Team Profile

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Founder & CEO

Abbas Ali Iqbal

Abbas has over 29 years of professional experience and is a talented sales trainer & management consultant with vast knowledge and experience of domestic and International markets. He has worked with a number of leading banks and multinational companies in senior positions.
He is presently Founder & CEO at SBCG Pvt Limited. Abbas has worked with Barclays Bank UAE as Head of Sales. He has also worked for Standard Chartered Bank as Head of Service Quality. Earlier he has been Head of Marketing and Sales at Lakson Group of Companies. His specialized areas of expertise are sales and service management, customer experience, management consultancy in emerging markets, product and financial management.
Abbas has successfully executed various consulting projects with different organizations in Pakistan and across South East Asia, Middle East and North Africa.
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Director Human Resources

Erum Abbas Iqbal

Erum has an outstanding professional background which is evident through her over 15 years of experience in a professional environment. She has cultivated effective skills that have allowed her to contribute positively to the growth of the organizations and their people.
Additionally, her educational qualifications include a Master’s in Business Administration with majors in Finance from Southeastern (Greenwich Campus) in 1993-1997, Digital Technology Cambridge PDQ Diploma from 2020-2021, Digital Technology Cambridge PDQ Certification from 2018-2019, and a Business Studies online course from Cambridge International Examinations. All of these have enabled Erum to be an even more valuable asset to any organization she is part of.
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Director Finance & Strategy

Muslim Reza Mooman CFA

Muslim Reza is an experienced Financial Markets, Treasury, and Wealth Management professional passionate about imparting knowledge via specialized training courses and thought leadership sessions. His banking career spans over 23 years with multinational Banks including ABN Amro, The Royal Bank of Scotland, and Standard Chartered Bank, in various senior management roles with a track record of digitizing workflows, defining strategy, and leading sustainable delivery.
He has a decade of experience in marketing research, consulting, and mentorship to support leveraging the opportunity from grass root level through digitization and redefining thought processes. With a passion for imparting knowledge and contributing to society, Muslim is part of the Visiting Faculty for IBA, IoBM, and IQRA alongside conducting specialized training courses in the field of Finance, Sales Management, and Operational excellence. He conducts various thought leadership sessions on Facebook Live and regularly contributes to The Express Tribune. Muslim is a CFA charter holder, has an MBA from IBA, in Marketing and Finance, has a Certification in dealing from ACI, and is a certified Mutual Fund distributor from ICM. He is pursuing his MPhil (leading to PhD) in Behavioural Finance from Karachi University.
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Advisor Technology

Urooj Shaikh

Urooj is a passionate technology professional and the founder of Workstream. With an engineering degree from Imperial College, London, Urooj is a hands-on IT professional, extremely adept at devising business driven IT solutions.
Urooj has over 25 years of experience working in Europe and the Middle East in the areas of enterprise solutions architecture, cloud computing and digital transformation. His experiences include technology consulting with Accenture in London, building a 5 million song database at Shazam, managed the break-up of Nokia’s technology platform. He has worked on consulting assignments at JP Morgan Chase, Morgan Stanley, Deutsche Bank, RBS, Santander and Bank of America / Merrill Lynch.
With an inclusive mentoring management style Urooj has developed high performance teams by ‘walking the talk.’ A keen technology enthusiast, Urooj now lives in Dubai and is currently working towards building the next generation fintech platform for process optimization.
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Chief Operating Officer

Syed Abdullah Shah

Abdullah brings more than 15 years of banking experience working in the UAE and Pakistan. With a keen understanding of Islamic Banking, he has held senior Positions in Governance, Operational Risk, Compliance, Credit Operations & Retail Operations. His career spans across various international banks including Standard Chartered Bank, Noor Bank and Samba Bank.
Abdullah served as an Executive Director and Chief Operating Officer at Workstream Automation where he was actively engaged in all areas of the business including designing and implementing business strategies.
Abdullah also served as the country head of the Security Organizing System for Cash Management Services and ATM-Replenishment, where he was in charge of controlling turnaround times, effective planning for areas that operate around-the-clock, conducting market research, and recommending operational strategy to the Management Committee.
Abdullah is Bachelor’s in economics and holds an MBA degree from Chifley Business School, Australia.
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Director Marketing

Kashan Admani

Kashan Admani is a renowned music producer, composer, and musician, widely known for his significant contributions to the music industry. In addition to his musical talents, he brings his creative and strategic thinking to his role as Director of Marketing.

