Board Of Directors
MRS. SHAZIA AGHA - CHAIRPERSON
Mrs. Shazia Agha holds a post graduate Degree in Islamic Studies from University of Karachi, a PGD from Islamic College of Advance Studies (UK) and PGD in Higher Education from Middlesex University (UK). Mrs. Shazia Agha is a well-known philanthropist and participates with significant dedication in welfare activities of different organizations. She established Al Hadi Educational Vocational Centre for women in various underprivileged areas in Karachi to eliminate the illiteracy, develop self-esteem, self-awareness of women with her distinctive coaching and training skills. Some of her other work comprises of conducting workshops on six skills for an empowered wife and women, teaching Islamic studies to undergraduate students at informatics institute. Mrs. Shazia has been taking an active lead on the Agha Welfare Trust, a CSR Project of Agha Steel Industries Limited. With her experience, CSR projects of ASIL are being carried out in the true spirit and are expected to uplift the underprivileged on an aggressive scale
MR. HUSSAIN IQBAL AGHA - EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Mr. Hussain Iqbal Agha is playing a pivotal role in transforming Pakistan’s Steel Industry by spearheading Agha Steel Industries Limited enabling it to the leading Steel Manufacturer of the nation. In 2005, Hussain Iqbal Agha graduated from Karachi American School as the salutatorian of his class. Upon graduation, Hussain Agha attended Bentley University, which is ranked amongst the top 20 Business Schools in North America. In 2009, Hussain Agha excelled to complete his undergraduate degree with a Bachelors of Management ranking in the top 10 percentile of his graduating class. Further pursuing to complete his MBA, he graduated with Honors from McCallum Graduate School of Business at Bentley University. After attaining an exceptional education, he attended many courses in Steel Making with the aim to re-define the Steel Industry of Pakistan. Mr. Hussain is an active steel industry activist whereby he holds Chairmanship of BQATI (Bin Qasim Association for Trade and Industry). He has also attended ICAP’s director training programs with approved credit
MR. RAZA IQBAL AGHA - EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Mr. Raza I. Agha, the eldest son of Mr. Iqbal Agha, is leading the Denim International as Managing Director. He is also working as Director of ASIL. In 2002, Mr. Raza Iqbal Agha graduated from Karachi American School. Upon graduation, Raza Agha attended Mount Ida University located in Newton, Massachusetts USA. With a passion for business and marketing, he completed his Bachelors in Business Administration in 2006 with a concentration in Management and Marketing. In 2006, Mr. Raza Agha came back to Pakistan to join the Textile Division of the Group. His suave passion for marketing coupled with his keen management skills translated to tremendous year on year growth at Denim International.
MR. Muhammad Shahid - DIRECTOR
Mr. Muhammad Shahid is a highly accomplished professional with over 20+ years of multifaceted experience in Corporate Reporting, Budgeting, Treasury, Taxation, Auditing and Corporate Compliance with different sector Companies. He is heading as Senior Manager Finance Accounting & Finance, Treasury, Taxation and Corporate Affairs Department, involved in determining financial objectives, designing & implementing system policies & procedures to facilitate internal financial and process control. He has strong analytical skills with good negotiation & relationship management skills and abilities in liaising with internal departments, Business Units, bank, financial institutions, regulatory authorities, suppliers, customers and other agencies.
MR. MUHAMMAD ASIF - NON-EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Mr. Muhammad Asif is a non-executive director of Agha Steel Industries Limited. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Commerce from University of Karachi. He has extensive business background which expands over 6 decades in various sectors.
MR. SAAED MIRZA - NON-EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Mr Saeed A. Mirza is as seasoned professional having diversified knowledge and experience on Board and as CEO in Multinational Companies -
Alcatel-Lucent (Telecommunications) and GlaxoSmithKline (Healthcare). He has Demonstrated leadership and decision-making skills, has a Unique experience in setting up
and implementing a Compliance and Business Integrity policy and function in
the Middle East and Africa region for Alcatel-Lucent. This included a
pro-active approach to train senior country management on anti-corruption, anti-fraud, anti- trust, Conflict of Interest, etc., the related local and international laws (FCPA, OECD convention, UN Compact, etc.) and the
supporting accounting and financial reporting, H.R., procurement, legal and
compliance framework. Mr Saeed A. Mirza also involves in strategizing the
Development and Governance Vision of Corporate and Government entities, as a consultant or an Independent Director. To assist in identifying key long and
short-term objectives and measures and initiatives to achieve these. To help
in developing robust control and monitoring systems, to review and measure the progress on these objectives and provide an appropriate dashboard to the key decision makers to enable timely responses and actions to ensure
that they are met
Mr. ASIF - EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Mr. Asif is as seasoned professional having diversified knowledge and experience on Board and as CFO in Metro Group. He has Demonstrated leadership and decision-making skills, has a Unique experience in setting up and implementing a Compliance and Business Integrity policy and function for Metro Group of Companies . Mr Asif also involves in strategizing the Strategic Financial Planning, Budget Management, Financial Analysis and Reporting, Corporate Compliance, Team Leadership and Development, Risk Management. With over 20 years of dedicated experience in finance, tax and accounts, Mr. Asif brings wealth of knowledge and expertise to any organization. As a seasoned professional, he has successfully navigated the complexities of financial management, strategic planning, auditing, corporate compliance and taxation.
