Ahmed Istiaque Bin Rafique
Dhaka
Summary
Twenty-nine years of experience in the banking industry with a focus on driving business growth and maximizing shareholder value. Demonstrated success in navigating complex financial landscapes and consistently delivering results that exceed expectations. Proven track record in enhancing profitability and fostering sustainable growth through strategic initiatives. Expertise in revising and implementing credit policies aligned with central bank guidelines and optimizing loan procurement through digitized processes and a nationwide network.
I started my career as a first-batch probationary officer of Southeast Bank Limited. Subsequently, I worked at Bangladesh Bank. Now working at Dutch-Bangla Bank PLC since November 1999.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr. Executive Vice President & Head, Corporate Business Division
Dutch-Bangla Bank PLC
Dhaka
01.2023 - Current
- Managing the corporate business portfolio through five clusters countrywide, which represent 65% of the total bank's assets.
- Leading the business units that generate a major part of the bank's earnings.
- The current portfolio size is Tk. 26,000 crores, approximately, whereas the export and import business volume is at Tk. 15,000 crores each.
- The basket of customers includes local large corporates, along with major MNCs.
Executive Vice President and Head of the Division, Corporate Business Division
Dutch-Bangla Bank PLC
Dhaka
01.2021 - 12.2022
Senior Vice President and Head, Dilkusha Cluster, Corporate Business Division
Dutch-Bangla Bank PLC
Dhaka
02.2019 - 12.2020
Branch Manager, Different Branches
Dutch-Bangla Bank PLC
Dhaka
12.2007 - 01.2019
- Jan,2018-Jan, 2019 : Local Office (Main Branch)
- Jan,2017-Jan,2018 : Banani Branch
- Jan, 2014-Jan, 2017 : Gulshan Branch
- Mar, 2012-Jan ,2014 : Banani Branch
- Mar, 2010-Mar, 2012 : Mohakhali Branch
- Dec, 2007- Mar, 2010 : Shaymoli Branch
Deputy Manager, Banani Branch
Dutch-Bangla Bank PLC
Dhaka
09.2006 - 12.2007
Different Position in Branches and Divisions
Dutch-Bangla Bank PLC
Dhaka
11.1999 - 08.2006
- December 2003 – August 2006: IT Division, Head Office (as a core team member for the bank's digital transformation).
- Jul 2003 - Nov 2003: Local Office
- Oct 2002 - Jul 2003: Uttara Branch
- Aug. 2001 - Oct. 2002: Shantinagar Branch
- May 2001 - July 2001: Dhanmondi Branch
- Nov. 1999 – May 2001: Loan Admin. And Monitoring Division, Head Office.
Assistant director, Research Division
Bangladesh Bank
Dhaka
08.1997 - 09.1999
Probationary Officer, Principal Branch
Southeast Bank PLC
Dhaka
12.1996 - 07.1997
Education
Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Finance
Institute of Business Administration(IBA), DU
Dhaka09.1999
Master of Social Sciences (MSS) - Economics
University of Dhaka
Dhaka06.1995
Bachelor of Social Sciences (Hons.) - Economics
University of Dhaka
Dhaka06.1993
Higher Secondary School Certificate (HSC) - Science Stream
Notre Dame College
Dhaka06.1988
Secondary School Certificate (SSC) - Science Stream
Adamjee Cantonment College
Dhaka06.1986
Skills
- Credit structuring and approval
- Business unit leadership
- Business process reengineering and digitization
- Centralized banking operation
- Branch operations
- Strategic planning
- Team building and leadership
- Customer satisfaction
- Effective communication
Accomplishments
Received the prestigious Integrity Award for the first time in DBBL in the year 2018
Languages
Bengali
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Affiliations
To mention a few:
• One-month foreign training in Bangalore, India, 2002
• One-month foreign training in Mumbai, India, 2003
• Two-day workshop in Singapore, 2017
Date of Birth
March 12, 1971
Home Address
Apt. No. A-6, Khandaker Villa,
25, Mitali Housing Society,
South Kafrul, Dhaka
Cantonment, Dhaka-1206.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Sr. Executive Vice President & Head, Corporate Business Division
Dutch-Bangla Bank PLC
01.2023 - Current
Executive Vice President and Head of the Division, Corporate Business Division
Dutch-Bangla Bank PLC
01.2021 - 12.2022
Senior Vice President and Head, Dilkusha Cluster, Corporate Business Division
Dutch-Bangla Bank PLC
02.2019 - 12.2020
Branch Manager, Different Branches
Dutch-Bangla Bank PLC
12.2007 - 01.2019
Deputy Manager, Banani Branch
Dutch-Bangla Bank PLC
09.2006 - 12.2007
Different Position in Branches and Divisions
Dutch-Bangla Bank PLC
11.1999 - 08.2006
Assistant director, Research Division
Bangladesh Bank
08.1997 - 09.1999
Probationary Officer, Principal Branch
Southeast Bank PLC
12.1996 - 07.1997
Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Finance
Institute of Business Administration(IBA), DU
Master of Social Sciences (MSS) - Economics
University of Dhaka
Bachelor of Social Sciences (Hons.) - Economics
University of Dhaka
Higher Secondary School Certificate (HSC) - Science Stream
Notre Dame College
Secondary School Certificate (SSC) - Science Stream
Adamjee Cantonment College
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