As a Director of Marketing, Kashan utilizes his deep understanding of audience engagement and brand storytelling, honed through years of creating compelling music and video productions. He leverages his unique perspective to drive marketing strategies that resonate with diverse audiences, translating complex concepts into accessible messages.

Kashan excels in developing and implementing comprehensive marketing strategies to strengthen brand recognition and drive business growth. His cross-functional leadership abilities enable him to work effectively with teams to execute campaigns that achieve business objectives.

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Advisor Business Development

Umar Azim Daudpota

Umar is a leading banker with over 30 years of experience in the field of banking having served in both local and international banks. As part of his extensive experience, Mr. Umar was instrumental in establishing and developing various businesses in Retail, NRP, Priority and Consumer banking. Umar holds both an MBA degree as well as B.Sc. In Aero-sciences and has successfully completed the International Capital Market Qualification from the Securities Institute, London, UK.
He has also been a certified trainer from Cohen Brown for imparting training to senior managers in the field of wealth management, marketing/sales, and leadership skills. Mr. Umar has a keen interest in microfinance banking and entrepreneurial enterprises. He is also an avid golfer and a frequent traveler. Umar was also board member of Pakistan State Oil between 2014 -2015.
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Senior Consultant & Trainer

Ahmad Jamal Khan

Ahmad Jamal Khan brings with him a wealth of banking experience spanning over 3 decades, in Retail / Consumer distribution/ branchless banking and Sales. Held regional and country level positions as Business Head. Worked with leading organizations including HBL, Standard Chartered, ANZ Grindlays, Albaraka and Middle East bank.

Jamal began his career with ANZ Grindlays, where he lead many assignments in covering retail, priority banking, credit and compliance. Later he ventured into Islamic banking where he was heading branch banking and went on to setting -up the distribution network of 60 branches within 2 years for a newly established Islamic bank, Emirates Global Islamic Bank Ltd (subsequently, Al-Baraka Bank Ltd). Jamal has worked across regions and cultures, and hired, managed and trained sales and service teams in urban and rural areas.
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Senior Consultant & Trainer

Imdad Aslam

Imdad is a Management Consultant & Corporate Trainer with over 20 years of experience as a Digital Banking Specialist & strategist with top national & multinational companies, namely, Standard Chartered Bank, Pakistan, Africa & the Middle East, Barclays Africa, The World Bank, Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation (BMGF), United Bank Limited to name a few. To complement his experience in the field of Digital and strategy, he is also a Certified Trainer, with experience of training thousands of people across various touch points of financial institutions.
Imdad has held various important positions with renowned multinational companies, across multiple geographies. In his last banking assignment, he was affiliated with Barclays Africa as Head of Digital Banking, Africa i.e. 12 countries across Africa reported to him for Digital Banking, prior to this he was associated with Standard Chartered Bank as Head of Digital Banking for Africa, South Asia, Middle East & Americas, he had 28 countries across the Standard Chartered world report into him. Imdad also Spent 3 years in Kenya as Head of Digital Banking for Africa for Standard Chartered Bank. He also setup Karandaaz Pakistan (Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation) company in Pakistan as Director Financial Services & Acting CEO for 1 year. Imdad has also done multiple consultancies over the last few years with Alvarez & Marsal 2018, The World Bank 2019 & Kohinoor Textile Mills 2022.
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Director Corporate Development

Syed Zahid Gillani

Syed Zahid Gillani is a result-oriented banking professional with rapid career progression and record of over 18 years of Pakistan and UAE experience. He has worked in top organisations; Union Bank (PAK), Prime Bank (PAK), ABN Amro (UAE) , Barclays (UAE) Standard Chartered (UAE) Noor Islamic Bank (UAE) and JS Bank (PAK) at senior positions.

He has a strong grip on Islamic and conventional banking, Corporate Banking, Retail banking, managing HNI relationships, business sales growth, Training, and revenue generation within Corporate, Retail, Investment, Cash management, and transaction banking.

Develop and execute strategies to win from relationship-building strategies to negotiate & close the sale. Possesses a strong record of increasing portfolio with the highest profitability & acquisition of new clients to the bank.

