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EVENT DATE

5th October, 2024

LOCATION

Le Méridien Dhaka, Bangladesh

ABOUT

SHWAPNO presents the 7th edition of Bangladesh Retail Congress 2024, powered by Singer | Beko (Singer Bangladesh Limited); Konka and Gree (Electro Mart Limited), in association with MINISO, International Distribution Company Bangladesh PLC. & The Daily Star. aims to empower retail leaders with invaluable insights and strategies to navigate the evolving market landscape. By fostering collaboration, embracing innovation, and making data-driven decisions, retailers can steer towards sustainable growth and heightened customer satisfaction.

The theme for this year’s congress is “Retail Renaissance: Inspiring Innovation” theme focuses on the transformative changes in the retail industry driven by technological advancements, evolving consumer preferences, and a heightened emphasis on sustainability. It explores how retailers can leverage AI, AR/VR, and omnichannel strategies to enhance customer experiences, personalize offerings, and adopt eco-friendly practices. By embracing innovation, fostering collaborations, and prioritizing data-driven decisions, retailers can navigate the dynamic market landscape, ensuring growth and success. This summit aims to empower retail leaders with insights and strategies to lead this renaissance, creating a future where retail is more connected, sustainable, and customer centric.

KEYNOTE SPEAKERS

Ian F. Wade

Ian F. Wade

BBS, Commandatore | Founding Member, Waterhouse Wade
M.H.M Fairoz

M.H.M Fairoz

Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer, Singer Bangladesh Ltd.
Sabbir Hasan Nasir

Sabbir Hasan Nasir

Managing Director, ACI Logistics Ltd. (SHWAPNO)

Ian F. Wade

BBS, Commandatore | Founding Member, Waterhouse Wade

Ian F. Wade is a distinguished professional with over 50 years of corporate management experience. He is best known for his transformative leadership at A.S. Watson Group where he served as Group Managing Director. His significant contributions to the business world include rescuing Priceline.com from bankruptcy and aiding in the development of ASDA in the UK.Ian's achievements earned him the Bronze Bauhinia Star from the Hong Kong Government and the Italian Knighthood "Commandatore" for his services to business. He co-founded Waterhouse Wade to offer business acumen and insights. Ian has served as an advisor and board member for various organizations, including the Shenzhen Government, Radica, and Sainsbury’s. His philanthropic efforts include roles with the Hong Kong Tennis Association and the Hong Kong Red Cross, reflecting his commitment to both business excellence and community service.

M.H.M Fairoz

Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer, Singer Bangladesh Ltd.

M. H. M. Fairoz is the Managing Director and CEO of Singer Bangladesh Limited, a role he has held since 2016. He began at the Richard Pieris Group in Sri Lanka, later joining Singer (Sri Lanka) in 2001, where he led significant growth in various positions. He also serves as a Director at International Appliances Limited and holds leadership roles in several business chambers and federations. Fairoz possesses a Postgraduate Diploma in Marketing from The Chartered Institute of Marketing, UK, and an Accountancy qualification from Certified Management Accountants, Australia, complemented by advanced management programs from prestigious institutions.

Sabbir Hasan Nasir

Managing Director, ACI Logistics Ltd. (SHWAPNO)

Sabbir Hasan Nasir is a retail industry expert with over 28 years of experience in transforming and leading businesses. Currently serving as the Managing Director of ACI Logistics Ltd. (Shwapno), Nasir has a track record of success in various leadership roles. He transformed ACI Logistics Ltd. (Shwapno) into Bangladesh's largest retail chain and previously led Otobi Limited to become the country's largest furniture manufacturing and retailing brand. With expertise in retail operations, strategy development, and organizational turnarounds, Nasir has demonstrated his ability to drive growth and efficiency. His educational background includes advanced certifications from prestigious institutions such as MIT Sloan School of Management and UC Berkeley's Haas School of Business, further enhancing his strategic and analytical capabilities in the retail sector.

SPEAKERS

Ahmad Ferdous MD. Asif

Ahmad Ferdous MD. Asif

Chief Executive Officer, Bengal Meat Processing Industries Ltd.
Ahsan Khan Chowdhury

Ahsan Khan Chowdhury

Chairman & Chief Executive Officer, PRAN-RFL Group
Ashraf Bin Taj

Ashraf Bin Taj

General Secretary, Asia Marketing Federation (AMF) | Co-founder & Managing Director, IDC Bangladesh PLC.
Jason Yan

Jason Yan

Country Manager, Miniso Bangladesh
Kazi Jamil Islam

Kazi Jamil Islam

Managing Director, Express Leather Products Ltd. (Lotto)
Mohammad Abdul Momen

Mohammad Abdul Momen

Professor, Institute of Business Administration, University of Dhaka | Director, Pride Group
Professor Dr. Syed Ferhat Anwar

Professor Dr. Syed Ferhat Anwar

Vice-Chancellor, BRAC University | Chief Advisor, Bangladesh Brand Forum | President, Asia Marketing Federation
Rezaul Kabir

