Our Board of Members
Noor Mohammad Kasuri
Founder PEPDF
Noor Muhammad Kasuri is a prominent Pakistani businessman and lobbyist, known primarily as the Chairman of the Pak-India Business Council (PIBC), actively working to foster trade and economic ties between Pakistan and India, and is involved with the Pakistan-India Joint Business Forum (PIJBF). He also heads a leading oil and gas marketing company in Pakistan and engages in high-level discussions with political figures and business leaders from both nations.
Jawaid Riaz
Member, Board of Directors
Jawaid Riaz is a seasoned journalist and media professional. He serves as the Editor of the monthly magazine Bridge Mag and is a regular column writer for the weekly newspaper Pakistan Abroad. Currently, he is working as a Host and Producer at Pakistan Abroad TV in the USA. Previously, he held the position of Bureau Chief for PTV Global, Chicago, and TV One USA, Chicago. He also hosts the popular program “Live with Bilal Qutb” alongside renowned celebrity Syed Bilal Qutb.
Rana Mahmood Ashraf
CEO & Group Chairman
An experienced business leader with a strong strategic outlook and proven management capability, he has successfully led multiple organizations to sustained profitability while contributing to Pakistan’s economy. As CEO & Group Chairman of several companies since 2014, and previously CEO of Mustehkam Woods Industries and General Manager Finance in leading textile mills, he has driven efficiency, growth, and competitiveness across sectors. A Chartered Accountant by training, he is a decisive, innovative, and results-driven leader.
Prof. Dr. Shaker Mahmood Mayo
Member, Board of Directors
An experienced business leader with strong strategic and managerial skills, he has led multiple organizations to profitability while contributing to Pakistan’s economy. As CEO & Group Chairman of several companies since 2014, and previously CEO of Mustehkam Woods Industries and General Manager Finance in leading textile mills, he has driven efficiency, competitiveness, and growth across sectors. A Chartered Accountant by training, he is a decisive, innovative, and service-focused leader. He brings a results-oriented mindset with the ability to navigate complex business environments and deliver sustainable value. Known for strong decision-making and problem-solving capabilities, he consistently focuses on long-term growth, operational excellence, and positive societal impact.
Ehsan Ullah Khan
Member, Board of Directors
Mr. Ehsan Ullah Khan holds an MSc in Economics and is a renonwed consultant, running his own management and financial consulting company by the name of Konsult. He has been active in this field for over the past thirty five years. He is also a prolific author, having authored eight books in various subjects. As a TV anchor, he has hosted a number of shows as well as participated in talk shows on TV as an analyst and expert of social and economic issues. He is also a columnist, writing for newspapers such as Daily Nawai Waqt, Mashriq, Khabrain, Al Sharq, Sahafat and Din. He has also authore hundreds of articles that have been published in the renowned journals of Pakistan. He has held positions such as the General Secretary of the Pakistan Economic Forum and been the Honorary Chairman of a number of NGOs.
Muhammad Aslam Rao
Member, Board of Directors
Mr. Muhammad Aslam Rao is a renowned Pakistani who has held various positions in reputable organisations and institutions in Pakistan, including the National Book Foundation and the Capital Development Authority. He is a member of the Asia/Pacific Publishers Association, Task Force of TIPAN, and the Ghulam Khatoon Foundation: Foundation for Rural Human Development. He is the author and editor of several publications, including the National Reading Survey in Pakistan (APPREB-ACCU-UNESCO), has translated Kodansha, Japan’s publication “Click Clack Mountain”, co-authored the book “Meo Aur Aqwam-e-Alam”, and serves as editor of Monthly ‘Kitab’, a journal of the National Book Foundation.
Shahid Mehmood Khan
Member, Board of Directors
Mr. Shahid Mehmood Khan is an entrepreneur and founder of Nexus Ventures, a financial management consultancy active for the last 20 years. He has extensive experience in international trade and is currently also associated with the Swacoff Group as its representative in UAE, KSA and Pakistan. Swacoff is an African consultancy that works with governments in the execution and implementation of infrastructure projects under EPC+ finance arrangements.
Chaudhary Akhtar Abbas
Member, Board of Directors
Chaudhary Akhtar Abbas is a renowned entrepreneur who has been running a successful customs clearance & forwarding company as of 1978, under the name of Loyal Agencies. In addition to extensive experience, influence and leadership in shipping and logistics, he is also the owner and operator of a salt mine in Khushab through which he is one of the leading exporters of rock salt and associated products from Pakistan. He has been a member of the board of directors of the Pakistan International Freight Forwarding Association (PIFFA) and a member of FIATA, LCAA, KCAA, LCCI and the National Peace Council of Pakistan.
Syed A. Hasan
Member, Board of Directors
Syed A. Hasan is an IT professional and entrepreneur who runs an IT firm working in software, digital transformation, design and consulting. He has an academic background in international development and has worked with a number of organisations in the public and private sectors including international organisations. At PIBC, he helps shape the council’s strategy and oversees its IT & digital backbone.
Muhammad Iqbal Meman
Member, Board of Directors
Muhammad Iqbal Meman is the Managing Director of GM Tractors, Karachi, where he provides strategic leadership and effectively oversees the company’s operations, growth initiatives, and market expansion across the country. With a strong focus on innovation and efficiency, he has successfully guided GM Tractors in adopting modern technologies and advanced practices that significantly enhance the performance and reliability of agricultural machinery. Under his direction, the company has strengthened its market presence and introduced innovative solutions that help farmers increase productivity and promote sustainable farming practices across Pakistan. Mr. Meman’s visionary approach emphasizes long-term growth, industry collaboration, and customer-centric strategies, ensuring that GM Tractors remains a leading contributor to the overall development of the country’s agricultural sector.
Muhammad Yaqoob
Member, Board of Directors
Muhammad Yaqoob currently serves as the Vice President of the Pak-India Business Council, where he provides strategic leadership and actively promotes bilateral trade, investment opportunities, and business collaboration between Pakistan and India. He previously held the position of President at Rochester Cash & Carry Inc., New York, USA, and brings over 20 years of extensive experience across the textile, import-export, retail, and hospitality sectors. He has represented PIBC at numerous international summits, conferences, and seminars and is widely recognized as a prominent and influential figure in the U.S. business community. His career reflects broad expertise in business development, marketing, strategic planning, and trade across both the United States and Pakistan, contributing significantly to strengthening economic ties and fostering mutually beneficial partnerships between the two countries.
Iskander Mohammed Khan
Member, Board of Directors
Mr. Iskander Mohammed Khan is a prominent Pakistani businessman who is currently the Director of the Premier Group of Companies. A chartered accountant by profession, he has held many important national positions and been involved in various commercial and industrial projects of national scope. He has been the chairman of the Pakistan Polypropylene Woven Sack Manufacturers Association and the Pakistan Sugar Mills Association as well as the director of Pakistan State Oil (PSO) & Chairman Internal Audit Committee, Oil and Gas Development Company LTD & Chairman HR Committee, Zarai Taraqiati Bank Limited and Islamabad Stock Exchange. He is also member of the National Agriculture Education Accreditation Council.