Experts who
drive change.

Md. Masud Sadiq is an accomplished trade facilitation strategist and former Grade-1 Member of the National Board of Revenue (NBR) under the Ministry of Finance, Government of Bangladesh, with more than 30 years of premier leadership in customs administration.

S.M. Ferdous Alam is a two‑time National Integrity Award recipient and a former Grade 1 Bangladesh Civil Service officer with more than 32 years of leadership in standards, transport, and sectoral ministries, specializing in regulatory reform, institutional modernization, and digital governance.

Mohammed Mahraj-ul-Alam Samrat is a trade facilitation expert with over 12 years of experience in customs modernization and logistics. Formerly with the NBR, he specializes in regulatory reform, automation, and developing efficient, competitive trade infrastructure in Bangladesh.

Abu Saleh Muhammad Saifullah is the Director and COO at TRACE Consulting. With over 20 years of experience, he specializes in strategic leadership, digital transformation, and managing complex, large-scale development projects for government agencies and international stakeholders.

Nahrin Rahman Swarna, a senior development professional with ten years of experience, excels in leading international trade and trade facilitation initiatives. Specializing in trade policy and automation systems, her core expertise includes risk-based clearance frameworks, policy analysis, and cross-sector stakeholder collaboration.

Mimma Afrin is a highly regarded quality and laboratory management specialist with over 10 years of experience. She excels in ISO accreditation, food safety, and digital solutions, strengthening national quality systems and agricultural trade capacity through her expertise in international standards.

An accomplished finance and operations leader with 30+ years of experience. He specializes in strategic financial management, regulatory compliance, and procurement across donor-funded programs, ensuring organizational transparency, accountability, and long-term sustainable growth for global stakeholders. donor-funded development programs and corporate sectors.

Dr. Md. Shafi Uddin is a Bangladeshi agricultural expert with over 32 years of experience in the Department of Agricultural Extension (DAE), including serving as director of the PQW and NPPO representative under the International Plant Protection Convention (IPPC).

Sushanta Kumer Sarker is a results management and private sector development specialist with over 18 years of professional experience. He currently serves as Director & Head of MREL at TRACE Consulting, leading monitoring, evaluation, research, learning, and impact assessment initiatives.

Nabeel Khan brings over a decade of comprehensive experience in trade, retail, training, investment, and private sector development. Throughout his career, he has successfully managed complex relationships across both corporate and nonprofit sectors, utilizing his expertise in business strategy to drive growth and expand organizational influence.

Recardo Saurav Antor Halder possesses extensive expertise in trade policy, research, and program operations. Having contributed to leading think tanks and donor-funded projects, he skillfully combines analytical rigor with practical abilities in business development, strategic communication, and effective policy advocacy to drive institutional impact.

A policy communication professional with significant experience in journalism, newsroom leadership, public-sector proposal development, and strategic content planning. He excels at translating complex development and policy issues into clear, practical, and audience-focused communication products while supporting effective networking and stakeholder engagement initiatives.

Bushra Haque is a dedicated legal and policy specialist with extensive expertise in international trade law, regulatory reform, and legislative drafting. Throughout her career, she has contributed to the development and analysis of trade-related legal instruments, stakeholder engagement, and strategic policy advocacy to strengthen critical legal systems.

A distinguished pharmaceutical expert, Tabassum Sirajam Munira drives strategic alignment in international laboratory accreditations. With 22+ years of experience, she excels in WHO prequalifications, global audit readiness, and robust quality compliance frameworks.

Rubayat E Shams Anik is an experienced researcher and project manager specializing in applied policy analysis, multi-country stakeholder engagement, and international event coordination. He has contributed to significant global platforms, including the G20, while consistently delivering evidence-based research to drive impactful development initiatives.

A research and policy analyst specializing in logistics, trade facilitation, and regulatory reform. He has over five years of experience supporting evidence-based economic initiatives and high-level policy platforms, focusing on institutional strengthening, stakeholder coordination, and the delivery of actionable recommendations for decision-makers.

An IT project manager with a strong background in business analysis, technical documentation, and data-driven solution development. She possesses hands-on experience coordinating large-scale digital transformation projects for government agencies, successfully aligning complex stakeholder requirements with the delivery of scalable, institutional-focused digital platforms.

A laboratory quality and compliance specialist with over 16 years of experience in laboratory operations, ISO accreditation, and analytical testing. He has led national initiatives focused on laboratory modernization, implementing quality management systems, and ensuring strict compliance with international standards and regulatory requirements.

A digital content and multimedia specialist with over 12 years of experience in creative branding, graphic design, and storytelling. He specializes in developing high-impact visual content, motion graphics, and audio-visual communication materials to support institutional awareness, policy reform, and development-sector branding across platforms.

A research professional with five years of experience in administrative logistics, human resources, and research coordination. She is highly proficient in technical writing, data visualization, and leveraging advanced digital applications to streamline project documentation, policy briefs, and technical report development for impactful initiatives.

A research professional with experience in governance, trade facilitation, and social development. She has supported government and private stakeholders through field research, data analysis, and report writing, demonstrating a strong commitment to using rigorous evidence to drive policy reform and sustainable development.