Sajjad Iftikhar

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER, HOECHST PAKISTAN LIMITED

Sajjad Iftikhar is a seasoned business leader and Fellow Member of ICAP with extensive experience across corporate leadership, investments, mergers and acquisitions, and governance. As CEO and Executive Director of Hoechst Pakistan Limited, he leads one of Pakistan’s leading pharmaceutical companies. He also serves on the boards of multiple Packages Group companies and advises organizations on financial and investment matters. Previously, he led IGI Investments and played a key role in strategic acquisitions across healthcare, insurance, and manufacturing sectors. Sajjad is a Certified Internal Auditor and has completed executive leadership programs from INSEAD and LUMS.

Khubaib Ahmed

CHIEF HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICER, SERVICE INDUSTRIES LIMITED

Khubaib Ahmed is a distinguished HR leader with over 25 years of experience across manufacturing, telecommunications, FMCG, pharmaceuticals, engineering, and retail sectors. As Group Chief Human Resources Officer at Servis Group, he leads enterprise-wide people strategy, organizational transformation, talent management, and leadership development initiatives. Throughout his career, he has successfully driven HR modernization, succession planning, workforce transformation, and employee engagement across local and international markets. His expertise in governance, change management, and strategic workforce planning enables organizations to align people capabilities with long-term business growth and sustainable performance.

Mohammad Naukhez Arslan

CHIEF EXPERIENCE OFFICER, TMC – TALLY MARKS CONSULTING PVT. LTD.

Mohammad Naukhez Arslan is a respected corporate executive with more than three decades of leadership experience in digital transformation, customer experience, and talent strategy. During his 34-year career at Siemens Pakistan, he held senior leadership positions including Head of HR and Head of Digital Industries. Currently serving as Chief Experience Officer at TMC, he remains an influential contributor to Pakistan’s HR and learning community. He has served on the Executive Committee of PSHRM for over 15 years and previously completed three terms on the Board of Governors of PSTD, supporting professional development and institutional growth nationwide.

Erum Shakir Rahim

VICE PRESIDENT & GENERAL MANAGER, GSK PAKISTAN

Erum Shakir Rahim is a highly accomplished business leader with over 30 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry. As Vice President and General Manager of GSK Pakistan, she has led business growth, strategic acquisitions, portfolio expansion, and stakeholder engagement across multiple markets in Asia. Having held leadership roles in Malaysia, Bangladesh, Indonesia, and Pakistan, she brings extensive international experience in commercial strategy and organizational leadership. Erum serves on several industry and business forums, championing healthcare advancement, marketing excellence, and women’s leadership. She is widely recognized for her commitment to talent development and building high-performing teams.

Umar Ahsan Khan

MANAGING DIRECTOR & CEO, DAWLANCE

Umar Ahsan Khan is a seasoned business executive and board director with over 35 years of experience spanning finance, operations, corporate governance, and executive leadership. As Managing Director and CEO of Dawlance, he leads strategic growth, transformation, and sustainability initiatives within a multinational business environment. He previously played a pivotal role in Dawlance’s acquisition by Arçelik and has held senior leadership positions across leading organizations. Umar also serves as an Independent Director on multiple boards, contributing expertise in governance, audit, risk management, and long-term value creation. He is recognized for his balanced leadership and strong strategic judgment.

Zeshan Taj Khan

ADVISOR TO THE CEO, BURQUE CORPORATION

Zeshan Taj Khan is an accomplished HR and business leader with over two decades of experience across Asia and Australia. He currently serves as Chairperson HR Committee and Advisor to the CEO and Board at Burque Corporation. Previously, he held senior leadership roles including Chief People Officer at Engro Corporation and Group CHRO at PARCO. Known for driving large-scale organizational transformation, culture change, and governance initiatives, Zeshan has also worked across sales, marketing, supply chain, and consulting roles. He is passionate about building inclusive, sustainable organizations that create value for both people and business.

Arif Hussain Nomani

GENERAL MANAGER & HEAD OF HUMAN RESOURCES, PAKISTAN STATE OIL

Arif Hussain Nomani is a Chartered HR professional with more than 24 years of experience leading people and culture transformation across Pakistan’s leading organizations. As General Manager and Head of Human Resources at Pakistan State Oil, he drives strategic HR initiatives focused on organizational effectiveness, leadership development, and workforce growth. His career includes leadership roles at Engro, HBL, ICI, Siemens, and Ismail Industries. A strong advocate of continuous learning, he also serves as visiting faculty at IoBM, teaching change management, organizational development, and strategic human resource management.

