Non-Executive Director
A distinguished member of the Royal Family of Qatar, His Excellency Sheikh Ali Bin Abdullah Thani Jassim Al-Thani has been a steadfast supporter of Pakistan’s progress and development. He has championed initiatives to attract foreign investment, foster workforce opportunities, and uplift communities, especially in education and healthcare.
Since 2007, Sheikh Ali has served as the visionary Chairman of Pak-Qatar Family Takaful Limited, steering the companies mission to redefine Islamic financial services with excellence and purpose.
Non-Executive Director
A prominent Pakistani entrepreneur in Qatar, Mr. Said Gul is the driving force behind transformative initiatives that bridge the business communities of Pakistan and Qatar. As the Executive Director of Eurotec Projects Development for Oil & Gas, he has cultivated innovative solutions in international trade and consultancy.
As a founding Director and key sponsor of the Pak-Qatar Group, Mr. Gul has been instrumental in shaping its modern success. His leadership has cemented the Group’s reputation as a pioneer in Islamic finance since its inception in 2007.
Non-Executive Director
As the CEO of Qatar International Islamic Bank, Mr. Abdul Basit Ahmad Al-Shaibei has played a pivotal role in advancing Islamic banking on a global scale. He also serves as a Board Member of the Islamic Financial Securities Company, Doha, reflecting his deep expertise in Shariah-compliant financial solutions.
Since 2007, Mr. Al-Shaibei has been an invaluable member of the Board of Pak-Qatar Family Takaful and General Takaful, bringing strategic insights to the Group’s leadership.
Non-Executive Director
A seasoned leader in Islamic finance, Mr. Ali Ibrahim Al Abdul Ghani is the CEO of Qatar Islamic Insurance Company. His career spans key roles in Qatar’s Ministry of Labor and Social Affairs as Head of Finance & Administration and the Qatar Armed Forces as Head of Procurement.
He contributes his vast expertise as a Board Member of Pak-Qatar Family Takaful and General Takaful, guiding its vision of halal financial investment and protection.
Non-Executive Director
With over three decades of international banking experience, Mr. Zahid Hussain Awan has held leadership roles in the GCC, including at Qatar International Islamic Bank. His expertise spans treasury, product development, and banking innovation.
Since 2007, Mr. Awan has been a cornerstone of the Board of Pak-Qatar Asset Management, Pak-Qatar Family Takaful and General Takaful, contributing his strategic acumen to the Group’s sustained success.
Executive Director
A seasoned professional with expertise as a Fellow Chartered Accountant, Fellow Cost Accountant, and Advocate (LLM), Mr. Muhammad Kamran Saleem has played a transformative role in corporate governance, long-term planning, and shaping the strategic direction of the Pak-Qatar Group over the span of two decades
As a member on the Boards of Pak-Qatar Asset Management, Pak-Qatar Family Takaful and General Takaful, he has been a key architect in strengthening the group’s leadership and leads as the CEO of Pak-Qatar Investments (Group’s Holding Company) providing invaluable guidance to drive innovation and sustainable growth. He is also a Director at Pak Elektron Limited and Crescent Steel & Allied Products Limited, where he lends his expertise to enhance excellence and governance.
Independent Director
Mr. Zahid Haleem Shaikh serves as Chief Executive Officer of Shafi Foods (Pvt.) Ltd. and Shafi Agro (Pvt) Ltd, and holds Directorships at Muhammad Shafi Tanneries (Pvt.) Ltd., Shafi Taxcel Ltd., Shafi Gluco Chem (Pvt.) Ltd. and Everfresh Farms (Pvt.) Ltd. His strategic oversight supports the group’s vertically integrated model, driving sustained growth and value creation within the Shafi Group.
Mr. Zahid earned a Bachelor of Commerce from Scholars College, Punjab University in 1988 and a BSBA in Business Administration with a concentration in Finance (cum laude) from Boston University in 1992. With over two decades of leadership across agribusiness, food processing, manufacturing, and exports, he combines academic excellence with sector expertise.
Independent Director
Mr. Asad Pervaiz held the pivotal role of Chief Actuary & Appointed Actuary at Friends Provident International, UAE (IFGL), where he was responsible for overseeing financial reporting, risk projection, and actuarial strategy. His expertise strengthens governance and insight across complex insurance portfolios.
He holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree from the University of Karachi (2008), and is a Fellow of the Society of Actuaries, USA, as well as a Fellow of the Pakistan Society of Actuaries, both awarded in 2012. With over two decades of professional experience in actuarial science and risk management, he brings a rare blend of international and local credentials to the board.
Independent Director
Ms. Ammara Shamim Gondal serves as Director at Prissol (Pvt) Limited and Chief Financial Officer at Reem Rice Mills (Pvt) Limited. She leads key financial functions including strategic planning, budgeting, financial reporting, and the development of robust internal control frameworks. With a strong track record in corporate governance and financial stewardship, Ms. Gondal brings valuable insight and accountability to the boardroom, strengthening investor confidence and supporting sustainable, long-term value creation across diversified operations.
She is a Chartered Accountant (ACA) and holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of the Punjab. She brings over two decade of professional experience grounded in audit, analytics, and financial leadership, with recognition from the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Pakistan where she formerly chaired CASA-North.
