People

Ashar Nazim is the Founder/Group CEO of AION Digital. He is also the chairman of Diya Pakistan. Before founding AION, Ashar was a partner and global head of the Islamic banking practice at EY, leading the firm’s advisory practice to build out 30 major Islamic financial institutions across emerging markets. He is currently based out of Bahrain.

ASHAR NAZIM

CHAIRMAN

Noor Abid recently retired as the Managing Partner of
Assurance Services at Ernst and Young, Middle East. He is a Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales. Based in Bahrain, Noor brings more than 30 years of experience in the audit and advisory profession across the Middle East and the UK.

NOOR REHMAN ABID

FOUNDER & TRUSTEE

Brig (r) Aftab Ahmad joined Diya Pakistan in September 2008 and has been a member of Management Team providing vision & guidance to build a result oriented organization. As President, he takes a hands on approach to oversee all aspects of Diya’s operations.

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BRIG. (R) AFTAB AHMAD

MANAGEMENT TEAM

Brig. (r) Iftikhar joined Diya Pakistan in 2013 and brings with him valuable experience in administration and information technology. As Vice President, he is actively involved in Diya’s operations and its functioning.

Brig. (r) Iftikhar Hussain Shah

Vice President

With 37 years in the GCC, Nasar Moazzam, an MBA graduate, led the prosperous expansion of 500+ FMCG brands like Kraft Cheese and Colgate Palmolive. His expertise in Sales and Marketing fueled collaborations with major retail chains, introducing private label merchandise. Currently, as CEO at Diya Pakistan, he continues his legacy of leadership and innovation.

Mr. Nasar Moazzam

(CEO)

Qutub is a seasoned banking professional with 40 years of experience in finance and banking gained in international banks in the Middle East. Experienced in compliance, business & expansion strategies, investment analysis, feasibility studies, financial accounting, and auditing. He recently joined Eden Corporate Finance, London as Senior Consultant. Qutub was the founding member of MENA Financial Crime Compliance Group.

Qutub Yousaf Ali

(Trustee)

Sana is a member of the Board of Trustees of Diya Pakistan. She is also a member of the Management Team of Diya Education Foundation UK with the overall responsibility for coordinating the annual fundraising campaign. She is currently based in Bahrain.

Ms. Sana Ahmed Hassan

BOARD MEMBER

Ms. Shafqat Tahira, an experienced educationist based in Rahim Yar Khan, serves as the General Secretary at Diya Pakistan, bringing valuable expertise in the field of education.

Ms. Shafqat Tahira

General Secretary

Farooq, a Board of Trustees member at Diya Pakistan, brings over 30 years of banking sector experience. Additionally, he serves actively as the Joint Secretary within the organization.

Mr. Muhammad Farooq

BOARD MEMBER

Saad Asghar Ali is the Managing Director of Asghar Ali Co. W.L.L. He is a member of the Board of Trustees of Diya Pakistan. Saad is currently based in Bahrain.

Saad Asghar Ali

BOARD MEMBER

Adil Abid, a Chartered Accountant
in the UAE, serves as a trustee on the board of Diya Pakistan, actively participating in its activities and offering valuable insights into its operations.

Mr. Adil Abid

CHARTERED ACCOUNTANT