Akm Istiaque

AKM Istiaque is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in business development and financial analysis. Currently serving as a Business Development Manager at Planet Education Networks since November 2022, AKM previously held the role of Investment Analyst at Royal Bengal Investment Management Company LTD., where responsibilities included portfolio management, trading, risk management, fund accounting, and conducting macro and microeconomic research on Bangladesh. Additional experience includes serving as Assistant General Manager at BRAC and Assistant Vice President of Corporate Finance at Sikder Group of Companies. AKM began the career as a Team Leader at Sainsbury's Bank, focusing on retail business operations. Academically, AKM holds an MSc in Finance & Accounting from the University of Westminster and a BBA in Finance from the University of Chittagong.