Ahmed Zahid Zaheer

CHAIRMAN & CEO, CHEVRON PAKISTAN

Ahmed Zahid Zaheer is a seasoned energy sector leader with extensive experience across the downstream oil, gas, lubricants, and retail fuels industries. As Country Chairman and CEO of Chevron Pakistan, he leads strategic growth, business transformation, and operational excellence initiatives. Throughout his career, he has held senior leadership roles with Chevron, Shell, and SSGC, successfully managing large-scale investments, business integrations, and market expansion programs. Ahmed also contributes to several leading industry and governance bodies, bringing deep expertise in corporate leadership, stakeholder engagement, and sustainable business growth.

Palwasha Ahsan Riar

HUMAN RESOURCES DIRECTOR, WAFI ENERGY PAKISTAN

Palwasha Riar is an accomplished HR leader with over 20 years of experience across human resources, talent development, and commercial leadership. As Human Resources Director at Wafi Energy Pakistan, she leads people strategy, organizational capability, and workforce transformation initiatives. Prior to this role, she managed regional capability and talent agendas across Asia, partnering with senior leadership teams to drive learning and performance excellence. Recognized through multiple professional awards, including the Brandon Hall Gold Award, Palwasha is known for building future-ready talent pipelines and fostering high-performance cultures. She is a Gold Medalist from IBA Karachi and a Certified Professional in Talent Development (CPTD).

Mishaal H. Shirazi

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER, ATLAS REAL ESTATE (PRIVATE) LIMITED

Mishaal H. Shirazi is a financial services and real estate executive with over 14 years of experience spanning banking, credit and risk management, capital markets, asset management, private equity, and real estate investments. As Chief Executive Officer of Atlas Real Estate, she leads the company’s investment, development, asset management, and facility management businesses. In addition to her leadership role, she contributes to strategic growth initiatives across the Atlas Group, including asset management and private equity investments. Mishaal serves on the Board of Directors of Techlogix and is a Certified Director from the Pakistan Institute of Corporate Governance.

Sanam Sheikh

HR LEAD FOODS PTAB & HEAD OF HR PAKISTAN, UNILEVER PAKISTAN

Sanam Sheikh is a seasoned business and HR leader with over 24 years of experience across human resources, commercial operations, customer experience, and organizational transformation. Currently serving as HR Lead Foods PTAB and Head of HR Pakistan at Unilever, she brings a unique blend of people leadership and business expertise developed across leading multinational organizations. Her career includes senior leadership roles at Jazz, PepsiCo, Coca-Cola Icecek, Corteva, and Abacus Consulting, where she led large-scale transformation, capability development, governance, and commercial excellence initiatives across multiple markets. Sanam is passionate about leveraging AI, continuous learning, and future-ready talent development to drive organizational performance and growth.

Aadil Riaz

DIRECTOR HUMAN RESOURCES, PAKISTAN CABLES LIMITED

Aadil Riaz is an accomplished HR leader with nearly two decades of experience in human resources, organizational transformation, and change management across Pakistan, the UAE, and Oman. As Director Human Resources at Pakistan Cables Limited, he leads people strategy and organizational development initiatives that support business growth and workforce excellence. Throughout his career, he has held senior HR leadership roles with leading organizations including K-Electric, Shell, PTCL, HBL, Albatha Group, KPMG, and PwC Consulting. Aadil holds an MBA, LLB, and CIPD qualification from the UK, and actively contributes to professional and industry bodies focused on talent and organizational development.

Adeel Rahmani

HEAD OF HUMAN RESOURCES, PAKISTAN PETROLEUM LIMITED

Adeel Rahmani is a seasoned HR and corporate leadership professional with over 26 years of experience in Pakistan’s energy sector. Currently serving as Head of Human Resources at Pakistan Petroleum Limited, he has led diverse functions including Human Resources, Corporate Communications, Health, Safety, Environment, Security, Administration, and Corporate Social Responsibility. His career spans leading exploration and production organizations including Union Texas Petroleum, BP Pakistan, OMV Pakistan, and PPL. Combining strong people leadership with a practical understanding of core business operations, Adeel has played a key role in driving organizational effectiveness, employee engagement, and sustainable business performance.

Fahd Kamal Chinoy

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER, PAKISTAN CABLES LIMITED

Fahd Kamal Chinoy is a business leader with extensive experience in corporate strategy, operations, and business growth. As Chief Executive Officer of Pakistan Cables Limited, he leads one of Pakistan’s most established industrial organizations. Prior to becoming CEO, he held leadership roles across sales, marketing, supply chain, and information technology within the company. Earlier in his career, he worked in corporate banking and loan syndications with TD Securities in North America. Fahd serves on the boards of several organizations and foundations and is a Certified Director from the Pakistan Institute of Corporate Governance. He holds an MBA from INSEAD and a degree from the University of Pennsylvania.

