Mr. Kaiser A. Chowdhury is the Chairman of AB Bank PLC. Mr. Chowdhury is an iconic banker with years of experience as CEO and Board Member of several Banks and Financial Institutions.
He started his career with ANZ Grindlays Bank in 1975 and worked for over 24 years in key positions before joining One Bank as CEO from 1999 to 2004 and then to AB Bank from 2005 to 2012. Later, he joined as CEO of Meghna Bank.
Mr. Chowdhury also worked in different capacities in GSP Finance Company (Bangladesh Limited) and Bangladesh International Arbitration Centre (BIAC).
Mr. Chowdhury also served as an Independent Director at the Premier Bank PLC. and as a Director at AB Bank PLC.
A writer with 50 publications, he takes keen interest in juvenile literature and has written copiously in this field. In 2013, he received the Bangla Academy Literary Award for his contribution to children’s literature.
With a post graduate degree in economics from Dhaka University and extensive and diverse experience, coupled with charismatic leadership and strong reputation as a prominent figure in the financial industry will greatly benefit AB Bank.
Mr. Ahmed is also the Chairman of Elite Paint Group and the Managing Director of Elite International Ltd., Hexagon Chemical Complex Ltd. and Ahmed Securities Services Ltd. among others. Apart from business activities, Mr. Feroz is also involved with various Socio-Cultural, Philanthropic and Sports organizations. He was associated with the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) as its AD-HOC Executive Committee Member. He is also a Member, Board of Trustees, Chittagong Independent University, life member of Chittagong Zila Krira Sangstha and member of Chattagram Mohanagari Krira Sangstha. He also a life member of Red Crescent Society, Chittagong, Maa O Shishu Haspatal, Chittagong.
Mr. Md. Fazlur Rahman has been elected as Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors.
Prior to this role, he served as President and Managing Director of AB Bank, where his visionary leadership guided the institution through pivotal financial milestones.
A Chartered Accountant with an MBA in Banking, Mr. Rahman is recognized for his profound understanding of banking operations, strategic planning, and financial analysis. His leadership has been instrumental in steering organizations through short-term market fluctuations while ensuring sustainable long-term growth.
Mr. Shajir Ahmed completed his Bilingual Diploma degree on International Baccalaureate (IB) from United World College of South East Asia, Singapore. Following which, he graduated in Business Management from Kings College London under University of London in 2008. In 2009, he started his first job as a Central Accounts Officer in Habib Bank AG Zurich, Dubai.
Upon Mr. Ahmed’s return to Bangladesh in 2010, he joined his family business as the Director of Elite Paint & Chemical Industries Limited, a pioneer manufacturer of different graded paints in Bangladesh. At present, Mr. Ahmed is the Managing Director of Super Silica Bangladesh Limited and the Director of Super Tel Limited, Super Sea Fish (Pvt.) Limited, Elite Super Plastic Ind. (Pvt.) Limited, Super Shares & Securities Limited., Elite Food Industries Limited, Broast Foods Ind. (Pvt.) Limited and Aurora Decor Limited. Mr. Ahmed also holds the position of Deputy Managing Director of Super Refinery (Pvt.) Limited, the first Natural Gas Condensate Refinery in the private sector since June 01, 2006 till date.
Mr. Shafiqul Alam joined AB Bank as Independent Director with effect from September 7, 2020. Mr. Alam, a seasoned banker having 40 years of banking experience served in different Senior Management Positions in local and multinational banks. He obtained his M.Sc degree from the University of Dhaka.
Mr. Alam started his career with ANZ Grindlays Bank (Bangladesh) in 1980, and served Prime Bank, First Security Islami Bank, United Commercial Bank and during 2013-2019 he was Managing Director & CEO of Jamuna Bank.
Mr. Md. Eskandar Miah joined AB Bank as Independent Director with effect from October 23, 2022. Mr. Miah is a veteran banker having 33 years banking experience and he served in different positions in various departments at Bangladesh Bank. He Joined Bangladesh Bank as Assistant Director in 1988.
Before retirement, he worked as Executive Director and Deputy Head: Bangladesh Financial Intelligence Unit, Bangladesh Bank, Head Office from February 2019 to 30 June, 2021.
He has vast experience in Banking Regulation and policy, Bangladesh Financial Intelligence Unit, Human Resources Management, Foreign Exchange Policy, Agricultural Credit and policy, Foreign Exchange Inspection, Professional Presentations, Expenditure Management and Payment Systems etc. He visited many countries and attended lots of training at home and abroad.
Dr. Nasima A. Rahman joined as an Independent Director of AB Bank PLC. on May 27, 2025. She is a distinguished legal professional and advocate at the High Court Division of the Supreme Court of Bangladesh, with over 25 years of extensive experience.
Dr. Rahman is an adroit specialist in diverse areas of law and has a strong reputation in legal governance, advocacy, and mentoring. She has profoundly contributed to research and international legal training, including UNHCR-sponsored programs.
She is an active member of the Bangladesh Bar Council and is widely recognized for her leadership in legal education, stakeholder engagement, and the promotion of public legal awareness.
Dr. Rahman holds a Ph.D. in Social Science, along with advanced degrees in law and human rights from the University of Dhaka and Dhaka International University.
Mr. Syed Mizanur Rahman has been appointed as Managing Director & CEO of AB Bank PLC. with effect from May 5, 2025.
Mr. Rahman joined AB Bank in March, 2011 as Senior Vice President and worked in major portfolios of the Bank before becoming the Additional Managing Director on August 13, 2024.
Mr. Syed Mizanur Rahman has over 28 years of banking experience. Before joining AB Bank, he worked for Dhaka Bank, IPDC, Bank Al Falah and United Commercial Bank. Over the years, Mr. Rahman acquired extensive knowledge in different segments of the banking industry with a distinct focus on Branch Banking, Retail, Process transformation, Business Development and Corporate Communication. He completed his MBA from Institute of Business Administration, University of Dhaka.
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