Abir Hossain

Abir Hossain is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in business development and innovation, currently serving as Senior Manager for Business Development & Innovation at EIT Manufacturing since July 2021. Responsible for orchestrating strategies for Europe's Industry 5.0 transformation, Abir previously held the position of Business Creation Manager at EIT Manufacturing North, focusing on nine EU countries. Prior roles include Steering Committee Member for Inclusive Business Sweden, Project Manager at Juteborg Sweden AB overseeing international joint venture establishment, and various positions at British American Tobacco where significant market growth was achieved. Abir holds a Master’s Degree in Managing in a Global Context from Jönköping International Business School and has pursued leadership training at Axel Johnson Group, alongside a Bachelor's in Management Studies from the University of Dhaka.