Saadia Naveed

Saadia Naveed is the Deputy Managing Director of English Biscuit Manufacturers (Pvt.) Ltd. (EBM). She was also the President of the Management Association of Pakistan (MAP), the first ever female President, since June 2013 till March 2015. Mrs. Saadia Naveed after completing her graduation moved to the field of chartered accountancy and was associated with A.F Ferguson & Co. for over four years, conducting and supervising audits as a senior in various national and multinational organizations. She joined EBM in the year 2002 and held the challenging position of Director Operations prior to her appointment as Deputy Managing Director in 2008. Under her leadership, EBM has witnessed exponential growth from sales of 11,000 tons in 2001 to 115,000 tons in 2014. The company has also undergone numerous upgrades and expansions in its production capabilities as well as its technical and human resources. Saadia is a true team leader who works closely with Departmental Heads to further improve organizational systems, processes and policies. It is her contribution and sound knowledge of finance that made EBM a self-sufficient and debt-free organisation. As President of MAP also she had contributed significantly to raise the profile of what is already one of the most acclaimed management organisations in the country. She focused on creating greater awareness of good management practices, and promoted the recognition of companies who actively engage in them. Saadia is a great example of a dynamic leader and an inspiration for Pakistani women aspiring to take leadership roles. In 2012, she received Marketing Excellence and Wonder Women of the Year Award for her contributions to business excellence in Pakistan. Soft-spoken and deeply interested in uplifting the lives of those around her, she is a keen supporter of various philanthropic initiatives in addition to her professional role. She is also an active member of several professional organizations including Pakistan Business Council (PBC), Institute of Directors (IOD) London, National Academy of Performing Arts (NAPA), Korangi Association of Trade and Industry, Karachi Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Arts Council of Pakistan and Chairman, AKUH Cancer Society.