Asif Arafat Islam

Experience

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  International Cricket Council

  Feb 2004 - Mar 2004

  Liaison Officer, Sports Segment

  Role: Liaison Officer for New Zealand U19 Cricket TeamReported to the coach & manager Dayle Robert Hadlee, former New Zealand cricketer & brother of Sir Richard HadleeMaintained credible liaison among the facilitators of New Zealand under 19 cricket team and Bangladesh Cricket Board officials, security personals and media. Handled overall operational proceedings and communications during their stay in Bangladesh for the Under 19 cricket World Cup Tournament, 2004.

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  Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Bangladesh

  Nov 2006 - Nov 2006

  Protocol Officer, SAARC SUMMIT

  Role: Coordination OfficerReported to Coordinator of Foreign Ministry, Bangladesh. Coordinated communication workflow and scheduling in collaboration with Ministry of Foreign Affairs to facilitate Indian diplomats.

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  USAID

  Jan 2007 - Jan 2007

  Translator

  Role: Translator & Liaison OfficerReported to USAID Coordinator from US Recruited to work as translator for long term national elections observation team from the USA.

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  Insights & Ideas Ltd.

  Apr 2007 - Apr 2007

  Coordinator

  Role: Event CoordinatorReported to Dr. Debapriya BhattacharyaCoordinated the entire event of knowledge sharing; in cooperation with the facilitators of Rahim Afroz which includes direct reporting to Mr. Jahangir Kabir

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  Banglalink

  Jul 2007 - Sept 2017

  Role: Associate Manager, Led Different Zonal Teams across Dhaka, BangladeshLine Manager: Head of Enterprise RelationshipsGrowth Path:- Jul’07 – Dec’11 Enterprise Relationship Manager- Account Management, Corporate Relationships, BDCR- Jan’12 – Jul’14 Associate Manager, Team Leader- Account Management, Corporate Relationships, BDCRKey Highlights- Oversaw a mix of large and medium segment accounts worth over BDT 216 Million revenue annually which was 18% of the total corporate B2B revenue at that time- Achieved 99.4% retention rate and 98.6% collection rate during 2012 to 2014- Sales growth by 17% YoY and 11% YoY in 2013-2014 and 2012-2013 respectively- Worked as RM in Different zones during 2007 to 2014 being recognized as one of the top performers in terms of revenue growth collections and account retention Show less Role: Relationship Manager Line Manager: Head of Enterprise Business Increased sales and retention by analyzing and implementing credible sales strategy and customer service. Enhanced revenue growth by promoting business and services. Ensured appropriate and timely collection of regular dues and debts from clients. Key Success:• An average of more than 12% YoY yearly sales growth while working as RM in different zones and business segments. Achieved and maintained an average of over 98.5% YoY collections while managing and developing existing client base and new sales. Show less

  • Deputy Head, Large Corporate & Strategic , B2B Sales

    Aug 2014 - Sept 2017

  • Associate Manager- Team Leader- Account Management, Corporate Relationships. BDCR.

    Jul 2007 - Jul 2014

  • Enterprise Relationship Manager- Account Management, Corporate Relationships. BDCR.

    Jul 2007 - Dec 2011
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  Regus

  Sept 2017 - Jul 2018

  Country Business Head/ Area Manager- Bangladesh

  Role: Area Manager (Head of Country Business & Operations), BangladeshLine Manager: Operations Director, Middle East & Country Manager (Bangladesh, Srilanka & Nepal) Key Highlights• Roped in new customers besides retention of existing clients (MNC's, Local Large, Medium, SME & Start-Up Clients)• Achieved record business center occupancy of 98% (Crystal Palace) and 97% (UTC) respectively as of July 18• Achieved record sales growth of 52% YoY (2017-2018)• Turned around loss making business into profitability by delivering positive EBIT of 43%• Implemented considerable cost reduction initiatives to maximize profitability• Partnered with 10 strong local & international broker to facilitate business growth Show less

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  Bproperty.com

  Aug 2018 - Feb 2019

  Head of Corporate Business

  Role: Business Head & Senior Management Team Member, BangladeshLine Manager: CEO, Bangladesh & Thailand at EMPGKey Highlights• Launched Bproperty business development wing and established visibility of the brand across Bangladesh market • Created considerable sales pipeline for commercial and residential segment• Established credible partnership platform with expat division, Chambers, Embassies, Consulate, supranational, MNC’s, economic zones, CA firms, Government sector, financial sector, large local organizations and MNC’s • Created referral partnership program that resulted in immense business growth Show less

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  HERMES PROVISION LIMITED

  Feb 2019 - now

  Founder

  Role: FounderWe help businesses grow and achieve considerable exposure locally and internationally through M&A support, partnerships, management consultancy, financial services and cross border trading. We take pride on our ability, diversity, expertise, global connectivity and key strategic partners when it comes to facilitate the ever diversified business community.

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  Karnafuly Ship Builders Limited

  Mar 2019 - now

  Executive Director, Marketing & Business Development

  Role: Executive Director and Management Team Member, Marketing & Business DevelopmentLine Manager: Managing Director Key Highlights- Responsible for the group Business Development, sustainability, process reengineering, innovation, branding & marketing for all credible segments of Karnafuly Ship Builders Ltd and its SBU's.- Established karnafuly Cruise Line segment as the only premium and luxury cruise liner in Bangladesh operating with world class cruise vessels - Key branding & marketing part of the first ever mammoth (100000 DWT) dry-dock project in Bangladesh which has the capacity to service and build over 100000 ton plus mother vessels alongside other two existing dry-docs respectively in Chittagong and Narayangonj. - Responsible for continues extensive banding & marketing of all SBU's (South Point School, Cold Storage, Fisheries & Real Estate) - Continues process development and cost mitigation Show less

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  Karnafuly Cruise Line

  Aug 2019 - now

  Chief Executive Officer

  Role: CEO and Management Team MemberLine Manager: Managing Director Key Highlights- Overseeing the overall segment- Karnafuly Cruise Line, a concern of Karnafuly Ship Builders Limited - Responsible for creating this business segment from scratch & overall P&L- Responsible for over 250 people across all departments operating on the ground and the sea- Ensured break even in its second year of operation and currently operating over 45% profit YoY- Over 27% plus revenue growth YoY starting from 2019 till 2022/23 season respectively - Constant focus on expense reduction, increase profitability and process reengineering- Incorporated 300 plus agents which generates over 75% of the overall revenue- Focused on constant addition of new routes- Focused on relentless brand recognition and robust marketing that enabled us to be one of the prestigious brands in Bangladesh. - International routes are on our pipeline going forward Show less

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  APT Global Marine & Offshore Engineering

  Mar 2021 - Nov 2022

  Strategic Partner & Consultant

  Role: Strategic Partner for Bangladesh Market - Authorized Signatory for Bangladesh Market - Perform litigation - Write application on behalf of APT Offshore B.V. - Participate in tenders.