Jawad Gilani

GROUP HEAD HUMAN RESOURCES, PACKAGES GROUP

Jawad Gilani is a globally experienced HR leader with expertise spanning organizational development, leadership coaching, learning, and talent management. As Group Head Human Resources at Packages Group, he oversees HR operations across a diverse portfolio of businesses operating in multiple countries. His career includes leadership roles in HR and Learning & Development across North America, Pakistan, and the broader region. Recognized internationally, Jawad is a member of the Forbes HR Council and is known for helping organizations navigate transformation and build high-performing cultures. He is also a certified leadership development coach with extensive international coaching experience.

Khaldoon Bin Latif

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER, ALFALAH ASSET MANAGEMENT LTD.

Khaldoon Bin Latif is a distinguished capital markets and investment management professional with more than 20 years of experience across asset management, investment banking, private equity, brokerage, and advisory services. As Chief Executive Officer of Alfalah Investments, he leads one of Pakistan’s leading asset management companies overseeing a broad portfolio of investment solutions. Throughout his career, he has successfully led several financial institutions and delivered transformational business growth. Khaldoon also serves on corporate and industry boards, contributing to governance and financial sector development. His expertise spans both local and international markets, including extensive experience across the Middle East and Asia.

Jamal Nasir

CHIEF HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICER, HBL

Jamal Nasir is a highly respected HR leader with over 30 years of experience across banking, financial services, and industrial sectors. As Chief Human Resources Officer at HBL, he leads people strategy for Pakistan’s largest commercial bank. His career includes senior HR leadership roles with United Bank Limited, Standard Chartered Bank, and ABN AMRO, with responsibilities spanning Pakistan, South Asia, Southeast Asia, and broader regional markets. He also brings valuable cross-functional experience from engineering and industrial roles earlier in his career. Jamal is recognized for his expertise in leadership development, organizational transformation, and building high-performance cultures across complex organizations.

Hasan Adnan Ahmed

CO-FOUNDER – ELEVAREX CONSULTING & LEADERS ONBOARD

Hasan Adnan Ahmed is an accomplished HR and business leader with more than 25 years of international experience across human resources, public affairs, communications, and commercial operations. His career spans leadership roles with Coca-Cola CCI, British American Tobacco, and global consulting firms, with assignments across South Asia, the Middle East, and Europe. Known for leading culture transformation, organizational integration, and leadership development initiatives, Hasan combines strategic business insight with deep people expertise. He is an accredited Executive Coach, a Fellow of CIPD, and actively contributes to Pakistan’s professional development landscape through leadership roles in PSHRM and PSTD.

Muhammad Rizwan Dalia

CHIEF PEOPLE OFFICER, K-ELECTRIC LIMITED

Muhammad Rizwan Dalia is a seasoned HR, governance, and finance professional with over two decades of leadership experience. As Chief People Officer and Company Secretary at K-Electric, he leads the organization’s people strategy, corporate governance, and organizational development agenda. A Fellow Chartered Accountant and Certified Director, Rizwan has held senior leadership roles across finance, corporate affairs, and human resources throughout his career. Prior to joining K-Electric, he worked with A.F. Ferguson & Co. (PwC) and Pakistan State Oil. He is recognized for building strong governance frameworks, driving organizational transformation, and aligning people strategies with business growth and performance.

Umer Farid

GROUP CHIEF PEOPLE OFFICER, PTCL GROUP

Umer Farid is a seasoned HR leader with extensive international experience across telecommunications, FMCG, and consumer goods sectors. As Group Chief People Officer at PTCL Group, he leads people strategy, organizational effectiveness, talent development, and leadership transformation initiatives. His career spans leading multinational organizations including PTCL Group (e&), PepsiCo, British American Tobacco, Telenor Group, and Pakistan Tobacco Company, with experience across Pakistan, South Korea, Norway, and Bangladesh. Umer is recognized for building high-performance cultures and leadership teams that drive business growth. He holds multiple international HR certifications and is actively engaged with professional HR and business forums.

Sikander Hazir

HEAD OF HR, ENGRO

Sikander Hazir is an accomplished people and organizational development leader with over 16 years of experience in human resources, talent management, and business transformation. As Chief of Staff to the Chairman and Head of Talent & Culture at Engro Holdings, he plays a pivotal role in shaping leadership strategy, organizational design, succession planning, and culture across the Group’s diverse portfolio. Known for aligning people strategies with long-term business priorities, Sikander has successfully driven initiatives focused on workforce productivity, leadership effectiveness, and organizational growth. He holds an MBA and an Engineering degree from NUST and has completed executive education at Harvard University.