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Director

Raza Abbas Iqbal

As the Director at SBCG Pvt Limited based in Istanbul and Karachi, Raza Abbas Iqbal expertly manages AI initiatives and leverages cutting-edge technology to enhance business operations and client engagement. With expertise in sales, particularly in AI-driven initiatives and real estate, Raza leads strategic sales efforts for top-tier properties, catalyzing significant growth and investment opportunities. His deep understanding of computer science from Özyeğin University, further enables him to implement innovative solutions across various business domains. Raza is a graduate of Karachi Grammar School and has notable internship experiences, including roles at Emaar under the sales team and at Faysal Funds in the asset management department. He is also a fitness enthusiast and a motivational content creator on social media.

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Senior Consultant & Trainer

Sarfraz Hussain Mayo

Sarfraz Hussain Mayo, an alumnus of Punjab University with a master’s in economics, embarked on his distinguished banking career at ANZ Grindlays Bank in 1991. With a vast tenure in Retail Banking, he has honed expertise in Sales, Operations, Customer Service, Team, and Performance Management. Sarfaraz’s skill set is a mosaic of diverse banking cultures, having contributed to Standard Chartered, ABN Amro, and Al-Baraka Bank. His proficiency extends into consulting and training, highlighted by a series of specialized courses, including but not limited to “Management of Deposits, Remittance & Securities,” “Train a Trainer” program in Dubai, and “Leadership Development for Islamic Financial Institutions” at LUMS. His journey reflects a commitment to continual learning and a deep understanding of the dynamic world of banking, making him a seasoned professional in both the practical and educational realms of the industry.
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Consultant & Trainer

Tabish Ahmad Khan

Tabish Ahmad Khan has over 8 years of robust experience in the Human Resources and Learning & Development domain, including roles at Habib Bank Ltd and Meezan Bank Ltd. With a keen focus on designing and delivering tailor-made learning solutions, he creates experiential learning journeys for trainees. Tabish has proven expertise in empowering sales professionals to excel in their roles, ensuring they acquire the necessary skills to build successful relationships, close deals, and consistently exceed their targets.
A strong advocate for interactive and engaging learning environments, Tabish employs diverse methods, including role-plays, simulations, and group exercises. This approach creates a dynamic learning experience where participants actively apply and master the acquired skills. Beyond structured classroom training sessions, Tabish demonstrates a commitment to continuous improvement and expertise in crucial areas, encompassing L&D Strategy, Organizational and Leadership Development, Instructional Design, and Coaching & Mentoring. His passion for innovation leads him to proactively leverage AI-powered tools and techniques to create impactful and immersive learning experiences
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Consultant & Trainer

Mashood Qureshi

Applying a proven track record of client-centric business development to grow the Diversity Atlas brand for Cultural Infusion. Innovative lead-gen strategies, a rare passion for CRM, and a life-long drive for impactful communication = Results that last.

Mashood Qureshi is a highly respected and experienced trainer specializing in digital skills and various other professional competencies. With a rich background in technology and education, he has been instrumental in empowering individuals and organizations to thrive in the digital era. His training programs are known for their practical approach, incorporating the latest in technology trends and best practices. Mashood’s commitment to lifelong learning and his ability to adapt training materials to diverse learning styles make him a sought-after mentor and educator in the field.

A strong advocate for interactive and engaging learning environments, Tabish employs diverse methods, including role-plays, simulations, and group exercises. This approach creates a dynamic learning experience where participants actively apply and master the acquired skills. Beyond structured classroom training sessions, Tabish demonstrates a commitment to continuous improvement and expertise in crucial areas, encompassing L&D Strategy, Organizational and Leadership Development, Instructional Design, and Coaching & Mentoring. His passion for innovation leads him to proactively leverage AI-powered tools and techniques to create impactful and immersive learning experiences
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Real Estate Investment Advisor

Danyal Faisal Qasim

As the Real Estate Investment Advisor at SBCG Pvt Ltd., Danyal Faisal Qasim, based in Dubai and Karachi, manages sales of real estate properties. Danyal utilizes his sales expertise to close property deals with significant returns on investment. With previous experience in the field in both Dubai and Karachi, particularly in the property, textile, and automotive businesses, Danyal ensures profitable, secure, and reliable investments. His profound understanding of business and sales, through his course in International Business at Middlesex University, equips him to use creative solutions across multiple regions and business domains. Danyal is a graduate of Karachi Grammar School with expertise in economics. He has notable internship experiences including being a Sales Trainee at Saif Belhasa Automotive in Dubai, and a Sales Intern at Gul Ahmed Textile Mills in Karachi. Danyal also enjoys physical fitness, studying sports medicine, and practicing various sports in his spare time.