Rezaul Kabir

Chief Operating Officer, Sailor
Sami Ashraf

Sami Ashraf

Director, Home & Personal Care, Remark HB Ltd.
Shahriar Zaman

Shahriar Zaman

Head of Marketing, AkijBashir Group
Shamim Kabir

Shamim Kabir

Managing Director, Step Footwear Ltd.
Surayya Siddiqua

Surayya Siddiqua

Sales and Marketing Director, Grameen Danone Foods Ltd.
Tanzeen Ferdous

Tanzeen Ferdous

Chief Executive Officer, Delhivery Ltd
Zakeea Nowrin Husain

Zakeea Nowrin Husain

Emerging Business Lead, Unilever Bangladesh Ltd.
Zaraif Hossain

Zaraif Hossain

Head of Strategy & Transformation, Transcom Group
Zeeshan Kingshuk Huq

Zeeshan Kingshuk Huq

Founder & Managing Director, RTS Enterprise
Abu Obaida Imon

Abu Obaida Imon

Country Head of Marketing, Domino's Pizza Bangladesh

Ahmad Ferdous MD. Asif

Chief Executive Officer, Bengal Meat Processing Industries Ltd.

Ahsan Khan Chowdhury

Chairman & Chief Executive Officer, PRAN-RFL Group

Ashraf Bin Taj

General Secretary, Asia Marketing Federation (AMF) | Co-founder & Managing Director, IDC Bangladesh PLC.

Jason Yan

Country Manager, Miniso Bangladesh

Kazi Jamil Islam

Managing Director, Express Leather Products Ltd. (Lotto)

Mohammad Abdul Momen

Professor, Institute of Business Administration, University of Dhaka | Director, Pride Group

Professor Dr. Syed Ferhat Anwar

Vice-Chancellor, BRAC University | Chief Advisor, Bangladesh Brand Forum | President, Asia Marketing Federation

Rezaul Kabir

Chief Operating Officer, Sailor

Sami Ashraf

Director, Home & Personal Care, Remark HB Ltd.

Shahriar Zaman

Head of Marketing, AkijBashir Group

Shamim Kabir

Managing Director, Step Footwear Ltd.

Surayya Siddiqua

Sales and Marketing Director, Grameen Danone Foods Ltd.

Tanzeen Ferdous

Chief Executive Officer, Delhivery Ltd

Zakeea Nowrin Husain

Emerging Business Lead, Unilever Bangladesh Ltd.

Zaraif Hossain

Head of Strategy & Transformation, Transcom Group

Zeeshan Kingshuk Huq

Founder & Managing Director, RTS Enterprise

Abu Obaida Imon

Country Head of Marketing, Domino's Pizza Bangladesh

AGENDA

REGISTRATION

 SPONSOR REMARKS

OPENING SPEECH

SHARIFUL ISLAM
Founder & Managing Director, Bangladesh Brand Forum

MHM FAIROZ
Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer, Singer Bangladesh Ltd.

The Role of Experience-Driven Retail: Creating
Memorable, Multisensory Shopping
Moderator:
ZEESHAN KINGSHUK HUQ
Founder & Managing Director, RTS Enterprise
Panelists:
SURAYYA SIDDIQUA
Sales and Marketing Director, Grameen Danone Foods Ltd.
SHAHRIAR ZAMAN
Head of Marketing, AkijBashir Group
ZAKEEA NOWRIN HUSAIN
Emerging Business Lead, Unilever Bangladesh Ltd.
ABU OBAIDA IMON
Country Head of Marketing, Domino’s Pizza Bangladesh

COFFEE BREAK

SABBIR HASAN NASIR
Managing Director, ACI Logistics Ltd. (SHWAPNO)

The Omnichannel Imperative: Integrating Digital  and Physical Retail for a Seamless
Customer Journey
Moderator:
ASHRAF BIN TAJ
General Secretary, Asia Marketing Federation (AMF)
Co-founder & Managing Director, IDC Bangladesh PLC.
Panelists:
AHMAD FERDOUS MD. ASIF
Chief Executive Officer, Bengal Meat Processing Industries Ltd.
ZARAIF HOSSAIN
Head of Strategy & Transformation, Transcom Group
SHAMIM KABIR
Managing Director, Step Footwear Limited
REZAUL KABIR
Chief Operating Officer, Sailor
SAMI ASHRAF
Director, Home & Personal Care, Remark HB Ltd.

Why Omnichannel is Essential for Retailers
TANZEEN FERDOUS
Chief Executive Officer, Delhivery Ltd.

LUNCH BREAK

Miniso: Fostering Brand Affinity through Innovation
JASON YAN
Country Manager, Miniso Bangladesh

Future-proofing Retail: Strategies for Resilience in a Changing Market
Moderator:
PROFESSOR DR. SYED FERHAT ANWAR
Vice-Chancellor, Brac University
Chief Advisor, Bangladesh Brand Forum
President, Asia Marketing Federation
Panelists:
MOHAMMAD ABDUL MOMEN
Professor, Institute of Business Administration, University of Dhaka
Director, Pride Group
AHSAN KHAN CHOWDHURY
Chairman & Chief Executive Officer, PRAN-RFL Group

Transformative Journey of Lotto
KAZI JAMIL ISLAM
Managing Director, Express Leather Products Ltd. (Lotto)

A Personal Insight into Retail
IAN F. WADE
BBS, Commandatore
Founding Member, Waterhouse Wade

CLOSING REMARKS

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PARTICIPATION FEE

No. of Person
Participation Fee
1-3
BDT 15,000 + 15% VAT
4-6
BDT 12,500 + 15% VAT
7 & above
BDT 10,000 + 15% VAT

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