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Mr. Syed Arjamand Bukhari

Chairman

Mr. Syed Arjamand Bukhari is a distinguished business leader renowned for his exceptional ability to guide high-performing, multi-sector enterprises toward sustained success. He oversees a diverse and expansive portfolio of businesses that collectively generate annual revenues exceeding $500 million. Under his visionary leadership, these companies have established themselves as industry leaders across a broad spectrum of sectors, including real estate, finance, energy, environmental consulting, and beyond. Mr. Bukhari’s rare capacity to harmonize innovation, sustainability, and financial acumen has firmly positioned him as a transformative figure on the global business stage. In his role as Chairman of Pak Overseas Takaful Company Limited, Mr. Bukhari remains steadfast in his commitment to fostering the company’s growth, championing innovation, and embedding sustainable practices at its core.

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Mr. Muhammad Sarmad Khan

Chief Executive Officer & Director

Sarmad Khan is the Director and Chief Executive Officer of Pak Overseas Takaful Company Limited, with a strong background in executive leadership, financial management, and strategic planning. He is an alumnus of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Pakistan (ICAP) and the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), and holds an MBA in Finance.

He brings extensive experience from a State Bank of Pakistan–categorized ‘A’ audit firm, with expertise in audit, governance, and regulatory compliance, having overseen a diverse portfolio of over 100 organizations including listed companies, banks, and multinationals.

With over a decade of progressive leadership experience, including senior finance roles such as Head of Finance for a group of companies, he has led financial strategy, treasury, and internal control functions. His profile reflects strong corporate governance, strategic decision-making, and a proven ability to drive sustainable organizational growth.

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Saqib Hafeez

Chief Financial Officer

Saqib Hafeez is a seasoned Chief Financial Officer with over 30 years of experience in financial strategy, regulatory compliance, and risk management within the insurance and financial services sector.

He has a proven track record in driving financial performance, optimizing capital structures, and ensuring robust governance frameworks.

His expertise spans financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and treasury management, supporting sustainable business growth.

He is a strategic partner to the Board, contributing to long-term planning, financial transformation, and operational efficiency.

Saqib is recognized for delivering value-driven insights, strengthening risk controls, and fostering a culture of accountability and transparency.

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Mr. Asrar Ahmad

Director

Asrar Ahmad is serving as a Non-Executive Director on the Board of Pak Overseas Takaful Company Limited, bringing extensive expertise in corporate governance, compliance, and business advisory. He holds an MBA in Finance and possesses over 30 years of diverse professional experience across regulatory, advisory, and executive roles.

He has previously served as Chief Executive Officer and Company Secretary in several listed, public, and private sector organizations, contributing significantly to corporate governance and statutory compliance frameworks.

Widely recognized as a compliance expert, he has an extensive track record of ensuring regulatory adherence for over 500 companies, making him a highly respected authority in corporate regulatory and governance matters.

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Sadaf Arif

Independent Director

A seasoned Quality Assurance professional with 16 years of experience in the IT industry, currently leading an IT department with a strong focus on quality, governance, and delivery excellence. Holds a BS degree from Punjab University College of Information Technology, bringing a solid academic foundation to a diverse career. Possesses extensive expertise across multiple domains, including CRM, ERP, and Healthcare systems. Demonstrates a strategic mindset with a proven ability to align technology initiatives with business objectives. Well-suited for the role of Independent Director, offering independent oversight, risk awareness, and a commitment to continuous improvement.