Joined on October 16, 2024.

Md. Abdul Hakim has been appointed as an Independent Director of FAS Finance & Investment Limited by Bangladesh Bank. He is a retired Executive Director of Bangladesh Bank, known for his extensive career spanning several decades in key leadership positions. His academic journey includes an MBA in Finance from The Millennium University, achieving the Dean’s Award in 2007, and a strong background in BSC (Honours), MSC Applied Mathematics from Dhaka University. Over the years, he has played pivotal roles in various departments, including Agricultural Credit, Human Resources, Banking Supervision, Financial Integrating and Customer Service, Debt Management, Deposit Insurance and Financial Inclusion contributing to national and international initiatives.

Throughout his career, he has actively participated in numerous foreign and local training programs in countries like Germany, India, Thailand, Nepal, and Kenya, focusing on innovations in rural and agricultural credit, managerial skills, and cooperative development. His notable achievements include receiving the Bangladesh Bank Employees' Award in 2015 and serving as a project director for initiatives aimed at supporting small and marginal farmers. He was also the project Director, small and marginal sized farmers agricultural productivity improvement and diversification financing project (SMAP), Bangladesh funded by JICA.

Mr. Hakim has also served as a guest speaker at prestigious institutions such as Bangladesh Institute of Bank Management (BIBM), Bangladesh Bank Training Academy (BBTA) and has been involved in policy-making as a government-nominated member and observer in various financial organizations. His dedication to professional excellence and his contributions to the banking sector have earned him respect and recognition.

In addition to his professional achievements, Mr. Hakim is committed to continuous learning, as demonstrated by his participation in local and international training on SME and agricultural banking, HR management, and risk analysis. His leadership and dedication have made a lasting impact on the financial sector in Bangladesh.