Foundation, Head of Corporate-Memon Entertainment, External Member ORIC-Steering Committee Jinnah University,Member-Corporate Advisory Council Karachi University, Advisory Board Member-Smart Entrepreneur Society, Vice President-Commecs, Vice President-Joining Hands Welfare Organization, Past President-Memon professional Forum, BOD & Vice President-Harmony Social Welfare Organization, Member-Karachi Club, Member-Arts Council Karachi, Member-World Memon Organization, Member-Pakistan American Cultural Center, Member-Pakistan Institute of International Affairs & Member-Pakistan Marketing Association.
ADVISORY BOARD MEMBER
AHMAR AZAM
FOUNDER & CEO | TRIFIT ( TRIFIT LIMITED & TRIFIT HOLDINGS LIMITED)
Ahmar Azam FCA (England & Wales) is a Big four trained, top-line driven professional with over 20 years of international finance, strategy and business building experience. Previously the CFO and then CEO of Leejam Sports Fitness (15th largest fitness chain in the world), he is currently the founder and CEO of TriFit Limited, Pakistan’s first international level chain of health and fitness clubs. Ahmar is also an independent Board member to the Honorable Audit Committee – International Cricket Council (ICC); honorary member of the ICAEW Middle East Advisory Board; independent board member of Gold’s Gym Saudi Arabia; and Member of the Advisory Panel on Policy Making for Tasdeeq Pakistan (a project of Safe Pakistan Welfare Trust).
ADVISORY BOARD MEMBER
DR. MUHAMMAD ASIF KHAN
FOUNDER & CHAIRMAN | HAPPY PALACE GROUP OF SCHOOL & COLLEGES
Dr. Muhammad Asif Khan laid the foundations of a school in 1982. Since its inception, the school has seen tremendous growth and success. Today, HPGS consists of several branches catering to students of Pre- School to A Levels/Intermediate.
Mr Asif Khan, is an educationist, philanthropist, businessman, social worker and the founder and administrator of all the branches of Happy Palace Grammar School. He has an extensive experience in managing all affairs of school; from curriculum development to infrastructural development of the school. He dedicates majority of his time planning for the future of this institution and continuously strives of improvement.
ADVISORY BOARD MEMBER
tAHIR MAHMOOD CHAUDHRY
PRESIDENT | TURNAROUND MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION pAKISTAN
Tahir Mahmood Chaudhry epitomizes a rare blend of educator and practitioner in the realms of leadership, turnaround management, and organizational development. With a fervent commitment to fostering agile learning cultures, Tahir has dedicated himself to sharing unconventional and innovative perspectives on talent, leadership, and business. As a professor of practice, he imparts wisdom in entrepreneurship, startup culture development, and turnaround management, while also serving as a consultant in capacity building and industry-academia linkage. With an extensive teaching background spanning esteemed institutions such as Bahria University and NUST, Tahir has trained over 10,000 students and industry professionals, empowering them to embark on their entrepreneurial journeys. Additionally, his contributions extend to advisory roles at institutions like the National Computing Education Accreditation Council, where he spearheaded initiatives to bridge the gap between academia and industry needs. Through his multifaceted engagements, Tahir Mahmood Chaudhry continues to shape the landscape of entrepreneurship and innovation in Pakistan.